Big Bus Paris Paris bus tours

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Taking a bus tour of Paris guarantees you'll pass by the very best the capital has to offer. A 1- or 2-day Hop On Hop Off pass to explore at your own pace, or a night tour to admire Paris lit up: choose the Big Bus option that suits you best!
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Open-Top Bus Tour

Hop On - Hop Off 1 day

  • 1 Day Hop on, hop off
  • Commentary available in 9 languages (French, English, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese, Korean)
€49

Hop On - Hop Off 2 days

  • 2 Days Hop on, hop off
  • Commentary available in 9 languages (French, English, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese, Korean)
€58

The illuminations of Paris

Visit Paris at night during a panoramic bus ride around the most beautiful monuments of the capital

Paris Panoramic Night Bus Tour

  • Panoramic night tour of Paris
  • Pre-recorded commentary
€31.50
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What to expect

Climb aboard the open-top panoramic buses of Big Bus Paris and discover the capital at your own pace. With the 1-day or 2-day Hop On Hop Off pass, you can get on and off as you please at the route's 10 stops, located at the foot of the greatest monuments: Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre-Dame, Musée d'Orsay, Champs-Élysées, Grand Palais, Trocadéro and Opéra Garnier.

Visit Paris by bus at your own pace

The full loop takes about 2h15, with a bus every 10 to 20 minutes. Stay on board for an overview of the city from the top deck, or hop off to visit a museum, stroll through a neighbourhood or stop for lunch, then simply catch the next bus. The 2-day pass is valid on two consecutive days: ideal for taking your time and combining visits.

Commentary in 9 languages and Wi-Fi on board

On board, pre-recorded commentary in 9 languages (French, English, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese and Korean) tells you the story of the monuments and neighbourhoods you pass. Wi-Fi is free and the Big Bus mobile app lets you follow the timetable and the route.

Paris lit up with the night tour

Want to see the City of Light once the sun has set? The night tour by panoramic bus shows you the sparkling Eiffel Tower, the Champs-Élysées and the illuminated monuments in about 2 hours, non-stop and comfortably seated.

Practical information

  • Children: reduced rate from 4 to 12 years old, free for children aged 3 and under (accompanied by an adult).
  • Accessibility: most buses are wheelchair accessible on the lower deck.
  • Groups: for 10 people or more, ask for a quote.

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Hop On Hop Off route timetable

Stop First bus Last bus
1. Louvre-Pyramide - 11, avenue de l'Opéra 09:45 17:30
2. Louvre-Pont des Arts - 56, quai François Mitterrand 10:00 17:37
3. Notre-Dame - 3, rue Lagrange 10:15 17:50
4. Musée d'Orsay - Place Henry de Montherlant 10:25 18:00
5. Champs-Élysées - 156, avenue des Champs-Élysées 09:45 18:20
6. Grand Palais - Avenue Winston Churchill 10:00 18:30
7. Trocadéro - 48, avenue du Président Wilson 10:10 18:40
8. Eiffel Tower - Quai Branly, Entrance 2 09:45 18:50
9. Champ de Mars - Avenue Joseph Bouvard 09:50 18:55
10. Opéra Garnier - 15, rue Scribe 09:45 19:30

Would you like to travel around the whole city comfortably seated in a panoramic bus? The tour lasts about 2 and a quarter hours. Throughout, you will be guided by commentary in 9 languages (French, English, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese and Korean).

If you want to see more, feel free to get off the bus and take a stroll! Your ticket is valid for one day or two consecutive days depending on the option chosen: you can get off at any of the 10 stops and continue your tour on the following buses.

Information on the Hop On Hop Off options

Full tour duration: 2h15.
Where to catch the bus:

  • You can board the bus at any of the 10 stops.
  • The most popular stops are Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées (Arc de Triomphe), Notre-Dame and Opéra.

Frequency: a bus roughly every 10 to 20 minutes.

Paris night bus tour

Departure: 11, avenue de l'Opéra (stop no. 1, Louvre-Pyramide)
Departure time: 8:15 pm every day
Tour duration: about 2 hours, non-stop

In short

The Big Bus panoramic bus is one of the easiest ways to discover Paris in one or two days: a route linking the must-see monuments, the freedom to get off wherever you like and rich commentary to understand the city's history. And to extend the experience, the night tour shows you the City of Light at its very best… or rather, at its most beautiful by night.

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Explore Paris by panoramic bus as a group!

Are you planning an event for a group of more than 10 people?

Treat your group to a discovery of Paris aboard the Big Bus panoramic buses: Hop On Hop Off route, commentary in 9 languages and breathtaking views of the monuments. Fill in the form and receive a tailor-made offer for your group!
Feel free to contact us at +33-1-48-74-05-10 for any requests.

Your number will not be used for promotional purposes. It will be used to contact you for any clarification regarding your request.

Common questions

How does the Big Bus Paris Hop On Hop Off pass work?

The Hop On Hop Off pass lets you get on and off as many times as you like at the 10 stops of the Big Bus route, for 1 day or 2 consecutive days depending on the option chosen.

What are the stops on the Big Bus route?

The route serves 10 stops: Louvre-Pyramide (11 avenue de l'Opéra), Louvre-Pont des Arts, Notre-Dame, Musée d'Orsay, Champs-Élysées (156 avenue des Champs-Élysées, opposite the Arc de Triomphe), Grand Palais, Trocadéro, Eiffel Tower (Quai Branly), Champ de Mars and Opéra Garnier (rue Scribe). You can start your tour at the stop of your choice.

How long does the tour last and how often do the buses run?

The full loop takes about 2h15 without getting off the bus. A bus comes by roughly every 10 to 20 minutes, from 9:45 am depending on the stop.

What languages is the commentary in?

The pre-recorded commentary is available in 9 languages: French, English, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese and Korean.

What are the prices for children?

Children aged 4 to 12 benefit from a reduced rate. Children aged 3 and under travel free when accompanied by an adult.

Is there a night tour?

Yes, the Paris night bus tour lets you discover the illuminated monuments for about 2 hours. This tour is non-stop: you stay on board from start to finish.

Are there services on board?

Yes, the buses offer free Wi-Fi, and the Big Bus mobile app lets you follow the timetable and get more information about the route.

Map

Map
Address
Big Bus 11 Avenue de l'Opéra
75001 Paris
Parking lot
Pyramides, 27 Rue des Pyramides - 75001 Paris
Public transportation
(M)
714Pyramides
(RER)
CMusée d'Orsay
(B)
21816848Palais Royal - Comedie Francaise

Customer Reviews

4.5/5 - 12 reviews
Julie R.
Published over a year ago
Grab a pair of headphones and a map!
The Big Bus Paris was excellent! Easy on and off especially with the provided headphones to listen to info about upcoming stops. The map is helpful for location info and stop info. The views up top are a fun way to see the city scape.

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