Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

Immerse yourself in the City of Lights with a hop-on hop-off double-decker bus tour of Paris. Enjoy comfortable seating and entertaining audio commentary as you explore the fascinating history and vibrant life of this iconic city—without the hassle of navigating busy streets.

Our open-top buses take you to Paris' most famous landmarks, including the Arc de Triomphe, Grand Palais, Opera Garnier, Champs de Mars, and Notre Dame. With key stops at must-see attractions, you can hop on and off as many times as you like, taking your time to fully experience each site.

Choose from one or two-day tickets to visit top Paris attractions like the Eiffel Tower, the Trocadéro, and the beautiful Musée Rodin gardens. If you need a break from sightseeing, relax on the bus and enjoy panoramic views of the city.

Our multilingual audio guide provides fascinating insights into the history and culture of each landmark, from the Louvre’s architecture to the glamour of the Champs-Élysées.

Enhance your Paris adventure with a 1-hour Seine river cruise (if option selected), offering stunning views of riverside landmarks, monuments, and bridges, with live commentary explaining their significance. Cruises depart at the Eiffel Tower.

Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, the Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour is the perfect way to discover the best of Paris.

Explore Paris with ease as Big Bus takes you to the city’s most iconic landmarks and attractions. Here are the key stops where you can hop on or off to experience the best of the City of Light:

1. Louvre-Pyramide / Big Bus Information Centre - 11 avenue de l’Opéra
2. Louvre - Pont des Arts - 56 Quai François Mitterand
3. Notre Dame - 3, Rue Lagrange
4. Musée d'Orsay - 58 Place Henry de Montherlant
5. Champs-Elysées - 156, avenue des Champs-Elysées
6. Grand Palais - Avenue Winston Churchill
7. Iena - Avenue Iéna
8. Eiffel Tower - Quai Branly, Entrée 2 Tour Eiffel
9. Champ de Mars - Avenue Joseph Bouvard
10. Opéra Garnier - Facing 15, rue Scribe
11. Invalides - 2 Avenue de Tourville

Know before you go

• 1. Louvre-Pyramide/Big Bus Info Centre - 11 Avenue de l'Opéra
• 10. Opéra Garnier - Facing 15 Rue Scribe
• 2. Louvre/Pont des Arts - 56 Quai François Mitterrand
• 3. Notre Dame - 3 Rue Lagrange
• 4. Musée d'Orsay - 58 Place Henry de Montherlant
• 5. Champs-Élysées - 156 Avenue des Champs-Élysées
• 6. Grand Palais - Avenue Winston Churchill
• 7. Iena - Avenue Iéna
• 8. Tour Eiffel - Quai Branly, Entrée 2
• All buses have a ramp for wheelchair access.
• Small dogs are allowed but need to remain on the bottom level of the bus.
• The cruise, operated by our partner Les Bateaux Parisiens, departs from Pontoon No. 3, Port de la Bourdonnais (near Stop #8: Eiffel Tower), every 45 minutes from 10:30am to 9:00pm. On weekends: Every 30 minutes.
• The tour duration is approx. 2 hours, 15 mins. Buses depart every 10-20 mins. The last tour departs from Stop 1 at 17:30.
• You can begin your hop-on, hop-off tour from any of the Big Bus stops along the route.