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Sydney Harbour: Captain Cook Classic Harbour or Rocket Sightseeing Cruise
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$23.89Big Bus Sydney: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
4.2
(17 verified reviews)•Operated by Big Bus Australia (USD)•
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Smartphone Tickets
Instant Ticket Delivery
Wheelchair Accessible
Open-Top
Audio GuideEnglish, Spanish, Italian, German, French, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese
About
Explore Australia’s sunny Sydney in style, ease and comfort with this Hop-on Hop-off Bus Sydney! Bounce around from Bondi to Kings St Wharf, Woolloomooloo Bay, Hyde Park, Sydney Opera House and heaps more, and get cool commentary as you go!
What's Included
- Discover Ticket: 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus; 2 bus routes
- Essential Ticket: 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus; 2 bus routes
- Explore Ticket: 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus + Captain Cook hop-on hop-off harbour cruise
- Access to the City Tour (Red Route) or Bondi Tour (Blue Route)
Must Know
- Please bring a valid ID
- If you purchase a 48-hour ticket, you must travel on consecutive days
- For customers with an Explore Ticket, the cruise’s departure location will change from 20 July 2026 to 28 August 2027. Please see more details in Additional Info
Good to Know
Manly Fast Ferry:
- Daily
- Departure from Wharf 2, Circular Quay
- Duration: Approx. 18–20 mins
Fantasea Harbour Hopper cruise:
- Wednesday to Sunday
- Depart from Wharf 6, Circular Quay, or Aquarium Wharf, Darling Harbour
- Duration: 90 mins
The City Tour (Red Route)
- First bus at 09:00 and last bus at 16:00 (Last departure from Stop #1A – Phillip Street)
- Duration: 30-45 mins
- No. of Stops: 23
Famous stops include: Circular Quay, Sydney Tower/Westfield Sydney, Australian Museum, Sydney Opera House, Botanical Gardens, Central Station, Maritime Museum, Chinese Gardens / Chinatown, Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, Sydney Harbour Bridge & The Rocks
The Bondi & Bays Tour (Blue Route)
- First bus at 09:30 and last bus at 15:15
- Duration: 1 hour
- No. of Stops: 11
Famous stops include: Central Station, Town Hall, Australian Museum, Paddington Town Hall, Centennial Parklands, Bondi Beach, North Bondi, Rose Bay, Double Bay & Yurong Street
Instructions
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Before you buy
- Children aged 0–4: free; no ticket needed
- Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult
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On-site usage
Show your smartphone voucher to a Big Bus staff at one of the stops or on the bus. You’ll receive a receipt that you can use to hop on and off as often and where you wish.
From 20 July 2026 to 28 August 2027, Captain Cook Cruises depart from Commissioner’s Steps, located approximately 170 m (a 2-minute walk) towards the Harbour Bridge from Circular Quay, Wharf 6.
- Check-in will continue at the Captain Cook Cruises office, Circular Quay, Wharf 6
- After check-in, cruises will depart from Commissioner’s Steps
- Commissioner’s Steps are not wheelchair accessible
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After your visit
- For all the landmarks, routes and times, download the mobile app Big Bus Tours - City Guide
- Get your complimentary earphones for the audio guide on the buses from the driver
Get There
Reschedule and cancellation policy
Cancel for free until 1 day before your visit date and get a full refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I cancel or reschedule my booking?
Yes, you can cancel your booking for free up to 1 day before your visit date for a full refund.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets for Big Bus Sydney: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour start from $53.00.
Do I need to print my tickets?
No, printing is not required for Big Bus Sydney: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour. You can simply show the digital ticket on your smartphone when you arrive.
How long does it take to receive my tickets?
You will receive your Big Bus Sydney: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour tickets instantly via email right after your booking is confirmed.
Is this experience wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the experience is fully adapted and accessible for wheelchair users and visitors with reduced mobility.
Is there an audio guide available?
Yes, an audio guide is provided and available in: English, Spanish, Italian, German, French, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese.
Is the tour on an open-top vehicle?
Yes, this experience features an open-top deck, giving you unobstructed panoramic views of Sydney.
How is Big Bus Sydney: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour rated by visitors?
It is well-rated, with an average score of 4.2 out of 5 based on 17 verified reviews.
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