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Big Bus Tours: Darwin Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour

Book Big Bus Tours: Darwin Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour at cheapest price! Experience the beautiful tropical capital city of Australia, Darwin having extensive wildlife and wetlands with Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tours. Hop on the Big Bus tour and get ready to explore the green beauty of the city.

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Highlights

  • On a hop-on, hop-off bus trip, discover Darwin's well-known attractions and monuments.
  • Bus tour covers the best landmarks of Darwin.
  • Enjoy all-day access to the stunning reptile exhibit Crocosaurus Cove.
  • With nine daily presentations, enjoy exciting reptile performances.
  • Learn about the Royal Flying Doctors Service's brave stories.
  • Experience Darwin Harbor's bombing with contemporary means.
  • Free Wi-Fi on board 
  • Smartphone Voucher Accepted! (No need to print the tickets)

Overview

Take advantage of Big Bus's simple hop-on, hop-off pass to set out on a sightseeing tour in Darwin. Visit Mindil Beach, the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, the Military Museum, the George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, and Crocosaurus Cove to take in the breathtaking views and some of the city's finest landmarks and destinations. As you hop on and off the open-top double-decker bus to visit each place at your own speed, unwind and take in the educational commentary.

Itinerary

Make the most of your stay in Darwin by booking a special excursion. Gain admission to two of the most popular landmarks in the city and benefit from a flexible 1- or 2-day pass for the famed sightseeing bus. On a double-decker bus, you can comfortably travel through Darwin while taking in some of the city's most well-known sights. 
Utilize the flexibility to get on and off at your convenience and explore the places that most interest you. Experience the splendors of Crocosaurus Cove, home to the greatest collection of Australian reptiles in the world, including the fabled saltwater crocodile. Explore the rich wildlife of the Northern Territory by taking in thrilling daily shows and engaging in fascinating encounters with these extraordinary creatures. 
Later, explore the epic tales of the Royal Flying physicians Service to learn about the fascinating history, achievements, and patient experiences of the service's pilots, engineers, physicians, and nurses. Using cutting-edge technology, relive the momentous events of the 1942 bombing of Darwin Harbor. Explore this crucial moment in contemporary history while experiencing the heart-pounding scenes firsthand. 
At Crocosaurus Cove, where your ticket entitles you to visit, get up close and personal with Australia's recognizable Saltwater Crocodile and take in the breathtaking display of the country's most striking animals. You can pick from a number of exhilarating crocodile activities, including the only crocodile cage dive activity in the nation, feeding the crocs with a fishing line, holding a young crocodile, and watching the skill of the handlers during an enthralling feeding performance. 
Explore the massive 200,000-liter freshwater aquarium to see barramundi, archer fish, and whiprays as well as turtles in the alluring Top End Turtle Billabong. Visit the RFDS Tourist Facility at Stokes Hill Wharf, where your admission ticket entitles you to learn the amazing tale of the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Discover the lengthy legacy of the RFDS and its key leaders, including founder John Flynn and inventor of the pedal radio Alfred Traeger, as you learn about the history of aeromedical operations in Australia's Northern Territory. 
Participate in interactive displays that illustrate the development of the service, and don't pass up the chance to enter a retired RFDS Pilatus PC 12 plane to see the advanced aero-medical technology firsthand. This all-inclusive travel package provides an extraordinary adventure that immerses you in Darwin's fascinating world of animals, heroism, and history. So, if you are travelling to Darwin, make sure you reserve your tickets well in advance. Book Now!

Schedule

Red Route: 
  • First Bus: 09:00am, Last Bus: 03:00pm
  • Full Loop: 70 to 90 minutes Approx.
  • Frequency: Every 60 to 90 Minutes 
  • First Stop: Stop # 1 Tourist Information Centre (Corner Smith & Bennett Streets)

Inclusions

Classic Ticket

  • 1-Day Hop On Hop Off Pass
  • Pre-recorded commentary in English language
  • Wi-Fi, Ear Phones
     

Premium Ticket

  • 2-Day Hop On Hop Off Pass
  • Pre-recorded commentary in English language
  • Wi-Fi, Ear Phones
     

Deluxe Ticket

  • 2-Day Hop On Hop Off Pass
  • Pre-recorded commentary in English language
  • Crocosaurus Cove Ticket
  • RFDS Tourist Facility Ticket
  • Wi-Fi, Ear Phones

Exclusions

  • Entrance Fees (Unless specified)
  • Hotel Transfers
  • Meals

Redemption Info

  • You can board the bus at any stop.
  • Show the Mobile/ Printed ticket to the staff member at our bus stops, and you will receive a receipt that you will use to hop on the Big Bus.
  • This receipt is must throughout the validity period of your ticket.
  • A staff member of Big Bus Tours will check the code present on the ticket during bus boarding.
  • All vouchers will now be valid for 06 months from the date of purchase.
  • Cruise Passengers: You can get-on the bus from our stop# 12 is at cruise ship terminal. Address: Fort Hill Wharf (Cruise Ship Terminal).

Know Before You Go

  • Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • On-Board Wi-Fi: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Multiday tickets can only be used on consecutive days.
  • Tours operate in all weather, rain or shine. Refunds due to weather will not be granted unless the service is suspended as a result of weather.
  • Crocosaurus Cove is open from 9:00am - 6:00pm daily.
  • The RFDS Facility is open from 9:30am - 5:00pm daily.
  • Disclaimer: Due to traffic issues, public holidays, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, there might be sudden changes in the route or in the schedule. Traffic congestion and road closures- may cause delays and changes to the route. We’ll do all we can to provide a smooth and frequent service! No refund will be offered for any changes or cancellations due to any unforeseen circumstances.
  • Important Instructions: We recommend our all passengers please try to board the bus at first stop if possible. During high season, specially on weekends, buses can be full, we advise you must wait for the next buses. NO REFUND possible in such conditions.

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Cancellation Policy

  • You must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience to get a complete refund.
  • If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
  • Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
  • The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
  • This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.

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Fantastic! Great commentary and I even used the bus to do my shopping ...

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Diane kerr

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11 May 26

easy to get on and off all day great way to fill in the day ...

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Tracey Lee Richards

Tourist

06 May 26

The trip, itinerary and service were excellent. I would have benefited from a few more examples of how to use the bus eg...

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Chris Keates

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01 May 26

A great service, friendly and helpful. ...

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Jo

Tourist

01 May 26

The bus tour is great and a good way to get your bearings with where everything is. My criticism is that using you as a ...

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Karen Whittam

Tourist

17 Apr 26

Nice trip, informative! A few too many jokes in the audio script.
Would be a really good idea to fix the ticketing sy...

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Titus Grenyer

Tourist

11 Apr 26

Easy to hear the narrative over the speaker system. Driver highly recommended a visit to the free Northwest Australia ...

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Francine Novakoff

Tourist

16 Feb 26

It was awesome. Great way to see the city and surrounds without the stress of driving yourself. Also the commentary was ...

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Elsa Morgan

Tourist

06 Feb 26

Best way to see Darwin's favourite spots. Clean, comfortable, and affordable. Highly recommend ...

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Sibby ORILEY

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22 Dec 25

It’s a fabulous way to see Darwin ...

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S Turner

Tourist

05 Dec 25

Our first bus broke down (however it did it right near the Mall), we also appreciated that your company did the full loo...

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Deborah Hughes

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01 Dec 25

Very informative lots of sights to see on the tour. Very reasonable pricing....

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Michael Allen

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09 Nov 25

Excellent!...

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John Szilagyi

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29 Oct 25

What an excellent way to see Darwin and its sights. The hop on hop off worked brilliantly for the museums, port, etc,..<...

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Paul Morris

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26 Oct 25

Thoroughly enjoyed seeing Darwin from the upper deck, and hearing the informative commentary. The drivers were most help...

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Janet Reynolds

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01 Oct 25

Excellent service, very informative ...

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Michael

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01 Oct 25

it was a great way to see the city of Darwin and learn about it's history ...

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Loreto Lotz

Tourist

28 Sep 25

Good drivers
Enjoyed the trips ...

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Robyn Sidwell

Tourist

07 Sep 25

1. The commentary for the tunnels is after you've been past the stop!
2. Pity the bus doesn't go to the Military Mu...

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Martin Leggott

Tourist

31 Aug 25

The trip was easy. The information provided during the trip was great, giving a little potted history of the city and su...

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Naomi Pratt

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26 Aug 25

Commentary was great. Buses on time. Driver very helpful...

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Rosemary Goodman

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25 Aug 25

Really enjoyed the trip, info and timetable. Very easy to navigate. ...

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Fiona Heffernan

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05 Aug 25

The service was very helpful and crew was wonderful giving the storys and guidence during the trip and was always on ti...

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Trevor Donald Fraser

Tourist

21 Jul 25

Fantastic way to see & learn about Darwin's key sites of interest. The drivers are very friendly and helpful, good value...

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Leza Weber

Tourist

16 Jul 25

Pity that the East Point stop started so late. Maybe the second bus of the day could drop in for our timetable of thing...

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Lee Stiotis

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12 Jul 25

Fantastic value & great sights to see and experience. Commentary was excellent & drivers lovely. ...

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Darren Meldrum

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08 Jul 25

Additional audio speakers for upstairs would be good. With people talking the audio was a bit hard to hear, which then l...

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Colin Dayman

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06 Jul 25

Very informal and helpful...

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Keith

Tourist

05 Jun 25

Bus driver was friendly and the commentary was awesome, I loved all the tips the driver had for you when you hopped off ...

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Janine Fitzpatrick

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15 May 25

Information about Darwin and the history was very interesting. Always good to learn something new....

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Catherine Le Cornu

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05 May 25

Excellent tour ...

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Leanne Flood

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22 Nov 24

I have always loved the Ho-Ho bus. I have taken these city tours all over the world, and they never disappoint. A great ...

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Carolyn Prunster

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08 Nov 24

Great staff and very informative trip...

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Catherine Doyle

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31 Oct 24

A good way of seeing the sights of Darwin....

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Joanne Noble

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30 Oct 24

Very good, bad part buses too far apart. Too long to wait for the next bus. Staff lovely...

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Iris Agidbashyan

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18 Oct 24

Such a wonderful way to see Darwin and decide what you want to do! Bus commentary was informative and interesting....

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Deb Wilson

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13 Oct 24

Friendly and helpful staff, good value...

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Kathryn Steger

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11 Oct 24

Was an easy and informative way to see Darwin. The drivers were friendly, welcoming and helpful. ...

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Deborah Gerstorfer

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23 Sep 24

Great overview of Darwin, would recommend the p.m. trip if you have the time as it includes additional interesting hop-o...

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Carolyn Morey

Tourist

07 Sep 24

If recommend the hop on hop off bus to anyone looking to visit the main attractions of Darwin! Good commentary and regul...

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Anthony Broome

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02 Sep 24

Great way to get around, very informative. ...

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Jayne Allen

Tourist

19 Aug 24

Very Friendly and super informative. A great way to get to know a city on arrival....

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Kath Sheehan

Tourist

18 Aug 24

Enjoyed the timetable and commentary. A very good way to see the sights economically in time & $s....

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R Moore

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15 Aug 24

Enjoyed the loop but felt that with recorded commentary $25-$30 would be a fairer price....

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Siobhan Steven

Tourist

12 Aug 24

Convenient, friendly and easy to use. Maybe consider some more speakers upstairs for those hard of hearing. The noise of...

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Eric Newham

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11 Aug 24

Great service. Beautiful day out on the bus...

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Joanne Higgins

Tourist

20 Jul 24

Buses were quick and all drivers were helpful and friendly. We had a fantastic day. Thank you. ...

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Susan Frampton

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06 Jul 24

Really interesting!...

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Wendy J Mandel

Tourist

28 Jun 24

The Big Bus was a great way to get the lay of the land on my first day in Darwin. Then on day 2, I used it as transport...

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Sally Bean

Tourist

23 Jun 24

Excellent. Ease off booking.Nice drivers...

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Tracey Reid

Tourist

14 Jun 24

A two way loop & Sunday operation would make the service more convenient for tourists. ...

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K Brown

Tourist

10 Jun 24

This is a great way to get an overview of Darwin.
We stopped at two locations and had plenty of time to visit them b...

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Colin Crosthwaite

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24 May 24

It was good ...

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Wayne OShea

Tourist

05 May 24

Maybe buses could be a bit more often, but other than that excellent ...

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Debbie taylor

Tourist

01 Apr 24

Honestly best part of our trip, the driver was so kind and so informative and so lovely he really tied it all together....

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Jess Norrie

Tourist

29 Mar 24

Bought through the internet boarded the bus no hassle thank you....

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Dolf JONGSMA

Tourist

10 Feb 24

We enjoyed the ride and the driver. Would have liked the audio tour to include more info....

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Tamara Merrill

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30 Jan 24

Little disappointing service due to lack of ability to adhere to timetable. Service needs a uber like app showing where ...

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Phil Gilbey

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09 May 22

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When does the Darwin Big Bus tour operates?

Ans: Big Bus Darwin tour operates daily except Sunday (From March - November); and Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday (From December - February). It is shut on Christmas Day, Boxing Day , New Year's Day and Good Friday every year. Please check the calendar to see the live availability.

Q. What can I see during Darwin Big Bus Tour?

Ans: The landmarks of the city like Mindil Beach Sunset Markets, Crocosaurus Cove, the Military Museum, the Botanic Gardens, Cullen Bay Marina and the Museum & Art Gallery of the Northern Territory are included. Please check maps to know more about the route and stops.

Q. What is the child ticket policy for the Big Bus Darwin tour?

Ans: The child ticket is available for the age group of 5 to 15 years. Children from 0-4 years will travel for free. Every child need to be accompanied by an adult.

Q. From where can I board the bus?

Ans: You can hop-on and hop-off the Darwin Big Bus from any of the stops. The main starting point is Stop 1: Tourist Information Centre. You'll find this at the corner of Smith St and Bennett St (southern side of The Mall).

Q. Are the Big Bus Darwin buses wheelchair or stroller accessible?

Ans: Yes, all of the Big Bus Darwin buses are wheelchair and stroller accessible. Every bus has a dedicated space for wheelchair and stroller on its lower deck. The upper deck on entire fleet is not accessible to the wheelchair or stroller.

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