Darwin Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours

All top attractions covered
All top attractions covered
Regular Schedule. Unlimited rides
Regular Schedule. Unlimited rides
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Open-top red bus with tourists on a Darwin city tour.
Tourists enjoying a Darwin bus tour, smiling and pointing at sights.
Darwin waterfront view with lush park, modern buildings, and harbor, seen from Big Bus tour route.
Aerial view of Darwin marina with boats and waterfront homes, part of Big Bus Darwin tour.
Darwin double-decker tour bus parked near waterfront and tourist facility.
Open-top red bus with tourists on a Darwin city tour.
Tourists enjoying a Darwin bus tour, smiling and pointing at sights.
Darwin waterfront view with lush park, modern buildings, and harbor, seen from Big Bus tour route.
Aerial view of Darwin marina with boats and waterfront homes, part of Big Bus Darwin tour.
Darwin double-decker tour bus parked near waterfront and tourist facility.
Open-top red bus with tourists on a Darwin city tour.
Tourists enjoying a Darwin bus tour, smiling and pointing at sights.
Darwin waterfront view with lush park, modern buildings, and harbor, seen from Big Bus tour route.
Aerial view of Darwin marina with boats and waterfront homes, part of Big Bus Darwin tour.
Darwin double-decker tour bus parked near waterfront and tourist facility.
4.5(124)

Big Bus: 1/2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Darwin

from
AU$47
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Flexible duration
  • Plan a hassle-free itinerary in Darwin with this unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour with the option of choosing between a Classic, Premium, or Deluxe ticket.
  • All 3 passes give you access to 1 route with 12 stops located near famous landmarks in the Top End capital.
  • What’s more? With the deluxe ticket get access to the Crocosaurus Cove and Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), included in your ticket price!
  • Get to know more about the fascinating history, culture, and geography of this city via the pre-recorded commentary onboard, available in English.
  • Some of the popular stops on your hop-on hop-off route include the Military Museum, Botanic Gardens, Mindil Beach, and Waterfront Precinct.
  • Plan a hassle-free itinerary in Darwin with this unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour with the option of choosing between a Classic, Premium, or Deluxe ticket.
  • All 3 passes give you access to 1 route with 12 stops located near famous landmarks in the Top End capital.
  • What’s more? With the deluxe ticket get access to the Crocosaurus Cove and Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), included in your ticket price!
  • Get to know more about the fascinating history, culture, and geography of this city via the pre-recorded commentary onboard, available in English.
  • Some of the popular stops on your hop-on hop-off route include the Military Museum, Botanic Gardens, Mindil Beach, and Waterfront Precinct.

Inclusions

1-Day Classic Pass

  • 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
  • Pre-recorded commentary in English
  • Open-top bus

2-Day Premium Pass

  • 2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
  • Pre-recorded commentary in English
  • Open-top bus

2-Day Deluxe Pass

  • 2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
  • Pre-recorded commentary in English
  • Open-top bus
  • Admission to Crocosaurus cove & RFDS tourist facility

Exclusions

  • Live guide

Classic Red Route

  • First Bus: 9am from stop #1 (Tourist Information Centre)
  • Last Bus: 4.15pm from stop #1 (Tourist Information Centre)
  • Frequency: Morning: 70 mins | Afternoon: 90 mins
  • Popular stops: Cullen Bay Jetty, Museum and Art Gallery of Northern Territory, Stokes Hill Wharf & Fort Hill Wharf (Cruise Ship Terminal)

Please click here for a detailed red route map and its boarding points.

Crocosaurus Cove

  • Daily: 9am to 6pm

Royal Doctor Flying Service (RFDS)

  • Daily: 9:30am to 5pm
  • Tip: For war lovers and enthusiasts, stop by the Darwin Military Museum and get a chance to view the tanks and machinery used in the day.
  • Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pre-recorded Commentary.
  • Note: This tour runs through attractions that may have unannounced closures or special events causing delays.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Big Bus Darwin tour and Crocosaurus Cove crocodile feeding experience.
Open-top red bus with tourists on a Darwin city tour.
Tourists enjoying a Darwin bus tour, smiling and pointing at sights.
Crocodile swimming near a diver in a tank at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin.
Visitors holding a baby crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin.
Aerial view of Darwin marina with boats and waterfront homes, part of Big Bus Darwin tour.
Two girls with a guide touching a young crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin, Australia.
Saltwater crocodile leaping for food during feeding show at Crocosaurus Cove.
Visitors observing crocodiles through glass at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin.
Big Bus Darwin tour and Crocosaurus Cove crocodile feeding experience.
Open-top red bus with tourists on a Darwin city tour.
Tourists enjoying a Darwin bus tour, smiling and pointing at sights.
Crocodile swimming near a diver in a tank at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin.
Visitors holding a baby crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin.
Aerial view of Darwin marina with boats and waterfront homes, part of Big Bus Darwin tour.
Two girls with a guide touching a young crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin, Australia.
Saltwater crocodile leaping for food during feeding show at Crocosaurus Cove.
Visitors observing crocodiles through glass at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin.
Big Bus Darwin tour and Crocosaurus Cove crocodile feeding experience.
Open-top red bus with tourists on a Darwin city tour.
Tourists enjoying a Darwin bus tour, smiling and pointing at sights.
Crocodile swimming near a diver in a tank at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin.
Visitors holding a baby crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin.
Aerial view of Darwin marina with boats and waterfront homes, part of Big Bus Darwin tour.
Two girls with a guide touching a young crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin, Australia.
Saltwater crocodile leaping for food during feeding show at Crocosaurus Cove.
Visitors observing crocodiles through glass at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin.
4.3(161)

Combo: Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Crocosaurus Cove Tickets

from
AU$82
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change

Flexible duration
  • Score big with this combo featuring a 24-hour hop-on-hop-off Darwin bus tour plus entry to Crocosaurus Cove for double the fun at a discounted price.
  • See up to 12 attractions, including Mindil Beach and the Military Museum, at your leisure with your HOHO pass aboard an open-top bus with commentary.
  • What to see: 70+ reptile species, turtles, wax replicas, and more at the cove, plus Waterfront Precinct, Stokes Hill Wharf, and 10 more HOHO stops.
  • What to do: Cuddle baby crocs, swim with scaly teens, get to know Burt, the star of Crocodile Dundee, and so much more. Don't worry, you'll be safe!
  • Optional upgrades: Want more? Snag a 48-hour HOHO pass for extra thrills, plus peek into history at the Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility.
  • Score big with this combo featuring a 24-hour hop-on-hop-off Darwin bus tour plus entry to Crocosaurus Cove for double the fun at a discounted price.
  • See up to 12 attractions, including Mindil Beach and the Military Museum, at your leisure with your HOHO pass aboard an open-top bus with commentary.
  • What to see: 70+ reptile species, turtles, wax replicas, and more at the cove, plus Waterfront Precinct, Stokes Hill Wharf, and 10 more HOHO stops.
  • What to do: Cuddle baby crocs, swim with scaly teens, get to know Burt, the star of Crocodile Dundee, and so much more. Don't worry, you'll be safe!
  • Optional upgrades: Want more? Snag a 48-hour HOHO pass for extra thrills, plus peek into history at the Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility.

Inclusions

Darwin HOHO Tour

  • 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass (as per option selected)
  • Pre-recorded commentary in English
  • Open-top bus

Crocosaurus Cove

  • Entry to the cove
  • Access to all shows & attractions

Royal Flying Doctor Service (as per option selected)

  • Entry to RFDS Tourist Facility

Exclusions

Darwin HOHO Tour

  • Entry to attractions

Crocosaurus Cove

  • Access to Whipray Encounter
  • Access to Cage of Death experience

Darwin HOHO Pass

  • First Bus: 9am from stop #1 (Tourist Information Centre)
  • Last Bus: 4:15pm from stop #1 (Tourist Information Centre)
  • Frequency: Morning: 70 mins | Afternoon: 90 mins
  • Popular stops: Cullen Bay Jetty, Museum and Art Gallery of Northern Territory, Stokes Hill Wharf & Fort Hill Wharf (Cruise Ship Terminal)

Please click here for a detailed Red Route map and its boarding points.
Crocosaurus Cove

  • Reptile House: 70+ species of reptiles, Meet the Reptile show, and Reptile Feeding Show
  • Big Croc Feed Show
  • Swim with Crocs
  • Fishing for Crocs
  • Hold a Baby Croc
  • Freshwater Aquarium: 200,000-litre freshwater aquarium with aquarium feeding show
  • World of Crocs: 14 Crocodilian wax replicas
  • Turtle Billabong: Red & yellow face turtles, snapping turtles, pig-nosed turtles, and more
  • Click here to view the park map and here to view the timetable.

RFDS Tourist Facility

  • Pilatus PC-12 ‘PAPA’: Board the decommissioned aircraft
  • Virtual Reality: Relive the 1942 Darwin Harbour Bombing and fly with an RFDS pilot
  • Holograms: Watch John Flynn, Rear Admiral Etheridge Grant and more
  • Mini-ghosts: Ask questions from Australian Prime Minister John Curtin and Japanese Pilot Hajime Toyoshima

Darwin HOHO Tour

  • Tip: For war lovers and enthusiasts, stop by the Darwin Military Museum and get a chance to view the tanks and machinery used in the day.
  • This experience is accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
  • Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck.
  • Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
  • The 2-day ticket can be used on separate days within a week of redemption, but you must specify your travel days when you redeem your tickets.
  • The hop-on hop-off tours take a break on Sundays – keep this in mind when planning your trip.

Crocosaurus Cove

  • Tip: Don't forget to get a memorable picture clicked when you swim with crocodiles.

RFDS Tourist Facility

  • Tip: Ask your questions about history to Australian Prime Minister John Curtin and Japanese pilot Hajime Toyoshima.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

What is a Hop-on Hop-off tour?

A Hop-on Hop-off tour offers a flexible and convenient way to explore Darwin's rich history and vibrant culture. With the freedom to board and alight at any designated stop, you can tailor your sightseeing experience to your interests and pace. These open-top double-decker buses provide panoramic views of the city, accompanied by informative audio commentary.

Why choose Hop-on Hop-off Darwin?

Red double-decker bus on a New Orleans street, part of the City Sightseeing 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour.

Effortless convenience

Getting around a new city doesn’t have to be stressful. Hop-on Hop-off buses simplify your journey, connecting you to Darwin’s major attractions without the hassle of navigating routes or dealing with public transport.

Tourists enjoying the City Sightseeing 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour in New Orleans, passing by iconic landmarks

See all the highlights

From vibrant markets to serene gardens, Hop-on Hop-off tours make sure you catch all the must-see landmarks across Darwin. With 12 stops covering the best of the city, you won’t miss a thing.

A group of people enjoying the upper deck of the HOHO Bus in New Orleans.

Freedom to explore

Move at your own pace and spend as much time as you like at each stop. Take your time at museums, soak in the views at Cullen Bay Marina, or simply relax and see where the day takes you.

Double-decker bus on New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off tour passing historic French Quarter buildings.

Discover Darwin’s best sights

Each stop reveals a different side of Darwin – from crocodile encounters to colonial architecture. Hop-on Hop-off buses make it easy to discover what makes this tropical city special.

Hop-on Hop-off buses are a great choice for

Big Bus tour at George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, showcasing lush greenery and vibrant flora in Darwin, Australia.

Curious explorers

Perfect for those who want to experience Darwin’s rich history and natural beauty in one easy trip. Discover new perspectives and unexpected highlights as you travel.

Passengers on Big Bus HOHO tour bus Darwin

Solo travelers

A great choice for solo adventurers who prefer the flexibility to plan their day without the worries of arranging transport or getting lost.

Family enjoying a sightseeing tour on an open-top bus in a city.

Photography lovers

The open-top views and convenient stops let you capture incredible photos of Darwin’s skyline, beaches, and lush gardens without missing a beat.

Family enjoying a sightseeing tour on an open-top bus in a city.

Cruise ship passengers

A convenient way to see the city in a short timeframe. The buses let you maximize your port stop and get a real taste of Darwin.

Big Bus Darwin: at a glance

Explore Darwin's enchanting sights with Big Bus's Hop-on Hop-off tour. With a single route and 12 stops, discover the city's rich history and culture at your leisure.

Red Route HOHO

Red route

  • Timings: First bus at 9:00 AM; last bus at 4:15 PM.
  • Frequency: Morning: every 35 minutes; afternoon: every 45 minutes.
  • Total duration: Morning loop: 70 minutes; afternoon loop: 90 minutes.
  • Popular stops: Cullen Bay Jetty, Museum and Art Gallery of Northern Territory, Stokes Hill Wharf & Fort Hill Wharf (Cruise Ship Terminal)

How to book Hop-on Hop-off tickets

Choose your HOHO route

Step 1: Choose your route

Each tour follows a unique route. Review the routes and stops and pick the tour that covers your must-see attractions.

Book your HOHO ticket

Step 2: Book your tickets

Purchase your Hop-on Hop-off tickets easily using PayPal or your credit/debit card.

Checking the ticket voucher on email

Step 3: Check your email

Receive your ticket voucher instantly in your inbox.

Downloading the mobile App

Step 4: Download the operator’s app

Track the bus in real-time, plan your journey, and explore routes with an interactive map.

Board the HOHO bus from any designated stop

Step 5: Hop-on & explore!

Head to any designated stop, show your mobile voucher to the driver or staff, and start your adventure!

Tips to make the best of your Hop-on Hop-off Darwin tour

  • Check departure times: Timings can vary, so check the schedule before you head out to make the most of your ride.
  • Bring sunscreen and a hat: Darwin’s tropical sun can be strong – stay protected while enjoying the open-top views.
  • Pack light: Keep your day bag light for comfort as you hop on and off the bus.
  • Bring your camera: The open-top buses offer great photo ops of the city and coastline.

Frequently asked questions about Darwin Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

How long is my ticket valid for?

Your ticket is valid for the chosen duration (1 day or 2 days) from the time you first board the bus.

Can I bring luggage or large bags on the bus?

Only small bags and backpacks are allowed onboard for safety and comfort. Large luggage may not be permitted.

Are pets allowed on the bus?

 Only service animals are allowed for safety and comfort.

Is there Wi-Fi on the bus?

Wi-Fi availability varies by bus. Check with the driver or onboard staff when you board.

Are food and drinks allowed on the bus?

Drinks with secure lids are generally allowed, but eating onboard is discouraged to keep the buses clean and comfortable.