Darwin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tours

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Darwin Big Bus tour and Crocosaurus Cove crocodile encounter.
Open-top red bus with tourists on a Darwin city tour.
Charles Darwin University campus building with surrounding greenery in Darwin, Northern Territory.
Handlers feeding a jumping crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin, with spectators watching.
Kids interacting with whiprays at Whipray Encounter, Crocosaurus Cove.
Big Bus Darwin Explorer parked near Crocosaurus Cove, promoting hop on hop off tours.
Woman using audio guide on a red hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Person taking a photo on a phone during a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Guests holding snakes at Crocosaurus Cove exhibit.
Visitors feeding crocodiles from a platform at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin.
Darwin Big Bus tour and Crocosaurus Cove crocodile encounter.
Open-top red bus with tourists on a Darwin city tour.
Charles Darwin University campus building with surrounding greenery in Darwin, Northern Territory.
Handlers feeding a jumping crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin, with spectators watching.
Kids interacting with whiprays at Whipray Encounter, Crocosaurus Cove.
Big Bus Darwin Explorer parked near Crocosaurus Cove, promoting hop on hop off tours.
Woman using audio guide on a red hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Person taking a photo on a phone during a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Guests holding snakes at Crocosaurus Cove exhibit.
Visitors feeding crocodiles from a platform at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin.
Darwin Big Bus tour and Crocosaurus Cove crocodile encounter.
Open-top red bus with tourists on a Darwin city tour.
Charles Darwin University campus building with surrounding greenery in Darwin, Northern Territory.
Handlers feeding a jumping crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin, with spectators watching.
Kids interacting with whiprays at Whipray Encounter, Crocosaurus Cove.
Big Bus Darwin Explorer parked near Crocosaurus Cove, promoting hop on hop off tours.
Woman using audio guide on a red hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Person taking a photo on a phone during a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Guests holding snakes at Crocosaurus Cove exhibit.
Visitors feeding crocodiles from a platform at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin.
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Combo: Darwin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Crocosaurus Cove Tickets + RFDS Facility Tickets

from
AU$82
Free cancellation

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

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Flexible duration
Audio guide

Say hello to cute crocs, discover aeromedical feats & visit Darwin’s major sights!

  • Explore Darwin at a flexible pace with a hop-on hop-off pass and say hello to fascinating Australian reptiles at the Crocosaurus Cove.
  • Get a 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass, and visit up to 12 unique sights as buses circle every 60 minutes.
  • Tune into your English audio guide to dive deep into the city’s history as you soak up scenic views from an upper-deck seat.
  • Adorable turtles, their wax replicas, 70+ reptile species, diverse marine life, and more await you at the Crocosaurus Cove.
  • Head to the RFDS Facility and learn more about Australia’s aeromedical operations through interactive digital exhibits.

Say hello to cute crocs, discover aeromedical feats & visit Darwin’s major sights!

  • Explore Darwin at a flexible pace with a hop-on hop-off pass and say hello to fascinating Australian reptiles at the Crocosaurus Cove.
  • Get a 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass, and visit up to 12 unique sights as buses circle every 60 minutes.
  • Tune into your English audio guide to dive deep into the city’s history as you soak up scenic views from an upper-deck seat.
  • Adorable turtles, their wax replicas, 70+ reptile species, diverse marine life, and more await you at the Crocosaurus Cove.
  • Head to the RFDS Facility and learn more about Australia’s aeromedical operations through interactive digital exhibits.

Inclusions

Darwin Hop-on Hop-off

  • 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
  • Access to Red Route
  • Audio guide in English

Crocosaurus Cove

  • Entry to the Crocosaurus Cove (Stop 2)
  • Access to all shows & attractions

The RFDS Facility

  • Entry to the RFDS Facility

Exclusions

Crocosaurus Cove

  • Access to Whipray Encounter
  • Access to the Cage of Death Experience

Darwin Hop-on Hop-off
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Hop-on Hop-off Route - Red Route
See the best of Darwin’s museums, tropical wonders, and rich marine life by hopping on the red route.
Schedule

  • First bus: 9am from Stop 1 (Tourist Information Centre)
  • Last bus: 3pm from Stop 1 (Tourist Information Centre)
  • Frequency: Every 60 to 90 minutes
  • Popular stops: Crocosaurus Cove, Museum and Art Gallery of Northern Territory, Stokes Hill Wharf

Crocosaurus Cove

  • Timings: 9am to 6pm, daily

Click here to view the park map and here to view the timetable.

The RFDS Facility

  • Timings: 9:30am to 5pm

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

Accessibility

Darwin Hop-on Hop-off

  • The buses are wheelchair accessible. However, we recommend contacting the operator before your trip to ensure they can suitably accommodate your needs.
  • Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck.

Additional Information

Crocosaurus Cove

  • You can obtain wrist passes at the ticket desk if you wish to come and go throughout the day.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Open-top red bus with tourists on a Darwin city tour.
Person taking a photo on a phone during a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Big Bus Darwin Explorer parked near Crocosaurus Cove, promoting hop on hop off tours.
Charles Darwin University campus building with surrounding greenery in Darwin, Northern Territory.
Crocosaurus Cove entrance with rock feature and signage in Darwin, Australia.
Darwin double-decker tour bus parked near waterfront and tourist facility.
Woman using audio guide on a red hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Open-top red bus with tourists on a Darwin city tour.
Person taking a photo on a phone during a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Big Bus Darwin Explorer parked near Crocosaurus Cove, promoting hop on hop off tours.
Charles Darwin University campus building with surrounding greenery in Darwin, Northern Territory.
Crocosaurus Cove entrance with rock feature and signage in Darwin, Australia.
Darwin double-decker tour bus parked near waterfront and tourist facility.
Woman using audio guide on a red hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Open-top red bus with tourists on a Darwin city tour.
Person taking a photo on a phone during a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Big Bus Darwin Explorer parked near Crocosaurus Cove, promoting hop on hop off tours.
Charles Darwin University campus building with surrounding greenery in Darwin, Northern Territory.
Crocosaurus Cove entrance with rock feature and signage in Darwin, Australia.
Darwin double-decker tour bus parked near waterfront and tourist facility.
Woman using audio guide on a red hop-on hop-off bus tour.
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Big Bus: Darwin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

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
Audio guide
Routes
TOTAL DURATION70 minutes - 90 minutes
FREQUENCYEvery 60 to 90 minutes
FIRST DEPARTURETourist Information Centre at 9:00 AM
LAST DEPARTURETourist Information Centre at 3:00 PM
Timeline
Map

1. Tourist Information Centre

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1 attraction
Smith Street Mall

Smith Street Mall

1 minute walk

2. Crocosaurus Cove

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1 attraction
Darwin Entertainment Centre

Darwin Entertainment Centre

1 minute walk

3. Doctor’s Gully, Aquascene Fish Feeding

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1 attraction
Darwin Harbour Walk

Darwin Harbour Walk

7 minutes walk

4. Cullen Bay Jetty

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1 attraction
Mindil Beach

Mindil Beach

6 minutes walk

5. Cullen Bay Apartments, Myilly Point Heritage Precinct (Request Stop)

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1 attraction

Burnett House

1 minute walk

6. Casino, Mindil Markets, Botanical Gardens

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1 attraction
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens

George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens

5 minutes walk

7. Museum and Art Gallery of Northern Territory

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1 attraction
Fannie Bay Gaol

Fannie Bay Gaol

3 minutes walk

8. Military Museum (Afternoons Only)

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1 attraction
East Point Beach

East Point Beach

6 minutes walk

9. Parap (Request Stop)

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1 attraction
Darwin Railway Club

Darwin Railway Club

2 minutes walk

10. Stokes Hill Wharf

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1 attraction
Royal Flying Doctor Service Darwin Tourist Facility

Royal Flying Doctor Service Darwin Tourist Facility

11. Waterfront Precinct

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1 attraction
Wave Lagoon

Wave Lagoon

3 minutes walk

12. Fort Hill Wharf (Cruise Ship Terminal)

Get direction
1 attraction
Deckchair Cinema

Deckchair Cinema

3 minutes walk

Zip around Darwin, visiting 12 top sights, and upgrade to enjoy entries to 2 popular attractions.

  • Darwin’s salt-kissed shores and quiet museums await exploration! Get a 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass and discover them for yourself.
  • As buses roll around every 60 minutes, you get to relax in your open-top upper-deck seat, take in the scenic views, and explore 12 unique attractions.
  • Upgrade to enjoy entry to the Crocosaurus Cove, where you’ll see native crocodiles, and view the digital interactive exhibits of the RFDS Tourist Facility.
  • Want to learn more about Darwin? Then tune into the English audio guide on board, which will highlight the city’s vibrant culture and past.
  • Shop for souvenirs at Mindil Markets, shuttle between Darwin’s many beaches, and spot the most postcard-perfect sunsets while on your trip.

Zip around Darwin, visiting 12 top sights, and upgrade to enjoy entries to 2 popular attractions.

  • Darwin’s salt-kissed shores and quiet museums await exploration! Get a 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass and discover them for yourself.
  • As buses roll around every 60 minutes, you get to relax in your open-top upper-deck seat, take in the scenic views, and explore 12 unique attractions.
  • Upgrade to enjoy entry to the Crocosaurus Cove, where you’ll see native crocodiles, and view the digital interactive exhibits of the RFDS Tourist Facility.
  • Want to learn more about Darwin? Then tune into the English audio guide on board, which will highlight the city’s vibrant culture and past.
  • Shop for souvenirs at Mindil Markets, shuttle between Darwin’s many beaches, and spot the most postcard-perfect sunsets while on your trip.

Inclusions

  • 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
  • Access to Red Route
  • Entry to Crocosaurus Cove (based on option selected)
  • Entry to RFDS Tourist Facility (based on option selected)
  • Audio guide in English

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Hop-on Hop-off Route - Red Route
See the best of Darwin’s museums, tropical wonders, and rich marine life by hopping on the red route.

  • Popular stops: Crocosaurus Cove, Museum and Art Gallery of Northern Territory, Stokes Hill Wharf

Crocosaurus Cove

  • Timings: 9am to 6pm, daily

The RFDS Facility

  • Timings: 9:30am to 5pm

Accessibility

  • The buses are wheelchair accessible. However, we recommend contacting the operator before your trip to ensure they can suitably accommodate your needs.
  • Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck.
  • 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: 9am to 3pm
  • Frequency: Every 60 to 90 minutes.
  • Total duration: 70 to 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

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.