Big Bus tour of Darwin

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Explore the best Darwin has to offer at your own pace! Rich in indigenous culture, Darwin has some of the best collections of Aboriginal art in Australia and is famous for its relaxed outdoor lifestyle. Explore its open-air markets, luscious parks and gardens, reserves, and beautiful beaches. Learn about Darwin’s war-time involvement in WWII with a visit to the Military Museum or get up close and personal with a saltwater crocodile! Your Classic Ticket includes two routes to see Darwin's most famous sites and landmarks:Red Route: Tourist Information CentreCrocosaurus Cove Doctor’s Gully, Aquascene Fish FeedingCullen Bay JettyCullen Bay Apartments, Myilly Point Heritage Precinct Casino, Mindil Markets, Botanic GardensMuseum and Art Gallery of Northern TerritoryMilitary Museum - Defence of Darwin Experience

(90 minute tour only)Parap, Parap Markets (Markets held on Saturdays only)Stokes Hill WharfWaterfront PrecinctFort Hill Wharf (Cruise Ship Terminal)

Inclusions

  • Hop-on hop-off tour with Big Bus (for a duration of 1 or 2-days depending on the option selected at checkout)
  • Pre-recorded commentary in English - during the bus tour
  • Crocosaurus Cove ticket (if Deluxe ticket is selected at checkout)
  • RFDS Museum ticket (if Deluxe ticket is selected at checkout)

Good to Know

  • Vouchers are valid for 180 days from the date of purchase
  • Enjoy 12 hop-off stops around the city
  • Tickets valid for more than 1 day must be used across consecutive day
  • Visit Crocosaurus Cove, Cullen Bay Jetty and much more
  • Children (age 0-4): free
  • Learn about Darwin's fascinating history, culture and geography with pre-recorded commentary in English
  • During checkout choose either a Classic, Premium or Deluxe ticket
  • Classic Ticket: 1-day hop-on hop-off Big Bus tour
  • Premium Ticket: 2-day hop-on hop-off Big Bus tour
  • Deluxe Ticket: 2-day hop-on hop-off Big Bus tour, Crocosaurus Cove ticket, RFDS Museum ticket
  • Pre-recorded commentary available in English
  • Note, service may be suspended and/or altered at any time and without notice. Customers are advised to check the Big Bus website for the most up-to-date information regarding detours and closures, or to download the Big Bus App to live track buses and find stops near them
  • Operates on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays
  • Red Route: Total duration 60 minutes (approx.) I Frequency: (AM: 35 min; PM: 45 min) I From 9.00am to 3.00pm

Cancellation Policy

  • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

Description

Explore the best Darwin has to offer at your own pace! Rich in indigenous culture, Darwin has some of the best collections of Aboriginal art in Australia and is famous for its relaxed outdoor lifestyle. Explore its open-air markets, luscious parks and gardens, reserves, and beautiful beaches. Learn about Darwin’s war-time involvement in WWII with a visit to the Military Museum or get up close and personal with a saltwater crocodile! Your Classic Ticket includes two routes to see Darwin's most famous sites and landmarks:Red Route: Tourist Information CentreCrocosaurus Cove Doctor’s Gully, Aquascene Fish FeedingCullen Bay JettyCullen Bay Apartments, Myilly Point Heritage Precinct Casino, Mindil Markets, Botanic GardensMuseum and Art Gallery of Northern TerritoryMilitary Museum - Defence of Darwin Experience (90 minute tour only)Parap, Parap Markets (Markets held on Saturdays only)Stokes Hill WharfWaterfront PrecinctFort Hill Wharf (Cruise Ship Terminal)

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