Arc de Triomphe, Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Optional River Cruise
Description
This tour allows you to combine two "must-do" when traveling to Paris: visit the iconic Arc de Triomphe on a self-guided tour as well as going around the city on a hop-on hop-off bus. Visitors can marvel at the sheer size and detail of the Arc from ground level, and take the elevator or climb 284 steps to the roof terrace at the top. Take in 360° panoramic views of Paris, and marvel at the circulating muddle of traffic in the roundabout below. Aboard a Big Bus open-top, double-decker bus, admire panoramic views of top Paris attractions including the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Moulin Rouge and more, all while listening to audio commentary. Follow two easy routes, and hop on and off at any of the 15 stops around town. For an extra perspective, add a one hour Seine River cruise and see some of Paris’s most famous riverside monuments and bridges.
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Itinerary
Visit the iconic Arc de Triomphe on a self-guided tour, Visitors can marvel at the sheer size and detail of the Arc from ground level, and take the elevator or climb 284 steps to the roof terrace at the top. Take in 360° panoramic views of Paris, and marvel at the circulating muddle of traffic in the roundabout below
Enjoy a 24-hour hop-on, hop-off sightseeing bus tour of Paris with our Discover Ticket! See all the famous sights from the top deck of our open-top double-decker buses and enjoy an entertaining pre-recorded commentary from our virtual guides.
Trocadéro is one of Paris’s most iconic viewpoints, offering stunning panoramic views of the Eiffel Tower. Located across the River Seine, this spacious plaza and its surrounding gardens are the perfect spot for photos and a relaxing stroll while taking in the beauty of the city.
The Champs-Élysées is Paris’s most famous avenue, stretching from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. Lined with theatres, cafés, and flagship stores, it’s a vibrant boulevard perfect for shopping, dining, and soaking up the city’s lively atmosphere.
The Eiffel Tower is Paris’s most iconic landmark and a global symbol of France. Standing proudly along the River Seine, this architectural masterpiece offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city from its observation decks and is a must-visit for every traveler.
Notre-Dame Cathedral is a masterpiece of French Gothic architecture, renowned for its stunning façade, intricate sculptures, and magnificent stained-glass rose windows. Located on Île de la Cité, it remains one of Paris’s most historic and treasured landmarks.
The Louvre Pyramid is the modern glass entrance to the world-famous Louvre Museum. Set within the historic courtyard of the former royal palace, it beautifully contrasts contemporary design with classic architecture and marks the gateway to one of the world’s greatest art collections.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour duration is approx. 2 hours, 15 mins. Buses depart every 10-20 mins.
- The stop for Arc de Triomphe is Stop 8: Champs-Elysées. The Arc de Triomphe is open daily between 10am - 9pm. Free admission for those under 18 and 18-to-25-year old's who are EU citizens and/or residents.
- The cruise, operated by our partner Les Bateaux Parisiens, departs from Pontoon No. 3, Port de la Bourdonnais (near Stop #8: Eiffel Tower), every 45 minutes from 10:30am to 9:00pm.
- Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your bus ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.
Reviews(15)
The bus driver tried to run me over and was a total danger on the road with no regard for traffic laws. A real threat to those around. This company absolutely does not care about people's safety and is just there to make money, even if it puts others' lives at risk. AVOID AT ALL COSTS.
We always appreciate the Hop-on-Hop-Off Buses and tend to use this mode of tour in every city we visit. You get a brief history and the lay of the land, covering more territory than you could on foot. Having the ability to get on and off is a plus. Would highly recommend.
Unfortunately I participated in this tour. Started at the opera. The ticket should have cost the sellers 49,- T€uro, on which came 20% discount. 100% electric was advertised, but the 1. Buss was 100% diesel so a lie! The reasons for the poor rating are: there are only 10 stops, but several places on the bus are additionally recommended to look, stops are announced very badly. I wanted to get off at stop 6, but when I announced that stop 6 was the bus just left, and I couldn't get off until stop 7. The rest I had to walk back. Partly white, the bus often runs routes Double, but it does not reach other sights. The announcement on the bus is random, I walked from stop 9 back to 8, but on the bus a different story was told on this route and other things like, The beach volleyball and blind football was played at stop 9 at Olympics 2024 was missing in the 2nd. Buss complete. Conclusion: Price/performance expensive, poorly implemented, lied at 100% electric, different announcements in the buses. too few stops and the bus should also wait there and not leave prematurely, bad route!
Dear customer, we apologize for the experience you had on our tour. We will address the issues mentioned and make necessary improvements for future tours. Currently we have 85% of our route 100% electric and we proud have been the first one having a fully electric double decker bus. We announce "en route to a 100%" Thank you for bringing this to our attention and we hope to have the opportunity to make it up to you in the future.
I would not recommend BigBus tour. It is expensive and it was always full on the top deck. Inside below you don't see much. Because people want a seat upstairs the sphere with other passengers also becomes tense. All Tootbus busses we saw had plenty of space upstairs so BigBus just sells more than they can handle...
We apologize for any inconvenience you experienced on our tour. We value your feedback and are constantly working to improve our service. We hope to have the opportunity to make it up to you in the future.
It was a fantastic experience. The bus tour was perfect. Audio was well done. Stops were the right ones. On and off was really easy. And Paris is simply a beautiful and clean city. We would not advise the river cruise. Just do the bus tour.
We had to pay 98 euros for 2 people. A ridiculous price for this round of Paris on a rock-hard seat in a crowded bus. In addition, the card would be valid for 24 hours... well if you can only use it between - what was it - 09.45 and 17.30 then I think that is a fraud. So no, disgusting, never again.
Hi yg791. Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a review. Our one day tickets are valid for 24 hours during our operational hours from the moment you start using them, so if you start using them in the afternoon, they will be valid until the following day in the afternoon. We regret any inconvenience that has arisen. Our aim is to ensure that every guest has an enjoyable experience, and we would like to investigate how we can improve the circumstances for you. If you are willing, please reach out to us using the live chat feature in the app or visit our contact page on the official website. We look forward to your feedback. Best wishes, Razvan from Big Bus
The buses came on a regular basis. The map and earphones were helpful. It was great to ride around the entire circuit to acclimate to the area. Then we got off near Notre-Dame after a total circuit. We got back on and rode to the Arc de Triomphe. I have been to Paris before, but never went to the top of the Arc. It was great. We took the Seine river cruise on a day when the weather was better. A good value, even if you've been to Paris before.
Hi Barbara_S, thank you for your feedback. It's great to hear you enjoyed your experience with us. We'd love the chance to welcome you aboard and share a new city with you one day soon! Best, Denisa from Big Bus Tours
Great ride with my 10-year-old daughter. We took our ticket on the Champs Elysées in Arc de Triomphe. The seller, Hocine, was super, very clear in his explanations, thanks to him, it made us want to do this activity. We went all the way around (about 2 hours), and listened to the information about the monuments with helmets handed over to the boarding of the bus. My daughter loved it, she learned a lot about Paris and its monuments. And I'm angels! Bravo!
I was happy with the Arc de Triomphe. I thought I paid for River Cruise.as mentioned in the description however it was not. Included. Had to pay seperately so went will another providor. Nor did anyone explain even tho its a 24 hr bus ticket that the ticket was not valid at night. Would have been good to know.. Dissappointed.
Dear Jenny, We're sorry to hear that you found te information abotu BIg B us experince not clear enough. We are constantly working on improving the communication. Thank you for your feedback; we hope that your experience here will not deter you from hop-on/hop-off experiences in other cities. Warm regards,
The office was closed when we arrived so we did not take the tour. None of the information I received indicated the office would close at 5:30 especially since we expected to take an evening cruise and go up to the Arc in the evening as well. I hope my money is refunded. They offered a different day after I contacted them but I already have plans for that day.
Dear Guest, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service, so we are disappointed to hear that your visit with us was anything less than satisfactory. Regards
