Discover Ticket
Discover Boston's famous landmarks, fascinating colonial history and unique culture with our Discover Ticket. This includes a single-ride pass for our Boston bus tour, which takes you through must-see neighborhoods like historic Downtown, North End, Beacon Hill, Back Bay, the Theater District, Waterfront and Charlestown. Sit back and relax on our open-top double-decker bus while our expert live guide points out iconic landmarks, including Massachusetts State House, Boston Common, Beacon Hill, the USS Constitution, and many more.
Please note: This ticket is not a hop-on, hop-off ticket. Tours operate Wednesday–Sunday, with departures from Stop #1 (New England Aquarium) between 9:00am–4:00pm. Tour duration is 90 minutes (approx.)
Discover Ticket: valid for a single panoramic journey. Hop on at Stop #1 (New England Aquarium).
Essential Ticket: valid for 1 day of hop-on, hop-off sightseeing, during operating hours. Hop on at any stop.
Explore Ticket: valid for 2 days of hop-on, hop-off sightseeing, during operating hours. Hop on at any stop.
Please note: This ticket is not a hop-on, hop-off ticket. Tours operate Wednesday–Sunday, with departures from Stop #1 (New England Aquarium) between 9:00am–4:00pm. Tour duration is 90 minutes (approx.)
Discover Ticket: valid for a single panoramic journey. Hop on at Stop #1 (New England Aquarium).
Essential Ticket: valid for 1 day of hop-on, hop-off sightseeing, during operating hours. Hop on at any stop.
Explore Ticket: valid for 2 days of hop-on, hop-off sightseeing, during operating hours. Hop on at any stop.
Discover Boston's famous landmarks, fascinating colonial history and unique culture with our Discover Ticket. This includes a single-ride pass for our Boston bus tour, which takes you through must-see neighborhoods like historic Downtown, North End, Beacon Hill, Back Bay, the Theater District, Waterfront and Charlestown. Sit back and relax on our open-top double-decker bus while our expert live guide points out iconic landmarks, including Massachusetts State House, Boston Common, Beacon Hill, the USS Constitution, and many more.
Please note: This ticket is not a hop-on, hop-off ticket. Tours operate Wednesday–Sunday, with departures from Stop #1 (New England Aquarium) between 9:00am–4:00pm. Tour duration is 90 minutes (approx.)
Discover Ticket: valid for a single panoramic journey. Hop on at Stop #1 (New England Aquarium).
Essential Ticket: valid for 1 day of hop-on, hop-off sightseeing, during operating hours. Hop on at any stop.
Explore Ticket: valid for 2 days of hop-on, hop-off sightseeing, during operating hours. Hop on at any stop.
Please note: This ticket is not a hop-on, hop-off ticket. Tours operate Wednesday–Sunday, with departures from Stop #1 (New England Aquarium) between 9:00am–4:00pm. Tour duration is 90 minutes (approx.)
Discover Ticket: valid for a single panoramic journey. Hop on at Stop #1 (New England Aquarium).
Essential Ticket: valid for 1 day of hop-on, hop-off sightseeing, during operating hours. Hop on at any stop.
Explore Ticket: valid for 2 days of hop-on, hop-off sightseeing, during operating hours. Hop on at any stop.
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AdultFrom US$44.99
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Child 3–12From US$28.99
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Panoramic Tour
Our panoramic Boston bus tour follows our Red Loop, taking you through Boston's unique neighborhoods. Hop on at Stop #1, take a seat on the top deck, and enjoy incredible views of Boston landmarks like Massachusetts State House, Boston Common, Beacon Hill, the USS Constitution, and many more. As the city unfolds before you, our live guide will share their expert Boston knowledge, jokes and stories. Please note: our panoramic bus tour is not a hop-on, hop-off bus tour. The tour begins and ends at Stop #1, with a duration of 90 minutes (approx.)
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Red Loop
Discover must-see Boston sights like the Massachusetts State House, Boston Common, Beacon Hill, the USS Constitution, and many more.
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FAQs
Do I need to choose a date for my tour?
Yes – when you book, you will need to select the date you’d like to hop on the bus. If you’re touring with us for more than one day, your ticket must be used across consecutive days, and the date you select at time of booking should be the first day of your tour. Some tours also require you to select a time of travel, to secure your seat. If your ticket has extra inclusions, you may also need to book dates and times for these inclusions after your purchase is complete via our Booking Portal. For more information, please see the instructions on your booking confirmation email.
Where can I buy tickets for the tour?
You can purchase tickets on this website and from the Big Bus Tours on-street sales teams at Stop #1 (New England Aquarium) and at Stop #5 (MA Transportation Bldg / Big Bus Ticket Office)
Is tour commentary available in my language?
Our Boston bus tours feature a live, English-speaking guide, sharing entertaining insights about the history, culture and architecture of the city. Learn more on our Tour Commentary page.
Where can I hop on the bus?
Stop #1 (New England Aquarium). Please visit our Find a Bus Stop page to see a map of our route.
When do bus tours start and finish?
The first bus departs Stop #1 (New England Aquarium) at 9:00am. The last bus departs Stop #1 at 4:00pm.
Tell me about Big Bus Tours Boston
Big Bus Tours offers entertaining sightseeing tours of Boston on open-top, double-decker buses, passing famous landmarks like the USS Constitution, Boston Common, Massachusetts State House, Faneuil Hall and more. During your tour, you can listen to our expert live guides who will share fascinating facts and stories about Boston.
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