Las Vegas Strip and Downtown Las Vegas
Big Bus Las Vegas sightseeing tickets from $58
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Big Bus Las Vegas provides elevated views of the Las Vegas Strip, the Arts District, and Downtown Las Vegas from an open-top double-decker sightseeing bus.
The daytime Red Route allows passengers to leave the bus at designated stops, explore nearby attractions, and board a later bus when ready to continue. Guests who prefer a continuous overview can remain aboard for the complete circuit.
Panoramic evening tours show the Strip and Downtown after dark. The standard Evening Tour focuses on illuminated Las Vegas landmarks, while the Neon Museum Night Tour adds a Welcome Sign photo stop and admission to the Neon Museum.
Recorded audio commentary in English and Spanish shares information about resorts, landmarks, neighborhoods, and Las Vegas history along the route.
Big Bus works well for first-time visitors, families, couples, groups, and travelers comparing sightseeing options with other Las Vegas tours and attractions.
Big Bus Tours Las Vegas Quick Facts
- Starting Price: Daytime hop-on hop-off tickets from $58.
- Tour Areas: Las Vegas Strip, Arts District, and Downtown Las Vegas.
- Bus Style: Open-top double-decker bus with enclosed lower-deck seating.
- Day Tour: Hop-on hop-off Red Route.
- Daytime Service: Approximately 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Daytime Frequency: Approximately every 30–60 minutes.
- Complete Daytime Circuit: Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes.
- Night Tour: Continuous panoramic sightseeing rather than hop-on hop-off service.
- Night Tour Length: Approximately 2.5 to 3 hours.
- Commentary: Recorded audio in English and Spanish.
- Child Tickets: Available for passengers ages 3–12.
- Young Children: Children ages 2 and younger ride free.
- Adult Supervision: Children must travel with someone age 16 or older.
- Strollers: Must be folded and stored on the lower deck.
- Food and Drinks: Food is prohibited. Drinks require containers with locking caps.
- Payment: Big Bus Las Vegas operates as a cashless service.
- Accessibility: Lift-equipped buses are available by advance arrangement, but not every vehicle is accessible.
Choose a Big Bus Las Vegas Tour
The supplied ticket link presents several Big Bus options. Prices and availability depend on the selected tour and travel date.
Daytime Hop-On Hop-Off Tour — From $58
Ride the daytime Red Route, leave the bus at active stops, explore nearby landmarks, and reboard during operating hours. Recorded English and Spanish commentary is included.
- Daytime hop-on hop-off sightseeing
- Stops along the Strip and in Downtown Las Vegas
- Approximately 30–60 minutes between buses
- Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes for a complete circuit
Evening Big Bus Tour — From $59
See the Strip and Downtown after dark on a panoramic sightseeing tour. This is a continuous reserved tour rather than daytime-style hop-on hop-off service.
- Panoramic nighttime sightseeing
- Illuminated Strip and Downtown landmarks
- Recorded commentary in English and Spanish
- Approximately 2.5 to 3 hours
Neon Museum Night Tour — From $84
Combine panoramic night sightseeing with a photo stop at the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign and evening admission to the Neon Museum’s outdoor Neon Boneyard.
- Panoramic open-top nighttime sightseeing
- Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign photo stop
- Evening admission to the Neon Museum
- Recorded commentary in English and Spanish
Guided museum tours, the North Gallery, and separate audiovisual presentations are not included unless the selected ticket expressly states otherwise.
How the Daytime Hop-On Hop-Off Tour Works

The daytime Red Route connects major Strip destinations with the Arts District and Downtown Las Vegas. Passengers can begin at any active stop instead of traveling to one mandatory terminal.
The first bus currently leaves the MGM Grand and Showcase Mall area at 10:00 a.m. The last full-circuit departure from that stop is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. Times at other stops differ.
- Hop On and Off: Leave the bus at an active stop and board another bus while your ticket remains valid.
- Stay Aboard: Remain on the bus for a broad overview of the Strip and Downtown.
- Open-Top Views: The upper deck provides elevated views of resorts, signs, architecture, and landmarks.
- Recorded Commentary: Location-based English and Spanish audio adds stories and historical information.
- Flexible Itinerary: Choose which neighborhoods and attractions deserve more time.
Explore the Strip and Downtown at your own pace.
What to Expect on Big Bus Las Vegas
The upper deck provides the widest views but remains exposed to sun, heat, cold, wind, and occasional rain. The enclosed lower deck offers more weather protection and is the practical choice for passengers who cannot use the stairs.
- Designated Stops: Drivers load and unload passengers only at approved Big Bus locations.
- Variable Frequency: Daytime buses usually arrive every 30–60 minutes, but traffic and service changes can increase the wait.
- Mobile Information: The Big Bus app provides stop directions, route details, service alerts, and available live bus tracking.
- Weather Exposure: Sunscreen, sunglasses, water, and secure headwear are useful on the open upper deck.
- Changing Routes: Traffic, road closures, conventions, sporting events, and construction can affect service.
Accessibility and Family Information
Big Bus operates lift-equipped Las Vegas vehicles that can accommodate a combined passenger and mobility-device weight of up to 650 pounds. The entire fleet is not accessible.
Passengers who require an accessible vehicle should contact Big Bus at least 48 hours before the tour and receive confirmation. A voicemail message does not confirm the arrangement.
The upper deck is accessible only by stairs. Passengers with mobility limitations can use the enclosed lower deck, which provides sightseeing windows and access to the recorded commentary.
Children ages 2 and younger ride free. Child tickets apply to ages 3–12. All children must travel with someone age 16 or older. Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stored on the lower deck.
Tips for Riding Big Bus Las Vegas
- Choose daytime tickets for hop-on hop-off sightseeing.
- Choose an evening tour for a continuous panoramic experience.
- Confirm the exact tour, date, departure time, and boarding location before purchase.
- Use the Big Bus app for route information, stop directions, and available live tracking.
- Allow approximately 30–60 minutes between daytime buses.
- Limit the number of hop-offs if you want to complete the full route in one day.
- Bring sun protection and secure lightweight belongings on the upper deck.
- Carry drinks only in containers with locking caps.
- Fold strollers before boarding and store them on the lower deck.
- Arrange an accessible vehicle at least 48 hours before the tour.
- Arrive early for reserved nighttime departures.
- Dress for temperatures that may feel hotter, colder, or windier on the upper deck.
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