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● Hop-on Hop-off • Open-Top • 28 Stops

SEE MORE. FEEL MORE. RIDE RED.

The legendary Big Red Tour — open-top buses, sunset decks, night lights and red-rock escapes. One ticket. Three routes. Unlimited hop-on hop-off freedom from sunrise to neon midnight.

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★ 4.9 / 8,421 reviews
◷ Every 15 min
◉ 12 languages audio
BIG RED TOUR • SINCE 1998 • RIDE RED •
Big Red open-top tour bus
$39 Day Pass

Unlimited hop-on hop-off + night lights upgrade + free city map + poncho if it rains. Kids under 5 ride free.

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RIDE RED • HOP-ON HOP-OFF • 28 STOPS • SUNSET DECK • NIGHT LIGHTS • RED ROCK ADVENTURE • RIDE RED • HOP-ON HOP-OFF • 28 STOPS • SUNSET DECK • NIGHT LIGHTS • RED ROCK ADVENTURE • 
01 / ABOUT

Not just a bus.
It's the Big Red legend.

Since 1998 we've carried 12 million riders on bright red double-deckers. Locals wave. Tourists cheer. Pigeons respectfully move aside.

City panorama from open-top bus

Open-top freedom, city at eye level

Big Red Tour was born from a simple idea: the best way to feel a city is from the top deck, wind in your hair, skyline all around. No windows, no filters — just 360° views, live guides and curated audio stories in 12 languages.

Double-deckerLive guide12 languagesFree WiFi

Our fleet of 42 buses runs on cleaner fuel, with retractable roofs, phone chargers at every seat, and the friendliest drivers in town. From first-time visitors to lifelong locals, everyone sees something new from the top.

Red rock adventure tour

From downtown neon to red rocks

City icons by day, desert glow by sunset. Big Red Tour connects downtown highlights, historic districts, waterfront, museums — and our famous Red Canyon sunset extension.

12M+Riders since 1998
28Hop-on stops
42Red buses
4.9★Average rating
02 / ROUTES & TOURS

Pick your red ride

Three signature loops + two special editions. One ticket unlocks all. Buses every 12-15 minutes, 9AM to 11PM.

Downtown loop
12 STOPS90 MIN LOOP

Downtown Icons Loop

Old Town, City Hall, Museum Mile, Central Market, Theater District, Riverwalk. Live commentary + photo stops.

$39$55
Book downtown
Night lights tour
10 STOPSNIGHT 7-11PM

Night Lights Special

Neon skyline, illuminated bridges, rooftop views, secret lookout. Blankets + hot cocoa included. Most romantic ride.

$49$65
Book night
Red rock sunset
6 STOPSSUNSET 4H

Red Rock Sunset Escape

Leave the city for crimson canyons, scenic overlooks, sunset picnic and stargazing return. Small group, pro photographer.

$89$110
Book sunset
★ ALL-DAY COMBO: All 3 routes + night upgrade for $69 (save $68). Hop unlimited 48h.Get combo
03 / EXPERIENCE

How hop-on hop-off works

No stress, no timetables to memorize. Just flag red, hop on, hop off, repeat.

Passengers on open-top bus
⟡ Insider tip: Sit on the right side for best skyline photos on Downtown Loop, left side for sunset on Red Rock route.
1

GRAB YOUR E-TICKET

Book online in 60 seconds. Show QR to driver — no printing. Kids under 5 free, no ticket needed.

2

FIND A RED STOP

Look for tall red flags with “BIG RED TOUR”. 28 stops across city. Live bus tracker in your ticket email.

3

HOP ON TOP DECK

Plug in audio (12 languages), grab free map + headphones. Roof opens when sunny, closes when rainy — ride always goes.

4

HOP OFF & EXPLORE

Museums, food markets, viewpoints — stay as long as you want. Next red bus every 15 min to continue.

5

SUNSET & NIGHT UPGRADE

Stay aboard after 7PM for Night Lights at no extra queue. Blankets, city stories and skyline magic.

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05 / LOVE LETTERS

8,421 five-star shouts

★★★★★

“Best $39 we spent all trip! Hopped off for tacos, hopped on for sunset. Driver Mike is a legend — history, jokes, perfect photo stops.”

— Sarah & Tom, Chicago
★★★★★

“Night Lights tour made me cry (happy tears). City glowing, blanket, cocoa, live guitar on board. Book the top front seats!”

— Amélie, Paris
★★★★★

“Red Rock Sunset Escape is unreal. Crimson cliffs, picnic, stars on way back. Felt like two vacations in one day.”

— James, Austin
06 / TICKETS

Simple pricing, zero fine print

All tickets include unlimited hop-on hop-off, audio guide, WiFi, map. Cancel free up to 24h.

DAY PASS

$39

Perfect for first-timers

  • 1 day unlimited Downtown Loop
  • 12 languages audio
  • Free map + headphones
  • Buses every 15 min
Choose Day
MOST POPULAR

48H COMBO + NIGHT

$69

City + sunset + night

  • 48h all 3 routes unlimited
  • Night Lights included
  • Red Rock discount $20
  • Priority boarding
  • Free poncho & cocoa
Choose Combo

RED ROCK SUNSET

$89

Small-group adventure

  • 4-hour sunset escape
  • Picnic + photographer
  • National park fees incl.
  • Stargazing return
Choose Sunset
07 / FAQ

Good questions

Where do I board? +
Any of 28 red-flag stops. Most popular: Central Station (Stop 1), Old Town Square (Stop 7), Riverwalk Pier (Stop 14). Show QR, hop on. Live tracker link comes with ticket.
What if it rains? +
We ride rain or shine! Roof closes in 30 seconds, free ponchos aboard. Sunset tour may shift 1 hour for best light — we text you.
Are buses accessible? +
Yes — low-floor boarding, wheelchair spaces, audio induction loops. Foldable strollers welcome. Service dogs ride free.
Can I bring food & drinks? +
Snacks and bottled drinks yes (top deck picnic approved!). No glass, no alcohol except guided evening tasting tour.
How long is the full loop without hopping off? +
Downtown 90 min, Night 75 min, Red Rock 4h. Most guests hop 4-6 times and spend 5-7 hours total. Combo valid 48h so no rush.
08 / JOURNAL & NEWS

Fresh from the red road

Route updates, secret stops, seasonal tours and rider stories. Click any story to read full article.

Big Red bus news

New 2026 routes dropping soon — stay tuned!

We are painting three new buses and scouting secret viewpoints. News lands here first.

Night tour

Top 7 photo spots from the top deck

Right side vs left side, golden hour secrets and where drivers slow down for you.

Road trip

Hop-on hop-off like a pro: 1-day perfect itinerary

28 stops is a lot. Here is the 7-stop best-of loop our guides recommend.

09 / CONTACT

Hop on, say hi

Groups, birthdays, weddings on top deck? Private red bus hire from $299. Reply within 2h, 7 days a week.

Big Red Tour crew
STOP 1 HQ
1 Red Square, Central Station
9AM – 11PM daily
CREW LINE
Daily 8AM-10PM
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