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Paris: Arc de Triomphe Ticket & Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Tour

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Discover Paris' rich history and iconic landmarks on a Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off tour, including admission to the Arc de Triomphe. Complete your experience with a scenic cruise along the Seine River.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Audio guide
    Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
  • Live guiding
    English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Valid
    1-2 days
  • Includes
    • 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off ticket aboard an open-top, double-decker bus
    • Arc de Triomphe entry with timed/dated ticket
    • 1-hour Seine River Cruise (if option selected)
    • Audio commentary in multiple languages
    • Souvenir headphones provided
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Enjoy admission to the Arc de Triomphe with a timed entry ticket
  • Discover Paris in style on a hop-on, hop-off double decker bus tour
  • Upgrade for a 1-hour live-guided boat tour on the River Seine
  • Discover the history of Paris with engaging on-board audio commentary
  • Explore top sights of Paris including Notre Dame, Eiffel Tower & Champs Elysees

Description

Experience the best of Paris on a Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour, including admission to the Arc de Triomphe. Relax on an open-top, double-decker bus while enjoying engaging audio commentary that brings the city’s rich history to life. The ticket includes timed entry to the Arc de Triomphe, where you can discover the history behind this monumental Roman-inspired arch. Constructed as a memorial to those who fought and died during the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars, the Arc de Triomphe stands as a symbol of France’s resilience and history.

The Hop-on, Hop-off tour takes you from the Trocadéro to the Louvre and Musée d'Orsay, offering stunning views of iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Montmartre, and more. Hop off to explore historical monuments and museums at your own pace.

The full sightseeing tour lasts 2 hours 15 minutes with buses arriving every 10-20 minutes. Many visitors choose to complete one full loop before deciding where to hop off for a closer look. Whether you wish to snap a photo at the Eiffel Tower overlooking the Seine River or enjoy panoramic views from the top deck, you can customize your experience.

Upgrade for a 1-hour river cruise showcasing Paris' best riverside landmarks. Marvel at beautiful monuments and iconic bridges, while an audio guide explains their cultural and historical significance.

Good to know before you go
  • You can begin your hop-on, hop-off tour from any of the Big Bus stops:
  • 1. Louvre-Pyramide/Big Bus Info Centre - 11 Avenue de l'Opéra
  • 2. Louvre/Pont des Arts - 56 Quai François Mitterrand
  • 3. Notre Dame - 3 Rue Lagrange
  • 4. Musée d'Orsay - 58 Place Henry de Montherlant
  • 5. Champs-Élysées - 156 Avenue des Champs-Élysées
  • 6. Grand Palais - Avenue Winston Churchill
  • 7. Iena - Avenue Iéna
  • 8. Tour Eiffel - Quai Branly, Entrée 2
  • 10. Opéra Garnier - Facing 15 Rue Scribe
  • 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.
  • All buses have a ramp for wheelchair access.
Meeting point

Arc de Triomphe Ticket & 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Arc de Triomphe Ticket, 24-Hr Hop-on Hop-off & River Cruise

Arc de Triomphe Ticket, 48-Hr Hop-on Hop-off & River Cruise

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    18-99 years
  • Youth
    13-17 years
  • Children
    4-12 years
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