Arc de Triomphe Self-Guided Visit with Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off: Explore Iconic Paris Landmarks
2.8
15 Ratings
Combine a self-guided visit to the iconic Arc de Triomphe with a hop-on hop-off bus tour of Paris. Marvel at the views from the top of the Arc and explore the city's top landmarks on a Big Bus tour.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Red line (Route)

Operating Schedule: You can hop on and off from our Paris Red Route tour from 10 different stops. Tune in to our pre-recorded commentary, available in 11 languages via complimentary headphones.

Customers are advised to visit our website or download our app to find out more about updated service information.

1. Eiffel Tower
Quai Branly

2. Champ de Mars Eiffel Tower
Avenue Joseph Bouvard

3. Palais Garnier
15 rue Scribe

4. Musée du Louvre
Near Pont des Arts

5. Notre Dame
3, rue Lagrange

6. Musée d’Orsay
Facing Orsay Museum

7. Champs-Élysées
Stop 5 - Arc de Triomphe (Facing 156 avenue des Champs-Elysées)

8. Grand Palais
Avenue Winston Churchill

9. Trocadéro
Avenue Paul Doumer

10. 11 Av. de l’Opéra
Big Bus Information Center (Interchange point)

Points of Interest

  • Louvre Museum

  • Seine River

  • Eiffel Tower

  • Palais Garnier

  • Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

  • Musee d’Orsay

  • Arc de Triomphe

  • Grand Palais

What's Included
  • 24 or 48-hour unlimited Hop-on Hop-off access
  • Arc de Triomphe entry included
  • Audio commentary in 11 languages
  • Explore with a hop-on hop-off bus tour
  • Complimentary map and headphones
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Admission to the landmarks
Additional Information

Experience the quintessential Parisian activities with this fresh tour package that includes a self-guided walk around the famous Arc de Triomphe and a city tour on a hop-on hop-off bus. Appreciate the substantial size and intricate detailing of the Arc from the base, then either take the lift or ascend the 284 stairs to the rooftop terrace. From there, enjoy a full circle, breathtaking view of Paris, as well as the fascinating traffic chaos on the roundabout beneath. On the open-top, two-story Big Bus, you’ll get picturesque views of renowned Paris attractions like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Moulin Rouge and others, all accompanied by enlightening audio descriptions. Navigate around the city with ease using the two uncomplicated routes, and get off at any of the 15 convenient stops whenever you wish.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Susan_w
Jun 14, 2024
Arc Views - Enjoyed the view from the top! Lots of stairs but worth the climb. At 6:30pm you can see the presentation to the unknown soldier
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Mek05
May 26, 2024
Good way to see Paris - We were lucky and had good weather and sat on top in the open air, the bus driver was helpful in answering questions and this is a great way to see Paris. We did not get off and we saw most of the sites we wanted to, grab a brochure and headphones and hang on, the traffic is horrendous but the bus driver did a great job. We didn’t see one accident but I would never want to drive in Paris, thank you Big Bus!
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Sharon_h
Mar 18, 2024
I enjoyed the tour. I walk with a cane and the staff was quick to help me through the line and to an elevator. - I found that the story of the Arc de Triomphe shows the pride of the French. I loved being able to see the city from the roof from several vantage points. I took photos and found the view breathtaking.
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E4875nhgabrielm
Sep 24, 2023
excellent - Everything was very good, the people were super attentive both on the bus and collaborators, and Marcela was the excellent guide.
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Patricia_v
May 8, 2023
Excellent - Was very informative however the 500 steps to get up there and down hurt. I didn’t know there were that many steps up. But it was beautiful once u got there.
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Lori_k
May 28, 2024
Paris tour - The tour was okay, a few of the voice boxes did not work, so had to jump around to find one that worked properly. Also read the fine print, the tours stop awfully early and you may not have transport, we got stranded at the Effile Tower and had to take a taxi back to our hotel.
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Douglas_s
Jun 16, 2023
We enjoyed the Arc tour... - We enjoyed the Arc tour and the use of the Hop-on hop-off, but what it took to get the bus tickets and then the Arc tickets from the BigBus company was aggravating. The tour operator never responded to contacts thru Viator, and direct with Viator. I only received bus tickets after spending hours in contact with Viator, and finally in chat with BigBus. On the day of the tour I received the bus vouchers at 2:30pm. Then you have to get to their office to get the Arc tickets, and only one of four were initially created. We did not get to the Arc until after 6 and BigBus shuts down the route at 6 , so no return transportation thru them. Suggest another tour operator for Arc tickets etc.
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Flemmingh0ltn
May 19, 2024
Bad service - Had bought a ticket for Big Bus tours in Paris. There are no stops on both sides of the road, which means that you have to go around with the same tour several times if you have got off and walked around. We sat on a trip for 45 minutes without any stops because the driver did not drive the route that was in their program. At 18.15 the driver stopped the trip and asked everyone to get off the bus as she was not going to drive any more, even though the website says that they run until 8.30 p.m. It does not respond to complaints about their website.
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Sara_m
Apr 5, 2024
Don't book with viator. Terrible customer service - Don't book with viator! On the app it said my 48h excursion started on 31 march and was for only 24h; I thought I recalled I bought it to start on 30 march. Contacted viator by WhatsApp, they said it was indeed 31 March and 24h. When I went to get the tickets big bus said it had started on 31 march and was for 48h. Sent all of this and the screenshot of the conversation with viator and was denied a partial refund!
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My2wa
Dec 16, 2023
Avoid this company - Booked the tour for the day. We started at the eiffel tower and needed to return there. It was about 430 when we boarded to make our way back but at 5pm the bus driver stopped and said they were done for the day and made everyone get off. He just dumped us. I am not familiar with Paris and it was dark so it was very upsetting. We had to get an uber back to our starting point which took 40 minutes and cost about $50. I would never use this company again. This is absolutely terrible to strand people. Especially when they advertise that their buses run until 8pm and it was only 5! Use a different company that will care about your welfare.
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