Paris open-top buses stop at the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Notre-Dame, the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Élysées. Get off at any stop and catch the next bus.
Our top pick: Paris: Tootbus Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional River Cruise
| Tootbus | Big Bus | |
|---|---|---|
| Tickets | 24, 48, 72 h | 24, 48, 72 h |
| Seine cruise | Optional | Optional |
| GetYourGuide rating | 4.4/5, nearly 18,000 | 4.4/5, over 16,000 |
Ratings checked October 2026; the booking page shows today’s price.
Paris bus tickets compared
Paris: Tootbus Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional River Cruise
4.4/5 from nearly 18,000 reviews.
Why book online
- Free cancellation on most tickets, usually up to 24 hours before
- Reserved time slot: no queue at the ticket desk
- Mobile ticket on your phone
- Reviews from verified travelers
Bus + boat: the cruise add-on shows the same landmarks from the Seine, often for a small extra.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best hop on hop off bus in Paris?
Tootbus and Big Bus run similar routes past the main landmarks. Compare ticket length, the Seine cruise option and recent reviews.
How long does the full Paris loop take?
About two hours without getting off, depending on traffic.
Batobus Paris
Batobus Paris explained: the hop-on hop-off river boat on the Seine, stops near the main landmarks, 24h or 48h passes, tips and how it compares with the bus.
Read guide
Orly to Paris
Orly airport to Paris: the former Orlybus, metro line 14, tram T7, shared shuttle and private transfer. Journey options, luggage and tips by arrival time.
Read guide
Roissybus
Roissybus explained: the direct bus from Charles de Gaulle airport to Opéra, journey time, and alternatives (RER B, shuttles, private transfer) by arrival time.
Read guide
Seine river cruise
Seine river cruise in Paris: independent comparison of the sightseeing companies (Bateaux Mouches, Vedettes du Pont Neuf, Batobus), piers, duration and bus combos.
Read guide
Some links are affiliate links: if you book through them we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It funds the research behind this site.
