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The Big Bus

All Over The City, Hong Kong, China
852-27232108
Ranked #82 of 367 attractions in Hong Kong
4.0 of 5 stars 33 Reviews
Type: Public Transportation Systems
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Wheelchair access
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Torquay, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

During our short stay in Hong Kong we decided that a guided tour was going to be the best way to see as much of the area as possible. We researched on the Internet and found the big bus company, with it's tours of, Kowloon, Hong Kong and on to Hong Kong Island, this looked ideal! Stepping off the hotel... More

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Hong Kong, China
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

Not a bad tourist option, but the tram might just beat it. More adventurous travelers would be well served by a few tram rides and some walking More

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Andyjackson2223, Manager at The Big Bus, responded to this review
29 April 2012

Thank you for your review Dustin; it always helps us to improve our service. Taking the tram is a great way to get around Hong Kong Island and Central. But it falls well short of the target when it comes to tourism. Basically, all you'll see are shop lined streets, and if you're not from HK, you won't have a... More

Georgetown, Malaysia
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

Good value and one of the best way to see Hong Kong and its neighborhood. The open top bus (Hong Kong Island Tour) takes you to Hong Kong's famous landmarks including Golden Bauhinia Square, Man Mo Temple, Lan Kwai Fong and the Lower Peak Tram Terminus (with free priority Tram Tickets). You can hop-on and hop-off at any break points... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

Drivers dont understand english a bit and talk very harshly :( if u ask about the fare and distance they will get angry and just say to pay the full fare where ever u going for mid pf the route More

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Andyjackson2223, Manager at The Big Bus, responded to this review
1 May 2012

.Dear Anonymous, I'm sorry to hear of your experience. I think that you have mixed us up with our rival company. I agree that sometimes, all drivers, from whatever company in HK can seem a little brash; but this is purely a cultural thing and is not meant to offend. It is just one of the Cantonese characteristics, as is... More

Planatation
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

H.K. was the end of our 6 week trip so we wanted to relax.This turned out to be perfect for us as we took all 3 bus tours. We were not told, but found out by chance, that your ticket to Victoria Peak is included so you don't have to wait in the long line. Ask lots of questions and... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

It was a shocking terrible experience with the bus driver, he was super duper FREAKING RUDE and shouted us to get out the bus when we entered and ask as if we need to buy tickets or can use octopus card to ride. Furthermore when we asked where can we buy the tickets, it was another surprise that the bus... More

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greece
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012

Ok the price was very good, 35 euros for 48 hours, all three loops, the night tour, 4 star ferry tickets, and a sampan cruise on Aberdeen. But we had to wait for the bus for a long time, almost everytime. One time we had wait for 45 minutes. The staff were polite and helpful, helping me fold and carry... More

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Hong Kong, China
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2012
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It is expensive in comparison to other local hop on hop off tour bus. I recommend using the other one. But that one is not with open roof. Do that if you are in HK only for 1-2 days and want to see all the attractions. More

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Alice springs
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Great tour to do. Get the two day tour if you have the time. Get off and on any time you need. If going up The Peak you can get quicker access as a result of being on the bus tour. Good idea of having the head phones and commentary. They supply head phones and rain poncho's if needed. Only... More

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L'Orignal, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012
3
people found this review helpful

We had two nights and three days in Hong Kong. Before we left home I had done some research and decided with limited time we needed a tour. The Big Bus tour company was value for money. Our two day tickets include three routes, the Peak tram tickets and Sky terrace at the Peak, ferry rides across the harbour, a... More

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