North Pole Express Double Decker Bus Tour Grapevine
About this activity
Ride a festive double-decker bus through Grapevine's Christmas lights with Santa, his elf, and the conductor. Enjoy hot chocolate, a cookie, carols, and keepsakes.
Highlights
- Dazzling holiday lights in Highland Park
- Festive double-decker bus tour
- Meet Santa, his Cheerful Elf and Whimsical Conductor
- Enjoy rich hot chocolate and sweet cookies
- Take home a Golden Ticket and Christmas Hat of Cheer
Full description
The North Pole Express Grapevine is a festive double-decker bus ride filled with Christmas lights, laughter, and surprises. Board at Elmer's Home Services lot on W Northwest Hwy (free parking) and settle into cozy booth seating on the upper deck of a climate-controlled bus with a glass ceiling and a restroom on board. Your Golden Ticket brings you face-to-face with Santa, his Cheerful Elf, and the Whimsical Conductor, who fill the 60 to 75 minute ride with stories, songs, and giggles. Sip hot chocolate, enjoy a fresh cookie, and take home a Christmas hat, sleigh bell, and North Pole sticker. The route features holiday lights and includes Main Street when open to traffic. Please note: this is a private double-decker bus tour on public streets, operated by Tea Around Town Dallas Inc. and ticketed by TopView. It is not affiliated with the Grapevine Vintage Railroad's North Pole Express train, the City of Grapevine, or the Grapevine CVB.
Get ready for a heartwarming holiday adventure the whole family will love! The North Pole Express Grapevine is a festive double-decker bus ride filled with Christmas lights, laughter, and surprises around every corner. Your Golden Ticket brings you face-to-face with Santa, his Cheerful Elf, and the Whimsical Conductor of the magical bus, who fill the ride with stories, songs, and giggles for kids and grown-ups alike. Sip delicious hot chocolate, enjoy a freshly baked cookie, and take home special keepsakes: a Christmas Hat of Cheer, sleigh bell, and North Pole sticker. Disclaimer: The North Pole Express Bus Tour is a private sightseeing experience operated by Tea Around Town Dallas Inc. and ticketed via TopView. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the City of Grapevine, the Grapevine Vintage Railroad (GVRR), or the Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau, and is entirely separate from the Grapevine Vintage Railroad's North Pole Express train excursion.
Included / Excluded
- Visit with Santa, his Cheerful Elf, and the Whimsical Conductor
- Hot chocolate and a chocolate chip cookie
- Booth seating on the upper deck of a climate-controlled bus
- Golden Ticket and a secret present from Santa (sleigh bell)
- Christmas hat, kids stickers, and a North Pole Express gift bag
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to the departure point
- Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Start Location
North Pole Express Grapevine Departure - Elmers Home Services lot
340 W Northwest Hwy, Grapevine, TX 76051, USA
Departs from the Elmer's Home Services parking lot, 340 W Northwest Hwy, Grapevine, TX 76051. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to park and walk to the departure point; the bus leaves promptly. The ride returns to the same location.
Get directions →Operating hours
- Sunday04:00 PM, 06:00 PM
- Monday04:00 PM, 06:00 PM
- Tuesday04:00 PM, 06:00 PM
- Wednesday04:00 PM, 06:00 PM
- Thursday04:00 PM, 06:00 PM
- Friday04:00 PM, 06:00 PM
- Saturday04:00 PM, 06:00 PM
Important information
Know before you book
- Mobile e-pass accepted; no printed ticket needed
- Seasonal departures run Nov 14, 2026 to Jan 3, 2027
- Booth seating is shared; private tables are not guaranteed
- For accessibility needs, email support@topviewtix.com before booking
- All tickets are non-refundable
Know before you go
- Arrive at least 15 minutes early; the bus leaves promptly and cannot wait for late guests
- Free parking for guests at the Elmer's Home Services lot, 340 W Northwest Hwy
- Infants under 2 ride free on the lap of a guardian (16+)
- Gluten-free and dairy-free options on request; tell the conductor about any allergies
- A restroom is available on board
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. Tickets are non-refundable.