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Athens: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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Hop-on hop-off tour
Athens: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
4.3170886 out of 5 stars
4.3
4.3170886 out of 5 stars
3119 reviews
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Discover Athens from an open-top hop-on hop-off double-decker bus, with upgrades for Riviera Beach or Piraeus. See the best of the Greek capital's famous sites while enjoying audio guide commentary.

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Duration 1 - 3 days
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Driver
English
Audio guide included
Spanish, Turkish, Chinese, English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Hebrew, Dutch
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Nadja – Germany

The bus is super convenient and the tours are nice. However what is really stupid is that you can’t look out of the windows clearly when you are seated downstairs which we had to cause it was raining heavily. Most of the windows are covered with pictures that don’t allow you see very well.

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Patrick – Ireland

It was a great tour of athens city.very informative the staf were helpful and our guide was excellent.

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Highlights

  • Explore Athens with a 24-hour, 48-hour or 3-day hop-on hop-off bus pass
  • Marvel at historical landmarks such as the Acropolis and the Parthenon
  • Visit the National Garden, a tranquil oasis located in the heart of the city
  • Discover the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the National Gallery art museum
  • Upgrade your sightseeing experience by adding the Piraeus and Riviera Route

Full description

Experience the Greek capital on a hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour. You’ll travel on an open-top, double-decker bus as you take in the many important sights and attractions of the city.

With the help of the onboard multilingual audio guide you can trace the history and culture of Athens from ancient times to the present day. In addition to the city’s many monuments, you’ll come across a multitude of shopping opportunities along the route. You can visit world-renowned museums and marvel at the ancient temples - the Acropolis and Parthenon.

Athens Route Stops:
Stop 1 - Syntagma Square
Stop 2 - A Acropolis / Plaka
Stop 3 - A Acropolis Museum
Stop 4 - A The Acropolis & Parthenon (Interchange: Piraeus route)
Stop 5 - A Temple of Zeus
Stop 6 - A Parliament / National Gardens
Stop 7 - The Four Museums
Stop 8 - The National Gallery
Stop 9 - A Ancient Olympic Stadium
Stop 9 - B Parliament / National Gardens
Stop 10 - National Library
Stop 11 - National Archaeological Museum
Stop 12 - Omonoia Square
Stop 13 - Karaiskaki Square
Stop 14 - Monastiraki Square
Stop 15 -Kotzia Square

Piraeus Route Stops:
Stop 1 - Pantion University
Stop 2 - Niarchos Foundation
Stop 3 - Municipal Theatre
Stop 4 - Cruise Terminals A & B
Stop 5 - Lions Gate
Stop 6 - Cruise Terminals A & B
Stop 7 - Archaeological Museum of Piraeus
Stop 8 - Votsalakia Beach
Stop 9 - Mikrolimano Harbour
Stop 10 - Planetarium
Stop 11 - Athens Ledra & Intercontinental

Beach & Riviera Route Stops:
Acropolis/Plaka
Pantion University
Niarchos Foundation
Falire/Flisvas
Edem
Ag.Kesmas Beach
Bomo Palace
Asteria Beach
Divani Apollon
Oceanis Beach/ Atrir Palace
Vouliagemi Lake
Pigadakia
Blazer Suites
Glyfada town
Golf
Ag.Kosmas
Kalamki
Poseidon Hotel
Marriot/Planetarium
Grand Hyatt/ Intercontinental
Temple of Zeus

Includes

  • 24-hour, 48-hour or 3-day bus pass (depending on option selected)
  • Access to Athens Line
  • Access to Riviera Beach and Piraeus Routes (if the All Lines tickets are chosen)
  • Audio guide commentary in 13 languages + headphones
  • Free glass of Greek beer
  • Free WiFi
  • Attraction tickets
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Food and drink
  • Tips

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Smoking

Know before you go

  • Athens Route (Terminal: A1 - Syntagma Square): First departure at 8:30am. Last departure at 6:30pm. Duration - 90 minutes. Frequency - every 15 minutes
  • Piraeus Route (Interchange: A4 - Acropolis / Parthenon): First departure at 11am. Last departure at 5pm. Tour duration - 80 minutes. Frequency - every 60 minutes
  • Beach-Riviera Route (Interchange: A2 - Acropolis / PLAKA): First departure at 9am. Last departure at 5pm. Duration - 110 minutes. Frequency - every 60 minutes
  • Mobile and printed paper vouchers are both accepted on this tour
  • Vouchers can be used any day within 12 months of travel date selected at check-out
  • Please note, the electronic voucher is not a ticket. The voucher must be redeemed by one of the agents at the stop or on the bus before passengers board
  • Included in your ticket: a free glass of Greek beer at Bus Stop A1 (except Sundays and Bank Holidays)

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 3119 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.3/5
  • Transportation
    4.3/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5

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Nadja – GermanyMay 6, 2025 – Verified booking
The bus is super convenient and the tours are nice. However what is really stupid is that you can’t look out of the windows clearly when you are seated downstairs which we had to cause it was raining heavily. Most of the windows are covered with pictures that don’t allow you see very well.
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Patrick – IrelandMay 5, 2025 – Verified booking
It was a great tour of athens city.very informative the staf were helpful and our guide was excellent.
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Louisa – United KingdomMay 5, 2025 – Verified booking
Great way to see old and new would recommend highly

Product ID: 4211

Activity provider:City Sightseeing Europe

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