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Athens: Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off Tour by Open-Top Bus

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Big Bus Tours - Athens
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Athens: Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off Tour by Open-Top Bus
4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1
1111 reviews

Explore Athens iconic landmarks on a 48- or 72-hour hop-on hop-off tour by open-top double decker bus. Discover the city's deep history and see the Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Zeus and more!

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Valid 2 - 3 days
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English, Greek
Audio guide included
Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Hebrew, Ukrainian
Wheelchair accessible

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5 out of 5 stars
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Debra Lovely – South Africa

The Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour isn’t just affordable—it’s your ticket to uncovering the city’s best-kept secrets. From famous landmarks to unexpected hidden gems, it’s like sightseeing with insider access. And the cherry on top? Their customer service is always top-notch, making every ride smooth and memorable.

5
5 out of 5 stars
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Georgina – United Kingdom

Frequency of Athens line was good. We enjoyed the Piraeus line as well. The riviera line was disappointing as there is not much to see although will be good when all the building work has finished. We tried to listen to the information on the head phones but the background music was so loud we couldn’t hear everything that was being said so gave up in the end. If the background music could be turned down that would be good.

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Highlights

  • Hop on and hop off as you like at over 40 stops in Athens, Piraeus, and Riviera
  • Enjoy the panoramic views from the upper deck of an open-top, double decker bus
  • Hop off to explore iconic sites like the Acropolis and Parthenon
  • Hop on the Riviera tour for breathtaking views of Athens’ stunning coastline
  • Uncover Greek maritime history and sea views in the port city of Piraeus

Full description

Uncover the captivating beauty and rich history of Athens, Piraeus, and the Athens Riviera from the unique perspective of an open-top, double-decker sightseeing bus. With three distinct routes to choose from, you’ll enjoy effortless exploration paired with expert digital commentary available in 14 languages.

From the top deck, soak in sweeping panoramic views of Athens, a city steeped in history and timeless beauty. Carefully designed routes guide you to all the must-see landmarks, including the iconic Acropolis, the neoclassical charm of Piraeus' Municipal Theatre, the picturesque Plaka district, and the awe-inspiring Temple of Olympian Zeus.

Admire the Riviera’s coastal elegance as you pass glittering beaches, modern marinas, and seaside attractions. Or dive into the vibrant port city of Piraeus, where maritime heritage meets Greek culture along a lively waterfront.

Route Highlights:

Athens Route – Discover the city's historical heart, beginning at Syntagma Square.

Piraeus Route – Explore the bustling port and waterfront charm, starting from the cruise terminal.

Riviera Route – Enjoy stunning sea views and sun-soaked beaches, with departures from the Acropolis.

All routes are fully hop-on, hop-off and conveniently intersect at the Acropolis, making transfers seamless and sightseeing stress-free.

Athens (Red Route):
• Syntagma Square
• Melina Merkouri/Plaka
• New Acropolis Museum
• Acropolis
• Temple of Zeus
• Parliament
• Benaki Museum
• Panathenaic Stadium
• National Library
• National Archaeological Museum
• Omonia Square
• Karaiskaki Square
• Monastiraki Square
• Kotzia Square (City Hall)

Piraeus (Purple Route):
• Plaka & South Entrance Acropolis
• Panteion University
• Stavros Niarchos Cultural Center
• Municipal Theatre
• Cruise Terminal A
• Cruise Terminals B & C
• Pasalimani
• Mikrolimano
• Planetarium/Athens Marriott
• Intercontinental
• Intercontinental & Grand Hyatt (to Acropolis)
• Temple of Zeus
• Parliament
• Syntagma Square

Riviera (Green Route):
• Plaka & South Entrance Acropolis
• Panteion University
• Stavros Niarchos Cultural Center
• Flisvos Marina
• Alimos Marina
• Ag.Kosmas Beach
• 3rd Glyfada Marina
• Divani Apollon
• Kavouri Beach
• Astir Beach
• Vouliagmeni Lake
• Voula Park
• Glyfada City Center
• Glyfada Beach
• Hellinikon Airport
• War Cemetery
• Edem
• Athens Marriott
• Intercontinental & Grand Hyatt (to Acropolis)
• Temple of Zeus
• Parliament
• Syntagma Square

Includes

  • Unlimited hop-on, hop-off travel for 48 or 72 hours (depending on option chosen)
  • Access to up to three bus routes: Athens, Piraeus, and the Riviera (depending on option chosen)
  • Multilingual audio commentary in 14 languages
  • Souvenir headphones
  • Open-top, double-decker bus
  • Free Big Bus app for live bus tracking and service updates
  • Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off

Meeting point

Customers can redeem their mobile voucher with the bus driver at any Big Bus stop along the routes. Big Bus staff members are are located at the following stops which are recommended starting points: Stop 1: Syntagma Square - 1, Ermou Street (in front of Nike Store) Stop 2: Plaka & South Entrance Acropolis - 1, Dionysios Areopagitou Street (in front of Melina's Statue) Stop 4: Acropolis & Pantheon - 69 Rovertou Galli St. (next to Dionysos Restaurant) Stop 5: Temple of Zeus - Vasilisis Amalias Av. (next to the entrance of the Temple) Stop 6: Parliament - 13-15 Vasilisis Amalias Av. Stop 10: Omonia Square - Pl. Omonias 3-4 (In front of Hondos Center store) Stop 13: Monastiraki Square - 87, Ermou St. (on the square) For Cruise Passengers, you can join the Big Bus Tour at Terminal A - B or C. Stop 19: Cruise Terminal A - Akti Miaouli (outside Gate 11 at the cruise ships terminals) Stop 20: Cruise Terminals B & C - Akti Miaouli (outside Gate 11 at the cruise ships terminals)

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Important information

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  • Customers can start the tour from any Big Bus stop along the routes. Big Bus staff members are are located at the following stops:
  • Stop 1: Syntagma Square - 1, Ermou Street (in front of Nike Store)
  • Stop 2: Plaka & South Entrance Acropolis - 1, Dionysios Areopagitou Street (in front of Melina's Statue)
  • Stop 4: Acropolis & Pantheon - 69 Rovertou Galli St. (next to Dionysos Restaurant)
  • Stop 5: Temple of Zeus - Vasilisis Amalias Av. (next to the entrance of the Temple)
  • Stop 6: Parliament - 13-15 Vasilisis Amalias Av. (next to Parliament)
  • Stop 10: Omonia Square - Pl. Omonias 3-4 (In front of Hondos Center store)
  • Stop 13: Monastiraki Square - 87, Ermou St. (on the square)

From $27 per person

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4.1 out of 5 stars

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Review summary

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  • Transportation
    4.1/5
  • Value for money
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Debra Lovely – South AfricaJuly 11, 2025 – Verified booking
The Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour isn’t just affordable—it’s your ticket to uncovering the city’s best-kept secrets. From famous landmarks to unexpected hidden gems, it’s like sightseeing with insider access. And the cherry on top? Their customer service is always top-notch, making every ride smooth and memorable.
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Georgina – United KingdomMay 5, 2025 – Verified booking
Frequency of Athens line was good. We enjoyed the Piraeus line as well. The riviera line was disappointing as there is not much to see although will be good when all the building work has finished. We tried to listen to the information on the head phones but the background music was so loud we couldn’t hear everything that was being said so gave up in the end. If the background music could be turned down that would be good.
5
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Gisela C – United StatesFebruary 21, 2025 – Verified booking
It gives you the opportunity to see the city and choose what you really want to see in your own time. The buses ran on time. They were clean and airy.

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