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City Sightseeing Athens Bus Tours
- Discover Athens effortlessly and enjoy stunning views with a 48/72-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour.
- Personalize your itinerary with 43 stops spread across 3 routes, allowing you to explore the city according to your preferences.
- With 3 routes to choose from you are spoilt for choice. And, if you want to go all out, get an upgrade to include all 3 routes across Athens.
- Tune into the multilingual audio guide, surf the web with free Wi-Fi, and relish free Greek beer. Opt for a 72-hour pass to see Athens for a full 3 days!
- Pass by iconic landmarks including the Acropolis, the Temple of Zeus, and more.
- Discover Athens effortlessly and enjoy stunning views with a 48/72-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour.
- Personalize your itinerary with 43 stops spread across 3 routes, allowing you to explore the city according to your preferences.
- With 3 routes to choose from you are spoilt for choice. And, if you want to go all out, get an upgrade to include all 3 routes across Athens.
- Tune into the multilingual audio guide, surf the web with free Wi-Fi, and relish free Greek beer. Opt for a 72-hour pass to see Athens for a full 3 days!
- Pass by iconic landmarks including the Acropolis, the Temple of Zeus, and more.
Inclusions
- 48/72-hour hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to Athens, Piraeus, and Beach-Reveria lines (based on the option selected)
- Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Hebrew, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Greek & Turkish
- Free glass of Greek beer
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
Exclusions
- Entry tickets to attractions
Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Athens line
- First bus: 8:30am from Syntagma Square (Terminal A1)
- Last bus: 6:30pm from Syntagma Square (Terminal A1)
- Frequency: Every 15 mins
- Popular stops: Acropolis Museum, The National Gallery, Ancient Olympic Stadium
Piraeus line (Interchange at A4)
- First bus: 11am from Acropolis/Parthenon
- Last bus: 6pm from Acropolis/Parthenon
- Frequency: Every 60 mins
- Popular stops: Archaeological Museum of Piraeus, Votsalakia Beach
Beach-Riviera line (Interchange at A2)
- First bus: 9am from Acropolis/Plaka
- Last bus: 6pm from Acropolis/Plaka
- Frequency: Every 60 mins
- Popular stops: Agios Kosmas Beach, Glyfada Beach, Asteria Beach
- The buses are wheelchair accessible.
- The buses have space for wheelchairs up to 70 cm wide, 120 cm long, and 135 cm high. Got a bigger chair or not sure if it'll fit? Just contact the service operator.
- The Beach-Riviera Line operates only during the summer.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
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Anne
Nov 2024Verified booking
Ticket process was easy and the swop from mobile to paper ticket was straightforward. Traffic was very busy so we eventually had to hop off before completing the circuit- not the fault of the company but it was a complicated route and seemed to cross over itself a lot so we decided it would be quicker to walk to our next destination.
Jane
Nov 2024Verified booking
I find the hop on hop off buses very handy when in a new city. I usually go for the 48hour ticket as it's only a bit extra in cost. It's a great way of getting your bearings in a new city. The customer service guy at the Archeological Museum was very helpful - I was waiting about 15 mins for the next bus - it pulled in and back out before I could even board! He contacted the driver as the bus turns near there and escorted me across the road and onto the bus as he had arranged for the driver to pull in.
Christopher
Aug 2024Verified booking
The promo is relatively appealing but I haven't got a chance to explore the other two lines properly given the timing of the arrival of the bus. I was also not oriented where to get the free beer for a 3-day pass. There should be more perks included for a 3-day pass, to fully maximize the paid cost. Thanks
BOSELLI
Aug 2024Verified booking
The service was on time, convenient, and the drivers always helpful and courteous, also the audio guide very interesting and useful
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Silvia
Aug 2024Verified booking
The bus covers the main attractions in Athens and are very frequent, so you can get off and catch the next one with little wait.
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Caroline
Jul 2024Verified booking
Always a good thing to start discovering a city. The tour bus allows you to discover the main sites, learn a bit more about them and you can always go back to some afterwards. I think it is very useful when you don't have a lot of time and want to make sure you don't forget a major site to see. The only thing in Athens: is the bus you are taking doesn't have a roof, make sure you have a long dress or a trouser to be able to sit at the upper floor 😉
Carolyn
May 2024Verified booking
The Athens line was a great way to see the city. However, the Pireaus line didn't run often enough. And it didn't run a continuous loop. We had to get off at the Acropolis & wait for another Pireaus line bus, to get back to the cruise ship terminal. It was a 45 minute & we couldn't wait that long. So we had to call a cab which cost an additional 20E.
April
May 2024Verified booking
The food tour from Travel Love Athens was a delightful, off the beaten path tour with tasty delights and views of the city from the locals perspective. Oral and Julia were fantastic! I will definitely do the tour again the next time I'm in Athens.
Marco
Apr 2024Verified booking
All great except that if you lose your ticket you cannot get it back in any way and are forced to pay it back at a reduced price. This did not allow us to take full advantage of the 48 hours.
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MARIA
Apr 2024Verified booking
Valid tour to visit the most important sites important sites in Athens with a well-defined route. Getting around Athens by public transportation is not easy mainly because of the difficult understanding of the Greek language . The audio guide is a very useful tool to learn about some of the details along the city route. while traveling Unfortunately, they do not always work perfectly and I recommend an overhaul of the plug connections Overall positive experience that I would do again.
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Maria
Jan 2024Verified booking
A service of unique preciousness. I purchased a 48-hour vslido ticket (3 days) and used the yrasporto to move from one part of the city to another without any difficulty. Moreover, I consider the service a more than valid (and fast) way to know the completeness of a city in a short time, with more than exhaustive explanations, especially for those who do not have the possibility to make long stays.
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Michele
Dec 2023Verified booking
The experience was awesome! We went to the beaches one day and to different sites along the Athens city line. Hopping on and off as we toured at our own pace, with the frequent buses whisking us to the next was so easy. The buses are clean and comfortable upstairs and down with helpful informative audio. The booking through Headout for this experience and a couple others for our trip to Athens, I highly recommend.
Ana
Nov 2024Verified booking
Everything was good..... Buses were running as expected and the routes were great.
Peter
Oct 2024Verified booking
Ability to use the 3 diff bus routes worked great
Judy
Oct 2024Verified booking
It was easy to go by most points of interest. The app worked ok.
Delia
Aug 2024Verified booking
Cost effective, handy service
Mary
Aug 2024Verified booking
all good . great routes & head phones worked well.
SANTIAGO
Aug 2024Verified booking
To be able to reach the tourist sites while enjoying the views.
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Athena
Jun 2024Verified booking
Flexibility Range of sights Friendly staff Beaches
Monika
May 2024Verified booking
Ticketing was easy and professional. No further comments.
Hilary
May 2024Verified booking
Nice way to get around the city and see the sights
Suzanne
May 2024Verified booking
It helped us to get an overall feel for the city when we first arrived.
Adele
Jan 2024Verified booking
We liked the freedom in visiting the town and to admire it from a privileged point of view.
Suzanne
Jan 2024Verified booking
Workers at the stops were so very helpful and the Omonia Sq stop was great
Christina
Jan 2024Verified booking
The staff were friendly and helpful and the buses came quickly and were clean.
- Explore Athens like a pro with the Athens City Pass which includes tickets to 30+ attractions, a hop-on hop-off tour, and more.
- Get 47% off on entry to must-see spots like the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the legendary Acropolis with its magnificent Parthenon.
- Visit the New Acropolis Museum, challenge your mind at the Museum of Illusions, and travel through the city on a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
- Choose from a validity of 2 days to 5 days with the pass being sent to your email complete with insider tips to supercharge your journey.
- Explore Athens like a pro with the Athens City Pass which includes tickets to 30+ attractions, a hop-on hop-off tour, and more.
- Get 47% off on entry to must-see spots like the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the legendary Acropolis with its magnificent Parthenon.
- Visit the New Acropolis Museum, challenge your mind at the Museum of Illusions, and travel through the city on a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
- Choose from a validity of 2 days to 5 days with the pass being sent to your email complete with insider tips to supercharge your journey.
Inclusions
- 2/3/4/5-day validity
- Unlimited 48-hour hop-on hop-off tour
- Museums: Museum of Illusions, Herakleidon Museum, Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum & more
- Top attractions: Temple of Olympian Zeus, Acropolis with Parthenon, Hadrian`s Library & more
- Discounts at Frissiras Museum, Elixir, Spices & Herbs, Designer Outlet McArthurGlen
- Get complete details here
- With the Acropolis combined ticket, get a booked time slot and access the Acropolis with north and south slopes, Ancient Agora & Stoa of Attalos, Roman Agora, Hadrian's Library, Lykeion, Temple of Olympic Zeus (Olympieion) & Kerameikos.
- The Acropolis combined ticket is valid for 5 days from the day of the visit to the Acropolis.
- For the Acropolis, EU citizens up to the age of 25 have free admission. The "free ticket" is available at the exchange point or the cash desk (Please show ID). For non-EU citizens, the Acropolis ticket will be included in the City Card.
- Note that each included attraction can be visited only once.
- The 48-hour hop-on hop-off tour includes tours through Athens, Piraeus, and Glyfada across 3 different routes with a free audio guide.
- Receive the digital Athens City Pass by e-mail along with all the details about the attractions and contacts.
- You will also receive tickets for Acropolis, with the booking made between 10am to 1pm on the 1st day of your city pass usage.
- Every attraction can be visited once without additional charge.
- Your pass starts on the day you first use it and stays valid for the following days you've chosen.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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MARIA
Jul 2024Verified booking
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Matthew
Nov 2023Verified booking
I didn't quite understand how the ticketing system worked, this wasn't an issue with Headout I just couldn't wrap my head around it. When I called into their support they provided amazing service and did everything they could to help me out and ended up sending me all my tickets individually
Alenka
Nov 2023Verified booking
Why choose the Athens City Sightseeing tours?
Comprehensive coverage
With over 40 strategically placed stops, the tours cover major landmarks like the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Plaka, ensuring you don’t miss any highlights of the city.
Convenient exploration
The hop-on hop-off tours allow you to explore Athens at your own pace, making it easy to visit multiple attractions without the hassle of public transport.
Informative commentary
Enjoy insightful audio commentary throughout the journey, providing historical context and interesting facts about Athens’ rich culture and heritage.
Comfortable travel
Travel in comfort aboard open-top double-decker buses, offering great views of the city while enjoying the fresh air and sunshine during your sightseeing adventure.
Great value
One ticket covers all major attractions, providing excellent value for a comprehensive and convenient tour experience.
Athens City Sightseeing routes, stops and maps
Athens - Red Route
The Red Route takes you through Athens' historic center, showcasing iconic sites like the Acropolis, Syntagma Square, and the Ancient Agora.
- First stop: Syntagma Square
- Timings: 8:30am to 6:30pm
- Frequency: Every 15 minutes
- Number of stops: 15
- Full loop duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Piraeus - Green Route
The Green Route connects Athens to the bustling port of Piraeus. Discover maritime history, visit the picturesque Mikrolimano harbor, and explore local shops and restaurants.
- First stop: Panteion University
- Timings: 11am to 6pm
- Frequency: Every 60 minutes
- Number of stops: 12
- Full loop duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Beach-Riviera - Purple Route
Discover Athens' beautiful coastline with stops at picturesque beaches, the Glyfada marina, and the Flisvos Marina.
- First stop: Acropolis/Plaka
- Timings: 9am to 6pm
- Frequency: Every 60 minutes
- Number of stops: 22
Full loop duration: 1 hour 50 minutes
Highlights of your Athens City Sightseeing tour
Acropolis Museum
Route name: Athens - Red Route
Attraction timings: 9am to 8pm
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Suggested Athens City Sightseeing Itineraries
Athens in 2 days/48 hours
Day 1: Athens - Red Route
Explore Athens over two days with City Sightseeing tours, immersing yourself in history, culture, and scenic beauty.
- Start at Syntagma Square, experiencing the bustling heart of Athens.
- Visit the Acropolis and Parthenon for stunning ancient architecture.
- Explore the Acropolis Museum to delve into Greek history.
- Wander through Plaka, the charming old neighborhood.
- Stop by the Temple of Zeus for more ancient wonders.
- Stroll through the National Gardens, a peaceful green retreat.
- End the day at Monastiraki Square, known for its vibrant market.
Day 2: Piraeus - Green Route and Beach-Riviera - Purple Route
Explore Athens over two days with City Sightseeing tours, immersing yourself in history, culture, and scenic beauty.
- Begin at the Municipal Theatre of Piraeus, enjoying its neoclassical beauty.
- Discover the Archaeological Museum of Piraeus for maritime artifacts.
- Relax at Votsalakia Beach, soaking up the sun.
- Visit the Niarchos Foundation for modern architecture and cultural spaces.
- Head to Glyfada Beach on the Purple Route for a seaside escape.
- Enjoy the serene Vouliagmeni Lake, a natural thermal spa.
- Conclude at Flisvos Marina with its upscale dining and waterfront views.
Athens City Sightseeing: FAQ's
How do City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off buses work in Athens?
The buses allow you to board and alight at any designated stop, exploring attractions at your own pace with unlimited rides for as long as your ticket is valid.
What is included in a Athens City Sightseeing Tour ticket?
Tickets include unlimited rides on all routes, access to major attractions, multilingual audio guides, free Wi-Fi, and added perks like a glass of Greek beer for free!
How often are the Athens City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off buses?
Buses run every 15-60 minutes depending on the route you choose.
How many Athens City Sightseeing routes are there?
There are three routes - the Athens Red Route, the Piraeus Green Route, and the Beach-Riviera Purple Route, each covering major landmarks and attractions.
Are there audio guides on the Athens City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tours?
Yes, audio guides are available in multiple languages, providing interesting facts and information on the city’s landmarks and history.
Are the Athens City Sightseeing bus tours accessibility-friendly?
Yes, the buses are wheelchair accessible.
How long is my ticket valid for?
Tickets are typically valid for 48 hours from the time of first use.