Big Bus Athens Hop-On Hop-Off with optional Piraeus & Riviera
Overview
Explore the ancient city of Athens, the cradle of Western civilization and birthplace of democracy, on a hop-on, hop-off, open-top sightseeing tour. Discover the city's 3,000-year history from the vantage point of the top deck of a double-decker bus. Marvel at Athens' ancient ruins, including iconic landmarks like the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Theatre of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of Hephaestus, and the Ancient Agora.
Experience Athens at your own pace with a choice of 24, 48, or 72-hour hop-on, hop-off travel passes. Travel across three routes, each featuring onboard audio commentary in 14 languages.
What's Included
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- Headphones
- Explore up to 3 Incredible Routes: Athens, Piraeus, & the Riviera (depending on the selected option)
- 48 or 72-Hour Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Ticket
- Please note the 24 Hours + 24 Hours ticket is only Valid on 1 Route.
- Audio commentary in a choice of 14 languages
- Gratuities
What To Expect
15 Stops | 17 Points of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes
Operating Schedule: Buses depart every 20 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 1: Syntagma Square - 1 Ermou St. (in front of the Nike Store) at 8:30 AM and the last bus departs at 6:00 PM. The full tour route lasts approx. 1 hour, 50 minutes. For the most up-to-date bus stop locations and departure timings, we recommend visiting the Big Bus website or downloading the Big Bus app. To access live bus tracking on the day of your travel, please download the Big Bus app in advance of your arrival.
Parthenon
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Hellenic Parliament
Benaki Museum
Panathenaic Stadium
Vallianeio Megaron
National Archaeological Museum
Omonoia, Athens
Platia Karaiskaki
Monastiraki Square
Kotzia Square
National Historical Museum - Old Parliament House
Syntagma Square
Acropolis
Acropolis Museum
13 Stops | 6 Points of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Operating Schedule: The Piraeus Line is available with selected 48- and 72-hour tickets. Please check your confirmation for details. Buses depart every 40 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 2: Plaka & South Entrance Acropolis at 9:40 AM and the last bus departs at 5:00 PM. The full tour route lasts approx. 1 hour, 20 minutes. For the most up-to-date bus stop locations and departure timings, we recommend visiting the Big Bus website or downloading the Big Bus app. To access live bus tracking on the day of your travel, please download the Big Bus app in advance of your arrival.
Acropolis
Pantios
Stavros Niarchos Park
municipal Theatre
Cruise Terminal A
Cruise Terminal C
Pasalimani
Limin Mounikhias
Athens Marriott Hotel
InterContinental Athenaeum Athens, an IHG Hotel
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Hellenic Parliament
Syntagma Square
22 Stops | 11 Points of Interest
Duration: 2 hours
Operating Schedule: The Riviera Line is available with selected 48- and 72-hour tickets. Please check your confirmation for details. Buses depart every 60 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 2: Plaka & South Entrance Acropolis at 9:00 AM and the last bus departs at 5:00 PM. The full tour route lasts approx. 2 hours. For the most up-to-date bus stop locations and departure timings, we recommend visiting the Big Bus website or downloading the Big Bus app. To access live bus tracking on the day of your travel, please download the Big Bus app in advance of your arrival.
Acropolis
Pantios
Stavros Niarchos Park
Flisvos Marina
Alimos Marina
Agios Kosmas Marina
3rd Glyfada Marina
Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso
Kavura Point
Astir Beach
Lake Vouliagmeni
Voula Park
Glyfada Center
Glyfada
Leof. Poseidonos 5
Phaleron War Cemetery - Athens Memorial
Edem
Athens Marriott Hotel
InterContinental Athenaeum Athens, an IHG Hotel
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Hellenic Parliament
Syntagma Square
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual audio guide
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Free Wi-Fi on board.
- Headphones.
- Explore up to 3 Incredible Routes: Athens, Piraeus, & the Riviera (depending on the selected option).
- 48 or 72-Hour Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Ticket.
- Please note the 24 Hours + 24 Hours ticket is only Valid on 1 Route.
- Audio commentary in a choice of 14 languages.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Big Bus Athens Hop-On Hop-Off with optional Piraeus & Riviera is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- Headphones
- Explore up to 3 Incredible Routes: Athens, Piraeus, & the Riviera (depending on the selected option)
- 48 or 72-Hour Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Ticket
- Please note the 24 Hours + 24 Hours ticket is only Valid on 1 Route.
- Audio commentary in a choice of 14 languages
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual audio guide
