Athens Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour
Sights of Athens: 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Tour Athens
- Tour Athens at ease on a 2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour.
- Make your itinerary on the go and explore each stop at your own pace as the buses operate across 35 stops with 4 different lines.
- An informative pre-recorded commentary is available in 16 languages on the open-top buses.
- Stay connected through your journey as you get access to free Wi-Fi.
- Visit iconic spots in Athens such as the Temple of Zeus and the Panathenaic Stadium.
Inclusions
- 2-day unlimited HOHO pass
- Audio guide with 16 languages
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Free map of the city
Exclusions
- Entry tickets to attractions
Orange Line: Athens
- First Bus from Syntagma Square, Old Parliament: 8.30am
- Last Bus from Syntagma Square, Old Parliament: 7.30am
- Popular Stops: Acropolis Museum, Temple of the Olympian, Panathenaic Stadium
Blue Line: Piraeus
- First Bus from Acropolis: 10.45am
- Last Bus from Acropolis: 5.45pm
- Popular Stops: Planetarium, Piraeus
Yellow Line: Glyfada
- First Bus from Acropolis: 10am
- Last Bus from Acropolis: 7.10pm
- Popular Stops: Kosmas Beach, Glyfada Beach
Green Line: Vouliagmeni
- First Bus from Divani Apollon: 10.38am
- Last Bus from Voula Park: 6:20pm
- Popular Stops: Astir Beach, Kavouri Beach
Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
Please click here for the detailed timetable.
- Tip: For a memorable dining experience near the Acropolis, head to Dionysos Zonar's in Athens. With stunning Acropolis views, attentive service, and delicious Greek cuisine.
- Audio guide languages: Spanish, Turkish, Chinese, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Portuguese, and Russian.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
City Sightseeing: 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Athens
- Discover Athens effortlessly and enjoy stunning views with a 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour, providing flexibility of 4 different passes — Iconic, Essential, Value, and Supreme.
- Personalize your itinerary with 43 stops spread across 3 routes, allowing you to explore the city according to your preferences.
- Enjoy free Wi-Fi on board along with an audio guide available in 13 languages.
- Select the Supreme Pass to get access to all 3 lines across Athens.
- Pass by iconic landmarks including the Acropolis, the Temple of Zeus, and more.
Inclusions
Iconic Pass: 48 Hours
- 48-hour unlimited HOHO pass
- Access to Athens Line
- Audio guide in 13 languages
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
Essential Pass: 48 Hours
- Access to Athens & Piraeus Lines
- 48-hour unlimited HOHO pass
- Audio guide in 13 languages
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
Value Pass: 48 Hours
- Access to Athens & Beach-Riveria Lines
- 48-hour unlimited HOHO pass
- Audio guide in 13 languages
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
Supreme Pass: 48 Hours
- Access to Athens, Piraeus & Beach-Riveria Lines
- 48-hour/3-day unlimited HOHO pass
- Audio guide in 13 languages
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
Exclusions
- Entry tickets to attractions
Athens Route
- First bus from Syntagma Square: 8:30am
- Last bus from Syntagma Square: 5pm
- Popular stops: Acropolis Museum, The National Gallery, Ancient Olympic Stadium
Piraeus Route
- First bus from Pantion University: 12:45pm
- Last bus from Pantion University: 2:45pm
- Popular stops: Archaeological Museum of Piraeus, Votsalakia Beach
Beach-Riviera Route
- First bus from Melina Merkouri/Plaka: 9:35am
- Last bus from Melina Merkouri/Plaka: 3:35pm
- Popular stops: Agios Kosmas Beach, Glyfada Beach, Asteria Beach
Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
- Tip: It's recommended to visit Acropolis during sunset to witness the spectacular views of the historical complex.
- The audio guide is available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Hebrew, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Greek, and Turkish.
- The Beach-Riviera Line functions 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.
Combo: Sights of Athens 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Tour Athens + Acropolis Tickets
- Explore Athen's icons with this 2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour.
- Customize your itinerary and explore each stop at your own pace. The buses cover 35 stops across 4 different lines.
- Access informative pre-recorded commentary available in 16 languages aboard the open-top buses.
- Stay connected throughout your journey with complimentary Wi-Fi access.
- Bypass the long ticket lines to enter the Acropolis with these entry tickets.
- Discover iconic Athens landmarks including the Temple of Zeus and the Parthenon.
Inclusions
HOHO Bus Tour
- 2-day unlimited HOHO pass
- Audio guide with 16 languages
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Free map of the city
Acropolis Complex
- Access to Acropolis site and Parthenon
- Mobile audio guide (optional)
Exclusions
- Entry tickets to attractions other than Acropolis
Orange Line: Athens
- First Bus from Syntagma Square, Old Parliament: 8.30am
- Last Bus from Syntagma Square, Old Parliament: 7.30am
- Popular Stops: Acropolis Museum, Temple of the Olympian, Panathenaic Stadium
Blue Line: Piraeus
- First Bus from Acropolis: 10.45am
- Last Bus from Acropolis: 5.45pm
- Popular Stops: Planetarium, Piraeus
Yellow Line: Glyfada
- First Bus from Acropolis: 10am
- Last Bus from Acropolis: 7.10pm
- Popular Stops: Kosmas Beach, Glyfada Beach
Green Line: Vouliagmeni
- First Bus from Divani Apollon: 10.38am
- Last Bus from Voula Park: 6:20pm
- Popular Stops: Astir Beach, Kavouri Beach
Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
Please click here for the detailed timetable.
- Tip: The Acropolis complex attracts tourists from all around the globe and gets crowded during peak hours. It's recommended that you visit early in the morning or later in the afternoon to avoid large crowds and enjoy a more tranquil visit.
- Audio guide languages: Spanish, Turkish, Chinese, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Portuguese, and Russian.
- Please Note: Your ticket allows you to skip the 'ticket' line and not security lines.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo: Sights of Athens 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Tour + Cape Sounion Sunset Tour
- Explore Athens with this 2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour, allowing you to customize your itinerary and explore at your own pace.
- Enjoy informative pre-recorded commentary in 16 languages as you travel across 35 stops on the open-top buses.
- Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi access throughout your journey.
- Visit iconic spots in Athens such as the Temple of Zeus and the Panathenaic Stadium.
- Explore Cape Sounion on a 5-hour sunset tour along with an expert guide.
Inclusions
HOHO Bus Tour
- 2-day unlimited HOHO pass
- Audio guide with 16 languages
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Free map of the city
Cape Sounion Sunset Tour
- 5-hour evening tour of Cape Sounion
- Return transfers in an AC bus from Athens
- Professional guide
Exclusions
- Entry tickets to attractions
Orange Line: Athens
- First Bus from Syntagma Square, Old Parliament: 8.30am
- Last Bus from Syntagma Square, Old Parliament: 7.30am
- Popular Stops: Acropolis Museum, Temple of the Olympian, Panathenaic Stadium
Blue Line: Piraeus
- First Bus from Acropolis: 10.45am
- Last Bus from Acropolis: 5.45pm
- Popular Stops: Planetarium, Piraeus
Yellow Line: Glyfada
- First Bus from Acropolis: 10am
- Last Bus from Acropolis: 7.10pm
- Popular Stops: Kosmas Beach, Glyfada Beach
Green Line: Vouliagmeni
- First Bus from Divani Apollon: 10.38am
- Last Bus from Voula Park: 6:20pm
- Popular Stops: Astir Beach, Kavouri Beach
Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
Please click here for the detailed timetable.
- Tip: If you're in the mood for some delicious seafood and local Greek delicacies, Taverna Syrtaki in Cape Sounion is rated one of the best restaurants in the region. You can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Mediterranean coastline too!
- Audio guide languages: Spanish, Turkish, Chinese, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Portuguese, and Russian.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combo: Sights of Athens 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Tour + Full-Day Cruise
- Spend 3 days living the ultimate Greek experience with this ticket that includes a 2-day hop-on hop-off pass and a full-day cruise of the Saronic Islands.
- Get access to 4 bus routes with 35 stops conveniently located near the major landmarks in Athens.
- Tune in to pre-recorded commentary available in 16 languages, giving you tips and insider information about Athens.
- Enjoy a convenient pick-up to the harbor for a 11-hour cruise to 3 islands of Agistri, Moni, and Aegina.
- Find picturesque landscapes around you at Agistri and take a swim in the emerald waters.
Inclusions
HOHO Bus Tour
- 2-day unlimited HOHO pass
- Audio guide with 16 languages
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Free map of the city
Full-Day Cruise
- 11-hour cruise around Saronic Island
- Free Wi-Fi
- Shore stops at the islands of Agistri and Aegina
- Stops for swimming and sunbathing
- Roundtrip transportation with air-conditioned minivan/bus
- Lunch & beverages
Exclusions
HOHO Bus Tour
- Entry tickets to attractions
- Tour guide at attractions
Full Day Cruise
- Snorkeling equipment
- Towels
- Multilingual commentary
Orange Line: Athens
- First Bus from Syntagma Square, Old Parliament: 8.30am
- Last Bus from Syntagma Square, Old Parliament: 7.30am
- Popular Stops: Acropolis Museum, Temple of the Olympian, Panathenaic Stadium
Blue Line: Piraeus
- First Bus from Acropolis: 10.45am
- Last Bus from Acropolis: 5.45pm
- Popular Stops: Planetarium, Piraeus
Yellow Line: Glyfada
- First Bus from Acropolis: 10am
- Last Bus from Acropolis: 7.10pm
- Popular Stops: Kosmas Beach, Glyfada Beach
Green Line: Vouliagmeni
- First Bus from Divani Apollon: 10.38am
- Last Bus from Voula Park: 6:20pm
- Popular Stops: Astir Beach, Kavouri Beach
Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
Please click here for the detailed timetable.
Full-Day Cruise
- Daily: 8:45am onwards
- Tip: Indulge in their rich flavor and distinct crunch, a testament to Aegina's ideal pistachio-growing conditions. Don't miss the opportunity to explore local shops and markets, where you'll find an abundance of these delectable nuts.
- Audio guide languages: Spanish, Turkish, Chinese, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Portuguese, and Russian.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Why Choose Athens Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours?
Hop on Hop off tour buses are a simple way of getting to know the attractions in Athens.
- You will get the opportunity to visit all of Athens' most important landmarks at your own leisure.
- You can hop on a bus, travel to any of the attractions in the city, and then hop off and explore.
- There are a number of different bus routes and operators in Athens, so you get to see the best and most of this city.
- Traveling around the city can be expensive, but, navigating can be made a whole lot easier with an Athens Hop On Hop Off bus tour.
- There are added perks like free wifi, wheelchair accessibility, and discounted entry to certain attractions.
- Get access to multilingual audio guides to inform you about the attractions' history and significance.
Your Athens Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour Options Explained
Hop-On Hop-Off Classic Day Tour: Sights of Athens
- Explore Athens and the Port of Piraeus with this 1-day hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour with Sights of Athens.
- Hop on and off at the 32 stops along 4 routes and visit over 50 of the city's top attractions.
- Popular stops include Acropolis, the Temple of Zeus at Olympia, the Greek House of Parliament, the National Library, and the National Archaeological Museum.
- Enjoy free walking tours during the summer
- The air-conditioned buses come equipped with wi-fi and audio guides in 16 different languages.
Flexible Cancelation Policy: You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
48-Hour Athens Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour: City Sightseeing, Piraeus & Riviera
- See Athens in an open-topped double-decker bus with a 48-hour hop-on hop-off ticket.
- Also, get to visit the Port of Piraeus and the beaches of the Greek Rivera
- With the tour’s 44 stops, you will be able to visit all the city's major attractions.
- There are free walking tours available in the summer (Apr-Oct)
- Popular stops include the Acropolis Museum, Temple of Zeus, Parthenon, and more.
- Enjoy free Wi-Fi on board the bus and a multilingual audio guide available in 12 languages.
Flexible Cancelation Policy: You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
3-Day Athens Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour: City Sightseeing Athens, Piraeus & Riviera
- A 3-day hop-on hop-off bus tour across Athens, the Port of Piraeus, and the Greek Riveria.
- Hop-On and Hop-Off at 44 stops across 3 different routes and see the best of Athens.
- Popular stops include the Acropolis, the Temple of Poseidon, the Parthenon, Votsalakia Beach, and more.
- Get access to free walking tours which allow you to dig deeper into this age-old metropolis
- The buses come equipped with wifi and an audio guide available in 12 languages.
Flexible Cancelation Policy: You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Athens Combo: 48 Hrs Hop-on-Hop-off Bus and Cape Sounion Sunset Tour
- Enjoy a 2-day Athens hop-on hop-off ticket with Sights of Athens and an exclusive Cape Sounion sunset tour.
- Get down at any of the 32 stops along the 4 lines in the city and learn about it's fascinating history.
- Popular stops include the Parthenon, the Acropolis, the Athenian Riviera, and the Temple of Poseidon that sits along Cape Sounion.
- Enjoy free WiFi onboard a modern, air-conditioned bus that has multilingual audio guides in 16 languages.
Flexible Cancelation Policy: You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Athens Combo Ticket: Full-Day Cruise & Hop on Hop off Bus
- With this 3-day ticket, enjoy a 48-hour Athens hop-on hop-off ticket with Sights of Athens and an exclusive a full-day cruise with round-trip transfers.
- Hop-on and off and explore Athens, Piraeus, and the Athenian Riviera with 32 conveniently-located stops along 4 bus routes.
- Experience a day of the sea and the sun on an 11-hour cruise to the Saronic Gulf islands.
- Enjoy free WiFi and multilingual audio guides in 16 languages.
Flexible Cancelation Policy: You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Athens Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour Timetable
Sights of Athens
- Athens line (Orange): Summer (Apr-Oct) 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM; Winter (Nov-Mar) 8:30 AM to 5 PM
- Piraeus ine (Blue): Summer (Apr-Oct) 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM; Winter (Nov-Mar) 11:45 AM to 4:45 PM
- Beach lines/Glyfada and Vouliagmeni (Yellow and Green): Summer (Apr-Oct) 10:30 AM to 5:30 pm; Winter (Nov-Mar) 2 departures at 9 AM and 3:30 PM
City Sightseeing
- Athens line: Summer (Apr-Oct) 8:30 AM to 9 PM; Winter (Nov-Mar) 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Piraeus line: Summer (Apr-Oct) 12:30 PM to 6:15 PM; Winter (Nov-Mar) 11:15 AM to 4:15 PM
- Riviera line: Summer (Apr-Oct) 9:35 AM to 5:35 PM; Closed during the winter
Athens Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour Route
Sights of Athens
It has 32 stops that across 4 different routes.
The Orange Route/Athens Line has 16 stops starting from Syntagma Square and stopping at landmarks like the Parthenon and Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum, the Temple of Zeus, the Greek Parliament and gardens, the Archaeological Museum, Omonoia Square, and Varvakios Market.
The Blue Route/Piraeus Line has 6 stops. It starts from the Acropolis and covers the cruise terminals in the harbor at Piraeus. You can stop off at the Planetarium, Pasalimani Marina, the old harbor of Piraeus, and Mikroliman.
The Yellow Route/Glyfada Beach Line starts from the Planetarium and tours the Athenian Riviera. There are 5 stops along the seafront at Marina Alimos, Marina Flisvou, Agios Kosmas, and Glyfada Terminal
The Green Route/Vouliagmeni Beach Line also connects to the Athenian beaches, including Asteria Beach and Kavouri Oceanis. You can visit the nearby Allied Forces Cemetery and the Byzantine Museum.
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City Sightseeing
It has 44 stops and 3 bus routes that are located near major landmarks and attractions.
The Red Route/Athens Line has 15 stops. It starts from Syntagma Square, and stops at landmarks like The National Gallery, Ancient Olympic Stadium, Melina Merkouri/Plaka, The Acropolis & Parthenon, Temple of Zeus, Greek Parliament, National Archaeological Museum, Omonia Square, and more.
The Green Route/Piraeus Line starts from Acropolis/Parthenon and goes to the Port of Pireus, stopping at 11 landmarks like Panteion University, Niarchos Foundation, The Lion Gate, Archaeological Museum of Piraeus, Votsalakia Beach, and Mikrolimano Harbour, as well as various Cruise Terminals.
The Purple Route/Beach Riviera Line runs only during the summer. It starts from Melina Merkouri/Plaka and travels to the Athenian Riveria, stopping at Ag. Kesmas Beach, Bomo Palace, Glyfada Beach, Asteria Beach, Oceanis Beach, Vouliagmeni Lake, and more. . There are 13 stops.
All walking tours start at the Acropolis/Parthenon.
Download MapHighlights of the Athens Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour
Acropolis
A striking ancient Greek ancient citadel was built above the city of Athens sometime during the 5th century BC. The Acropolis houses the remains of several ancient buildings including the Parthenon, the Propylaea, the Erechtheion, and the Temple of Athena Nike.
The Parthenon
Located on the Athenian Acropolis, the Parthenon was a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena, who was the patroness of the city of Athens. Completed in 438 BC, it is considered the most important surviving building of Classical Greece
Acropolis Museum
The Acropolis Museum was founded in 1865 to house the archeological finds from the Acropolis and its foothills. A newly expanded museum opened in 2009 and houses the preserved excavations and over 4,000 historic artifacts across four levels.
Temple of Zeus
Better known as the Temple of Olympian Zeus, or the Olympieion, this temple dedicated to the head of the Olympian gods was once the largest temple in Greece. It was begun in the 6th century BC and completed in 131 AD, but soon fell into disrepair and ruin.
Temple of Poseidon
Located at Cape Sounion, this ancient temple to the Greek God of the Seas is believed to have been built around 700 BC. The marble pillars look most magnificent at sunset when the setting sun paints the sky in beautiful and vivid colors.
The National Archaeological Museum
The National Archaeological Museum in Athens is one of the largest museums in the world. Founded in the late 19th century, it houses artifacts and historical and cultural objects from around Greece from prehistory to late antiquity.
Syntagma Square
Also called Constitution Square, this is the central square of Athens, and is the heart of commercial activity and Greek politics. It is located in front of the Old Royal Palace, which has housed the Greek Parliament since 1934.
Agora of Athens
Located to the northwest of the Acropolis, the ancient Agora of Athens was once the city's main central public space. To the east of the agroa is the The Stoa of Attalos, which was once lined with shops but is now used as the Museum of The Ancient Agora.
Frequently Asked Questions About Athens Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours
A. Yes, Athens has two hop-on hop-off bus tour operators, each with their own unique routes.
A. You can purchase Athens Hop on hop off bus tour tickets online.
A. Yes, you can buy Athens hop-on hop-off tickets online here.
A. There are multiple hop-on hop-off bus tours, and their tickets which begin from €15.
A. Hop-on hop-off buses are tourist buses that allow you to board and leave whenever you like and sightsee at your own convenience
A. Athens hop-on hop-off bus tours run at a frequency of 15 to 30 minutes.
A. Yes, you will get access to audio guides available in up to 16 languages, to help you learn more about this historic city.
A. Yes, the hop-on hop-off tours in Athens are accessibility-friendly for wheelchair users.