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Route name: Athens, Piraeus, and Riviera Lines
Attraction timings: Apr 1 to Sep 15: 8am - 7.30pm
Sep 16 to 30: 8am - 7pm
Oct 1 to 15: 8am - 6.30pm
Oct 16 to 31: 8am - 6pm
Nov 1 to Mar 31: 8am - 5pm
Big Bus Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Tours
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Acropolis
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2 attractions
2
Intercontinental & Grand Hyatt (to Piraeus)
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2 attractions
3
Planetarium/Athens Marriott
1 attractions
4
Stavros Niarchos
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2 attractions
5
Flisvos Marina
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2 attractions
6
Alimos Marina
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2 attractions
7
Ag.Kosmas Beach
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2 attractions
8
3rd Glyfada Marina
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2 attractions
9
Divani Apollon
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1 attractions
10
Kavouri Beach
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1 attractions
11
Astir Beach
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1 attractions
12
Vouliagmeni Lake
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1 attractions
13
Voula Park
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1 attractions
14
Glyfada City Center
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1 attractions
15
Glyfada Beach
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1 attractions
16
Hellinikon Airport
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1 attractions
17
War Cemetery
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2 attractions
18
Edem
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1 attractions
19
Planetarium/Athens Marriott
20
Intercontinental (to Acropolis)
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Acropolis
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2 attractions
2
Temple of Zeus
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2 attractions
3
Parliament
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2 attractions
4
Benaki Museum
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2 attractions
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Panathenaic Stadium
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2 attractions
6
National Library
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2 attractions
7
National Archaeological Museum
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2 attractions
8
Omonia Square
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2 attractions
9
Karaiskaki Square
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1 attractions
10
Monastiraki Square
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2 attractions
11
Kotzia Square
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2 attractions
12
Syntagma Square
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2 attractions
13
Melina Merkouri/Plaka
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2 attractions
14
New Acropolis Museum
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2 attractions
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Acropolis
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2 attractions
2
Intercontinental & Grand Hyatt (to Piraeus)
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2 attractions
3
Stavros Niarchos
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2 attractions
4
Municipal Theatre
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2 attractions
5
1st Cruise Ships Terminal
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2 attractions
6
2nd Cruise Ships Terminal
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2 attractions
7
Pasalimani
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2 attractions
8
Mikrolimano
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2 attractions
9
Planetarium/Athens Marriott
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1 attractions
10
Intercontinental (to Acropolis)
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2 attractions
See Athens on a bus tour & upgrade to access three routes plus a night bus tour!
- Ditch the taxi and explore the historical monuments and ports of Athens using this 24-hour + 1-day free, 48-hour, or 72-hour pass.
- Explore every nook of Athens! This pass covers 40+ Greek gems across 3 routes – Athens, Piraeus & the Riviera – with unlimited hop on and offs.
- Grab the 72-hour pass and enjoy a night tour to see the Acropolis and Parthenon glowing against the night sky.
- Pre-recorded commentary in 14 languages and free Wi-Fi keep you connected as you cruise past iconic Greek sites on a double-decker bus.
- Stop by the Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Zeus, and vibrant squares like Syntagma, Monastiraki, and Kotzia.
See Athens on a bus tour & upgrade to access three routes plus a night bus tour!
- Ditch the taxi and explore the historical monuments and ports of Athens using this 24-hour + 1-day free, 48-hour, or 72-hour pass.
- Explore every nook of Athens! This pass covers 40+ Greek gems across 3 routes – Athens, Piraeus & the Riviera – with unlimited hop on and offs.
- Grab the 72-hour pass and enjoy a night tour to see the Acropolis and Parthenon glowing against the night sky.
- Pre-recorded commentary in 14 languages and free Wi-Fi keep you connected as you cruise past iconic Greek sites on a double-decker bus.
- Stop by the Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Zeus, and vibrant squares like Syntagma, Monastiraki, and Kotzia.
Inclusions
- 24-hour (1-day free), 48 or 72-hour hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to Athens Line, Piraeus Line & Riviera Line (based on option selected)
- 1-hour night bus tour (based on option selected)
- Pre-recorded commentary in English, Greek, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Turkish, Arabian, Japanese, French, Portuguese, Russian, Hebrew & Ukrainian
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Free disposable wired earphones
- Valid for Gray Line's buses
Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Athens Line - Grey Route
- First bus: 9am from stop #4 (Acropolis)
- Last bus: 6pm from stop #4 (Acropolis)
- Frequency: Every 20 mins
- Popular stops: Temple of Zeus, New Acropolis Museum, Panathenaic Stadium
Piraeus Line - Purple Route
- First bus: 12:30pm from stop #4 (Acropolis)
- Last bus: 4:15pm from stop #4 (Acropolis)
- Frequency: Every 75 mins
- Popular stops: Intercontinental & Grand Hyatt, Municipal Theatre, Planetarium
Riviera Line - Green Route
- First bus: 10am from stop #4 (Acropolis)
- Last bus: 5:20pm from stop #4 (Acropolis)
- Frequency: Every 2 hours
- Popular stops: Kavouri Beach, Astir Beach, Vouliagmeni Lake
Athens Night Tour
- Departure: 8:15pm & 9:15pm from Stop 6 (Parliament)
- Frequency: Twice a day
- Duration: 1 hour
Passengers are requested to arrive 15 minutes before departure time.
- Due to service provider restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
- Your guide dogs are welcome onboard.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Get a nighttime perspective of Athens with this unique, audio-guided night bus tour.
- As night falls, Athens lights up in gold, flaunting 3,000 years of history and grand monuments on a dreamy after-dark tour of the ancient city.
- Watch Athens glow up under twilight’s deep blue as iconic sights dazzle as you pass by them on a 1-hour panoramic tour showing ancient beauty.
- Chill on open-top double-deckers while 14-language audio guides & an English-speaking live guide dish out stories of Athens' iconic legends, all bathed in evening brilliance.
- Spot the National Library’s sweeping arches, the Acropolis and Parthenon high on cliffs, and Parliament glowing in columns as you cruise by the sights.
Get a nighttime perspective of Athens with this unique, audio-guided night bus tour.
- As night falls, Athens lights up in gold, flaunting 3,000 years of history and grand monuments on a dreamy after-dark tour of the ancient city.
- Watch Athens glow up under twilight’s deep blue as iconic sights dazzle as you pass by them on a 1-hour panoramic tour showing ancient beauty.
- Chill on open-top double-deckers while 14-language audio guides & an English-speaking live guide dish out stories of Athens' iconic legends, all bathed in evening brilliance.
- Spot the National Library’s sweeping arches, the Acropolis and Parthenon high on cliffs, and Parliament glowing in columns as you cruise by the sights.
Inclusions
- 1-hour night bus tour of Athens
- Live English-speaking guide
- Audio guides in English, Greek, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Turkish, Arabic, Japanese, French, Portuguese, Russian, Hebrew, and Ukrainian
Athens night tour
- Departure: 8:15pm & 9:15pm from Stop 6 (Parliament)
- Frequency: Twice a day
- Duration: 1 hour
Passengers are requested to arrive 15 minutes before departure time.
- Most buses are wheelchair accessible. However, if you need special accommodations, you can contact the operator to assist.
- Your guide dogs are welcome to board the bus.
- Due to bus restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Budget-friendly
If you’re visiting Athens on a tight budget, a Hop-on Hop-off pass can help you save some money. With the pass, not only do you get access to popular spots across the city, but also have access to other amenities like audio commentary and free Wi-Fi.
Convenience
It is easier to get around Athens with a Hop-on Hop-off pass than to navigate the city’s public transportation system. Once you’re done sightseeing, simply head to your nearest Hop-on Hop-off stop and board the bus to the next attraction on your bucket list.
Ideal for families
When you travel as a family, with kids and seniors, it can be hard to get everyone to sightsee at the same pace. With a Hop-on Hop-off pass, there is no pressure to rush. Take your time to explore attractions and move on to the next stop when you’re done.
Audio guides
Apart from the Hop-on Hop-off services, Athens Big Bus tours also offers audio guides that provide unique insights into the city’s history and culture. These audio guides are available in multiple languages, including English, Greek, Italian, Turkish, and more!
Multiple routes
Big Bus Athens offers access to three routes that let you explore different facets of this historic city. You can take the Athens Line to discover iconic monuments like the Acropolis, explore modern Athens with the Piraeus Line, or see the beaches and marinas on the Riviera Line.
Big Bus Athens: Routes, stops & maps
Athens Line (Grey Route)
Mythology and history enthusiasts must take advantage of some of the iconic landmarks on the Athens Line, including the Acropolis, the National Archaeological Museum, New Acropolis Museum, Temple of Zeus, and other monuments that pay homage to Ancient Greece.
Overview:
First stop: Acropolis
Timings: 9am - 6pm
Frequency: Every 20 minutes
No. of stops: 14
Piraeus Line (Purple Route)
Take the more scenic route by boarding the Piraeus Line, which takes you through charming neighborhoods and Piraeus’ sparkling harborfront. Some sights you cannot miss along this route are the Planetarium, the Intercontinental & Grand Hyatt, and the Municipal Theatre.
Overview:
First stop: Acropolis
Timings: 12:30pm - 4:15pm
Frequency: Every 75 minutes
No. of stops: 10
Riviera Line (Green Route)
Explore the Athenian Riviera on the Green Route, which takes you to popular spots like Kavouri Beach, Astir Beach, Vouliagmeni Lake, and other historical landmarks like the Acropolis and Planetarium.
Overview:
First stop: Acropolis
Timings: 10am - 5:20pm
Frequency: Every 2 hours
No. of stops: 19
Top sights to see on the Big Bus Athens bus tour
Acropolis
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Big Bus Athens: Recommended itineraries
Athens in 1 day/24 hours
Athens in 2 days/48 hours
Only have 24 hours to spend in Athens? Worry not! There’s a lot of ground you can cover in that time. Board a bus on the Athens Line (Grey Route) and begin your day with:
- A visit to the National Archaeological Museum. Take a step back in time as you wander through these halls, discovering the art and antiques of the Ancient Greeks.
- Keep the museum momentum going by heading to the New Acropolis Museum, a cultural landmark dedicated to preserving millennia-old Greek art and traditions.
- After a quick lunch in the neighborhood, board the bus to the Acropolis. Home to the Parthenon, and several other iconic Ancient Greek monuments, the Acropolis is a must-see for both history lovers and casual visitors.
- In the early evening, head to the Temple of Zeus. No Athenian itinerary is complete without a visit to this monument. Dedicated to the king of the Olympians, this architectural marvel is a testament to the timelessness of Ancient Greek culture.
- End your day by grabbing dinner at a local eatery.
If you’re a slow-paced traveler who prefers to take your time exploring, then two days should be just the right amount of time for you to see the very best of Greece. Here’s how you can spend those two days:
Day 1: The sandy shores of Athens are postcard-perfect and begging to be explored. So, board the Riviera Line early on in the day and prepare yourself for a day of seaside adventuring. Visit Vouliagmeni Lake, Glyfada Beach, and Kavouri Beach, and spend your morning sunbathing on the shores or wading through the waves. After lunch, board a bus on the Athens Line and head to the Acropolis. Spend the afternoon discovering the Parthenon and other ancient monuments that have stood the test of time.
Day 2 - Athens Line (Grey Route): Begin your day with a visit to the majestic Temple of Zeus, a characteristic landmark of Athens. After an early lunch, spend your afternoon wandering the halls of the National Archaeological Museum and the New Acropolis Museum. Wind down at the end of your day by doing a full loop of the Athens Line. Pull your phone out and capture the very best of the Athenian cityscape.
Frequently asked questions about Big Bus Athens Hop-on Hop-off bus tours
Do my kids need separate tickets for the Big Bus Athens Hop-on Hop-off tour?
Yes, they do. However, children between the ages of 3 -15 are eligible for discounted tickets. Children below the age of 3 can travel for free, provided you show their IDs upon boarding.
Are Athens Big Bus tours wheelchair accessible?
Yes, this tour is wheelchair accessible. If you have any other disabilities, please get in touch with the operator in advance so they can assist you better.
Are pets and guide dogs allowed on the Big Bus Athens bus tour?
Pets are not allowed on this Hop-on Hop-off tour. You can, however, bring your guide dogs along.
How frequent are the Big Bus Athens Hop-on Hop-off bus tours?
Depending on the route you choose, you can expect a bus once every 20 minutes, 75 minutes, or every 2 hours.
Do Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Athens bus tours offer meals?
No, there are no meal options on this Hop-on Hop-off tour.