Athens Shore Excursion: Athens and Piraeus Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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Summary

Starts
Athens
Languages
German, Russian, Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, Greek, English, Italian, French, Turkish, Dutch, Hebrew, and Spanish
Difficulty
Easy
Admission
Mobile ticket
Minimum age
6 years

Description

Make the most of your time in Greece with this hop-on, hop-off bus tour of Athens and Piraeus. Explore ancient sites like the Acropolis and the Temple of Zeus, stroll through charming neighborhoods, and visit popular attractions at your own pace. Your ticket includes access to 2 bus routes and onboard commentary to guide your experience. Enjoy the flexibility to hop on and off as many times as you like during your chosen 24, 48, or 72-hour duration.

The Piraeus Route, running from April to October, comprises 11 stops and 4 points of interest, including the Archaeological Museum of Piraeus, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Syntagma Station, and Mikrolimano. With a duration of 1 hour and 20 minutes, the route operates from 12:15 pm to 6:15 pm with a frequency of every 60 minutes. During winter (November to March), there are 2 tours per day, while on cruise ship days, the tour runs every 30 minutes from 8 am to approximately 6:15 pm.

The Athens Route offers 15 stops and 8 points of interest, covering iconic landmarks such as City Sightseeing, Kotzia Square, the National Archaeological Museum, the National Library of Greece, the Benaki Museum - Museum of Greek Culture, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Syntagma Station, and the Acropolis Museum. With a duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes, the route operates from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm, with the last departure at 7 pm, running every 30 minutes.

Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in 13 languages: German, Russian, Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, Greek, English, Italian, French, Turkish, Dutch, Hebrew, and Spanish.

The starting point for this ports of call tour is located in Athens.

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 15 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

Confirmation is received upon booking. This Athens tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible. Cruise passengers arriving at the Cruise Terminal can join the tour at bus stops 4, 5 & 6 on the Piraeus route (if a ticket including the Piraeus route is selected). The Athens route operates year-round, excluding specific dates, while the Piraeus, Beach & Riviera routes operate from April to October. Mobile and printed vouchers are accepted, offering flexible access for up to 12 months from the selected travel date.

The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Experience the best of Athens and Piraeus with this hop-on, hop-off bus tour. With informative commentary through the headset and the freedom to explore at your own pace, it's the perfect way to discover the city. The representatives at each stop make planning your trip a breeze, ensuring a time-efficient and stress-free exploration.

Join this Athens tour for an easy and convenient way to learn more about Greek history while hitting all the major sights. Don't miss out on this excellent experience – book your tour today!

Travelers who have booked this ports of call tour before have rated their experience an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars in 578 reviews.

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Included

24-hour, 48-hour or 3-day hop-on hop-off bus pass depending on ticket selected
Access to up to 3 bus routes depending on ticket selected

Destinations

AthensAthens

Map

Attractions

Acropolis Research Center, 1st District of Athens, Municipality of Athens, Regional Unit of Central Athens, Attica, GreeceAcropolis Research Center
photo of view of Building of Greek parliament in Syntagma square, Athens, Greece.Syntagma Square
photo of Benaki Museum, Athens, Greece.Benaki Museum
Photo of the National Archaeological Museum in Athens houses the most important artifacts from a variety of archaeological locations around Greece from prehistory to late antiquity.National Archaeological Museum of Athens
Photo of the Temple of Olympian Zeus (considered one of the biggest of the ancient world), Greece.Temple of Olympian Zeus

Options

48hr - Athens & Piraeus Lines
Explore the Athens and Piraeus lines with our 48-hour hop on hop off bus ticket.
48hr All Routes
Explore the Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera lines with our 48-hour hop on hop off bus ticket.
48 Hour - Athens Line
Explore the Athens Line with our 48-hour hop on hop off bus ticket.
48hr - Athens & Riviera Lines
Explore the Athens and Beach Riviera lines with our 48-hour hop on hop off bus ticket.
24hr Athens only line

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
For cruise passengers arriving at the Cruise Terminal, bus stops 4, 5 & 6 on the Piraeus route will be the nearest stops at which to join the tour (if ticket including Piraeus route is selected).
Athens route operates all year round, excluding 17th November, 25th December and 1st January.
Piraeus, Beach & Riviera routes operates April - October only.
Piraeus Route (from Interchange: A4 - Acropolis / Parthenon): First departure at 11am. Last departure at 6pm. Tour duration - 80 minutes. Frequency - every 60 minutes
Athens Route (from Terminal: A1 - Syntagma Square): First departure at 8:30am. Last departure at 6:30pm. Duration - 90 minutes. Frequency - every 15 minutes
Beach Riviera Route (from Interchange: A2 - Acropolis / PLAKA): First departure at 9am. Last departure at 5pm. Duration - 110 minutes. Frequency - every 60 minutes
With your voucher, enjoy flexible access for up to 12 months from the travel date you select at check-out.
Mobile and printed paper vouchers accepted for this tour.

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