Athens, Piraeus, & Beach Riviera City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

City Sightseeing Athens
City Sightseeing Athens
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Description

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

Set your itinerary and explore Athens your way with this ultimate hop-on hop-off bus tour! Customize your journey with multiple routes and flexible passes to suit your style and uncover the rich stories behind Athens' iconic landmarks. Ideal for solo travelers and families, this activity lets you dive into the city’s ancient wonders at your own pace.

Travelers have rated this tour 4.1 out of 5 stars in 1,643 reviews.

During your Athens sightseeing bus tour, you can choose between 3 routes: the Athens, Piraeus, and Riviera routes. Alternatively, you can explore all three lines.

The Athens route comprises 15 stops, with buses departing every 15 minutes. Look forward to spotting renowned sites like the Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Olympian Zeus, National Garden, and Acropolis Museum.

The Piraeus route covers 11 stops and is ideal for visiting famous landmarks like the Municipal Theatre of Piraeus, Lion Gate, Archaeological Museum of Piraeus, and Eugenides Planetarium.

The Beach or Riviera route has 22 stops. Take this option to explore top attractions like the Glyfada Golf Course, Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center, Flisvos Marina, Glyfada Beach, and Lake Vouliagmeni.

Please note that the Piraeus and Beach/Riviera routes are only available from April to October. Operation times may change without prior notice, so we recommend checking the latest timetable locally for the most up-to-date information.

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.

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 9 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

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

Don’t miss the chance to explore Athens in the most flexible and fun way possible! Secure your pass for this hop-on hop-off bus tour today and start crafting your perfect Athens adventure.

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Included

24-hour, 48-hour or 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass depending on ticket selected
Free Wi-Fi
Free local Greek beer - venue may change so check locally
Access to up to 3 bus routes depending on ticket selected
Audio guide commentary in 13 languages + headphones

Destinations

AthensAthens

Map

Attractions

Omonia Square, 1st District of Athens, Municipality of Athens, Regional Unit of Central Athens, Attica, GreeceOmonia Square
Acropolis Research Center, 1st District of Athens, Municipality of Athens, Regional Unit of Central Athens, Attica, GreeceAcropolis Research Center
photo of view of Eugenides Planetarium, Municipality of Palaio Faliro, Greece.Eugenides Planetarium
photo of view of Building of Greek parliament in Syntagma square, Athens, Greece.Syntagma Square
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
AcropolisAcropolis
Photo of the Parthenon that is a temple on the Athenian Acropolis in Greece.Parthenon

Options

48-Hour All Routes
48hr All Routes: Explore the Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera lines with our 48-hour hop on hop off bus ticket.
48hr Ticket - Athens Line
48hr Athens Line : Explore the Athens Line with our 48-hour hop on hop off bus ticket.
24hr Ticket - Athens Line
24hr Athens only line
72-Hour All Routes
Explore the Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera lines with our 72-hour hop on hop off bus ticket.

Good to know

This tour will not operate on Friday 28th February due to a large demonstration and general strike taking place in the city centre
Athens Line: 8:30am - 4:30pm. Piraeus Line: Departures at 1pm and 3pm from Stop A4. Beach & Riviera Line: Departures at 11am, 1pm and 3pm from Stop A2
Operating Schedule until 31st March 2025:
Times, frequencies and inclusions are subject to change at any time and with little to no notice. Please check in-destination for the latest timetable.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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.
Athens Route (from Terminal: A1 - Syntagma Square): First departure at 8:30am. Last departure at 6:30pm. Duration - 90 minutes. Frequency - every 15 minutes
Piraeus, Beach & Riviera routes operate April - October only.
Athens route operates all year round, excluding 17th November, 25th December and 1st January.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Wheelchair accessible
Piraeus Route (from Interchange: A4 - Acropolis / Parthenon): First departure at 11am. Last departure at 6pm. Tour duration - 80 minutes. Frequency - every 60 minutes

Verified reviews

4.1
1,643 reviews
All languages
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John_S

Amazing!

Track the buses using the QR code displayed at the bus stops. Great route to see all aspects of the city

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Global49482168274

Amazing!

I had a divine experience with my girlfriend being guided by our tour guide Vasilis Thalassinos. Everything I could ask for an more. Our tour guide, Vasilis Thalassinos, made the the adventure even better then any domestic experience I have been part of in the United States. I would totally recommend this experience especially with Vasilis A++++

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nivm15

Amazing!

Everything was perfect; Vasilis provided excellent service throughout our stay. I highly recommend him and the tour.

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Dianne_Qld_Aust

Amazing!

Thanks to Vasilis Thalassinos for help with ticket information, and finding me a bathroom! Much appreciated for your help.

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mandy_s

Amazing!

Very easy way to get around and see the city. Convenient to the port. Lots of stops and easy to understand.

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Maria_J

Amazing!

Touring acropolis from Hyatt Grand Hotel. was a nice trip. But we didn’t have enough time to cruise the city because we booked to see the Acropolis as well and spent more time inside discovering the ruins. We weee fascinated and had an amazing time.

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Customer C

06/12/2024, 10:36

Good afternoon,

Thank you very much for sharing your comments about your experience with City Sightseeing.

We are delighted that you enjoyed your time on board our red buses.

Thank you for your kind comments to our staff, we assure you that we will let you know.

We look forward to seeing you again at any other City Sightseeing destination.

Yours sincerely,

Customer Service Agent.

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johnathanb991

Amazing!

Fantastic - would highly recommend for a high-level overview of the city. Convenient stop locations and friendly staff.

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Customer C

06/12/2024, 10:35

Good afternoon,

Thank you very much for sharing your comments about your experience with City Sightseeing.

We are delighted that you enjoyed your time on board our red buses.

Thank you for your kind comments to our staff, we assure you that we will let you know.

We look forward to seeing you again at any other City Sightseeing destination.

Yours sincerely,

Customer Service Agent.

K

Kerrie_F

Amazing!

Hop on hop off bus was the perfect way to see Athens and select the sites that you want to visit. Had a 2 day pass which was very reasonable and made sightseeing easy.

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Denise_P

Amazing!

These are always the best way to get to know the city if you are a first timer. Each stop makes you explore around. The only downfall is that takes some time to wait for the bus. They say every 15 minutes; however, with traffic can’t be so. It would also be great to have another way of tracking, when traveling international you may not have access to Internet.

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Customer C

22/11/2024, 07:47

Dear customer,

We sincerely appreciate you sharing your opinion and recommendation about our tour in the Tripadvisor community. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed our tour and we will take note of your feedback regarding traffic tracking.

We sincerely hope to welcome you back to one of our more than 100 destinations. We are committed to always providing you with high-quality, memorable experiences in each of our cities.

Thank you again for your support and choice of City Sightseeing.

Best regards,

Quality Department

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Stephanie_T

Amazing!

A great, cost effective way to get around Athens. It hits all the major highlights, you can take your own time, and the staff at several stops were very friendly and helpful.

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Customer C

20/11/2024, 06:12

Dear customer,

We sincerely appreciate your assessment. At City Sightseeing we continuously strive to provide excellent service to our clients.

We are pleased to know that our colleagues were at your disposal to help you, and we appreciate the kind feedback you have given us about them.

Without a doubt, our staff is a fundamental key to the company to be able to offer the best possible service.

Besides, we are happy to hear that you enjoyed both our bus tour and that the audio guide explanations were to your liking.

We look forward to having the pleasure of welcoming you again soon on board our services at any City Sightseeing destinations.

Best regards,

Quality Department

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