Athens City Sightseeing: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours Covering Acropolis, Parthenon and More

Explore the ancient city of Athens on a hop-on hop-off bus tour. Visit iconic landmarks like the Acropolis and Parthenon, and learn about Greek mythology and philosophy. Choose from 24, 48, or 72-hour passes and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Athens.

Duration: 4 hours, 40 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Athens Route (Route)

Operating Schedule: From Terminal: A1 - Syntagma Square: First departure at 8:30am. Last departure at 6:30pm. Frequency - every 15 minutes
Times subject to change at any time, check locally for latest timetable.

1. Syntagma
Syntagma Square

2. Melina Mercouri Monument
Acropolis / Plaka

3. Chatzichristou 6Α
Acropolis Museum

4. Kiosk
The Acropolis & Parthenon (Interchange: Piraeus Route)

5. Melina Mercouri Monument
Temple of Zeus

6. Syntagma
Parliament / National Gardens

7. Leof. Vasilissis Sofias 642
The Four Museums

8. 5th FECMA Pan-European Credit Congress
The National Gallery

9. Statue
Anicent Olympic Stadium

10. Oμόνοια 118
National Library

11. 28is Oktovriou 53
National Archaeological Museum

12. Pl. Omonias 3
Omonia Square

13. ATM Alpha Bank
Karaiskaki Square

14. Ermou 137
Monastiraki Square

15. Town Hall
Kotzia Square

Points of Interest

  • Acropolis

  • Parthenon

  • National Archaeological Museum

  • National Gallery - Alexandros Soutzos Museum

  • Omonia Square

  • Temple of Olympian Zeus

  • Panathenaic Stadium

  • National Garden

  • Acropolis Museum

  • Kotzia Square

  • National Library of Greece

  • Syntagma Station

Piraeus Route (April - October only) (Route)

Operating Schedule: From Interchange: A4 - Acropolis / Parthenon: First departure at 11am. Last departure at 6pm. Frequency - every 60 minutes
Times subject to change at any time, check locally for latest timetable.

In Winter (November - March), the Piraeus Route will operate 2 tours only per day, times may vary though customers will need to check locally for the latest timetable.
On cruise ship days, the tour will operate every 30 minutes from 8am until approx. 6:15pm

  1. Pantion University

  2. Niarchos Foundation

  3. Municipal Theatre

  4. Cruise Terminals A & B

  5. Lions Gate

  6. Archaeological Museum of Piraeus

  7. Votsalakia Beach

  8. Mikrolimano Harbour

  9. Planetarium - Marriott Hotel

  10. Grand Hyatt & Intercontinental

11. Kiosk
The Acropolis & Parthenon (Interchange: Piraeus Route)

Points of Interest

  • Municipal Theatre of Piraeus

  • Lion Gate

  • Archaeological Museum of Piraeus

Beach/Riviera Route (April - October only) (Route)

Operating Schedule: From Interchange: A2 - Acropolis / PLAKA: First departure at 9am. Last departure at 5pm. Frequency - every 60 minutes
Times subject to change at any time.

1. Melina Mercouri Monument
Acropolis / Plaka

  1. Pantion University

  2. Niarchos Foundation

  3. Faliro / Flisvos

  4. Edem

  5. Agios Kosmas Beach

  6. Bomo Palace

  7. Glyfada Beach

  8. Asteria Beach

  9. Divani Apollon

  10. Oceanis Beach / Astir Palace

  11. Vouliagmeni Lake

  12. Pigadakia

  13. Blazer Suites

  14. Glyfada Town

  15. Golf

  16. Agios Kosmas

  17. Kalamaki

  18. Poseidon Hotel

  19. Planetarium - Marriott Hotel

  20. Grand Hyatt & Intercontinental

22. Melina Mercouri Monument
Temple of Zeus

Points of Interest

  • Glyfada

  • Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre

  • Flisvos Marina

  • Glyfada Beach

  • Lake Vouliagmeni

What's Included
  • Free local Greek beer (venue may change)
  • 48-hour or 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass (depending on ticket selected)
  • Access to up to 3 bus routes (depending on ticket selected)
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Discover the very best of Athens with a 48-hour or 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass. Athens is an incredibly ancient city, and on this double-decker bus tour, you’ll see all of the key sights, including the Temple of Zeus, the Acropolis & Parthenon, the National Library, the Ancient Olympic Stadium, the National Gardens, and much more! Learn all about ancient Greek mythology and philosophy, thanks to the informative on-board audio commentary. Hop on and off as many times as you please within the chosen time period, getting a closer look at the Athenian history on show. This sightseeing tour provides access to up to 3 bus routes depending on the ticket chosen, giving you the chance to properly immerse yourself in this city’s culture!

  • Athens route operates all year round, excluding 17th November, 25th December and 1st January.
  • Piraeus, Beach & Riviera routes operate 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
  • Mobile and printed paper vouchers accepted for this tour.
  • With your voucher, enjoy flexible access for up to 12 months from the travel date you select at check-out.
  • Beach Riviera Route (from Interchange: A2 - Acropolis / PLAKA): First departure at 9am. Last departure at 5pm. Duration - 110 minutes. Frequency - every 60 minutes
  • 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.
  • In Winter (November - March), the Piraeus Route will operate 2 tours only per day, times may vary though customers will need to check locally for the latest timetable. On cruise ship days, the tour will operate every 30 minutes from 8am until approx. 6:15pm
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Kina_w
Sep 30, 2024
Great experience, we will be using Viator again. - I purchased a 48 hour, but we were only able to use it for 24 hours due to our flight.. Glad we were able to still use it. While on the bus we were able to see the changing of the Guards, the Arts area and more than we expected. It was worth the ride.
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Mercy_r
Sep 29, 2024
The city tour definitely must do! - It was a wonderful city tour,❤️ We will Do it again in the future. For the beach tour we did not stop because we have a limited time and the bus doesn’t come more often not like the city. It was visible enough for us to see the different beaches are beautiful.❤️❤️❤️
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Brendan_b
Sep 26, 2024
The birthplace of many ideas - The Birthplace of so many ideas - the bus is a great way to orientate yourself around the city. Pretty good value for money too
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Stephanie
Sep 22, 2024
Reasonable Award and good service - Really good service. The drivers talk together so you can reach the different line shifts. Reasonable Award. Especially Marselo was very serviceminded
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Christiana_o
Sep 22, 2024
Good way to familiarise yourself - I booked the 48 hrs Athens and the ports line. Passing through the most iconic buildings in central Athens. I booked online which was very easy but I wasn’t quite sure how it works. The Athens line workers were very helpful at giving information of when the next bus was due. I would recommend it to anyone new in the city.
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Kazaskins
Sep 21, 2024
Good way to see lots of attractions - Convenient way to get around between all the tourist attractions. Not always 15 minutes in between busses, and sometimes they are full so you have to wait for the next one. Air conditioning was a blessing.
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Randy_k
Sep 28, 2024
Not wonderful - Not many positive things I can say. The traffic stymied the length of each route, so the time we had to explore was minimal. Can’t really blame the traffic on Viator, but the one long route took way too much to complete with little to see. Then the rain storm kinda put a damper on the whole thing. The driver was polite. The headphones and narrative worked. Have done Hop On Hop Off many times. This was not one of the more successful rides for us.
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Suzan_s
Sep 25, 2024
Average - If you’re in a hurry to get somewhere, this is not the way to travel. If you have a reservation somewhere, probably be very early as the bus line is late quite frequently. Traveling along the Riviera on this bus was excellent, but through Athens was not what we expected. It was a good experience.
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Bobss8500qf
Sep 23, 2024
Find a different way around - Have done this bus in another 6 cities through Europe, all excellent. Athens is not a good city for this bus. Very heavy traffic for half of the route makes it unenjoyable with many stops in traffic that grind it to a halt. Also uses same route stops back and forth for 1/3 of trip before going on to other stops. Worst of all I've been on.
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Boltonbev
Sep 25, 2024
Walking would be best where you can - Absolutely awful idea for the location. Used these buses numerous destinations but here was just awful. Too much traffic, meaning a 90 minute route takes 4 hours without getting off anywhere to sightsee. Of course they don't tell you this and even in the bus the narrator says the same. If you want to see Athens sufficiently you’re best walking where you can. This also means you can do some sightseeing and shopping along the way. Maybe they should start placing bus lanes or tourism lanes, this may assist but the vast amount of traffic was just madness.
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