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City Sightseeing Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours
Athens, Greece
From $25.12
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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
- 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Experience the best of Athens over two or three days on this hop-on hop-off Athens sightseeing bus tour. Travel around by open-top double-decker bus and create your own itinerary. Learn about Athens’ history from the onboard audio guide and explore up to three routes, depending on the package you choose: the Athens line, the Piraeus line, and the Riviera line. There’s even a free Greek beer.
- Hop-on hop-off Athens sightseeing tour with audio commentary
- Set your own itinerary and explore Athens at your own pace
- Upgrade to include the Piraeus and Riviera lines
- Choose from a 48- or 72-hour pass, covering 1–3 lines
What's Included
- 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
- Free local Greek beer - venue may change so check locally
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
Set your own itinerary and explore the spectacular city of Athens at your own pace on this hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour.
Armed with your ticket, simply hop aboard the open-top, double-decker bus, and get acquainted with the top attractions of the sight-packed Greek capital as you drive around its pretty streets, age-old monuments, and sun-burnished squares.
Sit back and admire 360-degree views of the treasures and listen to revealing onboard audio commentary. And whenever you’re ready, hop off at any of the stops around the city to sightsee at leisure.
Your hop-on hop-off bus ticket is valid for 48 or 72 hours and can cover 1–3 lines. To hit the beaches, opt for a ticket that includes the Riviera Line; for easy transport from the cruise terminal, pick an option that includes the Piraeus line.
See the itinerary below for a list of hop-on hop-off stops.
Armed with your ticket, simply hop aboard the open-top, double-decker bus, and get acquainted with the top attractions of the sight-packed Greek capital as you drive around its pretty streets, age-old monuments, and sun-burnished squares.
Sit back and admire 360-degree views of the treasures and listen to revealing onboard audio commentary. And whenever you’re ready, hop off at any of the stops around the city to sightsee at leisure.
Your hop-on hop-off bus ticket is valid for 48 or 72 hours and can cover 1–3 lines. To hit the beaches, opt for a ticket that includes the Riviera Line; for easy transport from the cruise terminal, pick an option that includes the Piraeus line.
See the itinerary below for a list of hop-on hop-off stops.
Piraeus Route (April - October only)
11 Stops
4 Points of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Operating Schedule: 12:15pm - 6:15pm, 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
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Lisikratous 1
Sotiros Dios 15
Telōneio
Akti Miaouli 238
The Nelson Exhibition
Akti Kountouriotou 13
Leof. Al. Papanastasiou 68
Leof. Andrea Siggrou 387
Aristotelous 1
Kiosk
Points of interest passed by on this route
Municipal Theatre of Piraeus
Lion Gate
Archaeological Museum of Piraeus
Eugenides Planetarium
Athens Route
15 Stops
12 Points of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Operating Schedule: 8:30am - 8:30pm, every 30 minutes. Last departure at 7pm Times subject to change at any time, check locally for latest timetable.
Syntagma
Melina Mercouri Monument
Chatzichristou 6Α
Kiosk
Melina Mercouri Monument
Syntagma
Leof. Vasilissis Sofias 642
5th FECMA Pan-European Credit Congress
Statue
Oμόνοια 118
28is Oktovriou 53
Pl. Omonias 3
ATM Alpha Bank
Ermou 137
Town Hall
Points of interest passed by on this route
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
Beach/Riviera Route (April - October only)
22 Stops
9 Points of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes
Operating Schedule: Operating 9:35am - 5:35pm, every 60 minutes Times subject to change at any time.
Melina Mercouri Monument
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Lisikratous 1
Trokantero
Edem
4η ΚΑΛΑΜΑΚΙΟΥ
Palace Hotel Glyfada
Leof. Poseidonos 82
Xanthou 1
ΑΓ. ΝΙΚΟΛΑΟΣ
Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort
Limnē
Leof. Kon/nou Karamanli 223
Pikpa
ΠΛ. ΓΛΥΦΑΔΑΣ
2η ΓΛΥΦΑΔΑΣ
4η ΚΑΛΑΜΑΚΙΟΥ
Casamania
POSEIDON ATHENS HOTEL
Leof. Andrea Siggrou 387
Aristotelous 1
Melina Mercouri Monument
Points of interest passed by on this route
Glyfada Golf Course
Glyfada
Eugenides Foundation Library
Eugenides Planetarium
Melina Mercouri Foundation
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre
Flisvos Marina
Glyfada Beach
Lake Vouliagmeni
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Piraeus route runs from 12:15pm - 6:15pm, every 60 minutes. Duration - 80 minutes for full loop.
- Athens route runs from 8:30am - 8:30pm, every 30 minutes. Duration - 90 minutes for full loop. Last departure at 7pm
- Mobile and printed paper vouchers accepted for this tour.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Reviews
4.0
1,406 reviews
Teresa_B, Apr 2024
Getting to see Athens and not having to drive in the traffic. The buses were clean and on time. The drivers were friendly when asked a question.
Johan_G, Apr 2024
I thought we booked for all three routes but was turned down on the Piraeus route. The driver was kind enough to take us to the joint stop of the City tour.
Make sure you read detail carefully.
Clara_S, Apr 2024
Great experience. A lot to see. Need more time next time I come. One day it is not enough.
Busses were delayed sometimes but not critical
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Esteemed customer,
Thank you for sharing your feedback about your experience with our City Sightseeing Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours! We are thrilled to hear that you had a great experience and found there was a lot to see.
We understand that Athens has a rich history and many attractions to explore, and we agree that one day might not be enough to fully experience everything the city has to offer. We appreciate your understanding regarding any delays you encountered with our buses and are glad to hear that they were not critical to your overall experience and you were able to enjoy the wonderful Hop On Hop Off experience provided by us. We strive to deliver the best experience possible based on excelence and professional personal attendance.
Thank you for choosing our tour, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another visit in the future. If you need any assistance with planning your next trip or have any further feedback, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Warm regards,
Customer Care department.
Gary_B, Apr 2024
Didn’t get to do this tour since the meeting location wasn’t where we were originally told. Been trying to resolve with tour operator but can’t reach them.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Dear valued guest,
We're deeply sorry to hear about the inconvenience you experienced with the pickup location for our City Sightseeing Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours. Your feedback is incredibly important to us, and we apologize for any frustration or disappointment this may have caused.
We understand how crucial accurate information is, and we sincerely regret any confusion caused by the discrepancy in the pickup location. Please know that we take your feedback seriously and will investigate this matter further to prevent similar issues from occurring in the future.
We apologize for any difficulty you may have encountered in reaching our tour operator to resolve this issue. Rest assured, we will do our utmost to assist you in resolving the matter promptly. If you could provide us with your contact information, we will reach out to you directly to address your concerns.
Once again, we apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. If there's anything else we can do to assist you, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Warm regards,
Customer Care department.
Kelly_F, Apr 2024
Great way to get around to all the best places in Athens! Did the 48 hour 3 line pass. Worth every penny.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you found our 48-hour 3-line pass for the City Sightseeing Athens tour to be a great way to explore the city and visit all the best places. We strive to provide excellent value and convenience to our guests, and we're thrilled that you found it to be worth every penny.
Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're grateful for your recommendation. If you ever find yourself in Athens again, we'd be honored to welcome you back for another memorable experience.
Warm regards,
Customer Care department.
Ignacio_I, Apr 2024
Pragmatic way of visiting Athens when you only have one or two days. Three different lines are touring around the city to show you the best parts with the possibility of stepping down where you want
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Esteemed customer,
Thank you for your positive review! We're delighted to hear that you found our City Sightseeing Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours to be a pragmatic and useful way of exploring Athens, especially when you have limited time available.
We understand that time is precious, and we strive to provide convenient and comprehensive tours that allow our guests to make the most of their visit. We're thrilled that you found our three different lines to be helpful in showcasing the best parts of the city, with the flexibility to hop on and off where you want.
Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we appreciate your feedback. If you ever find yourself in Athens again, we'd be honored to welcome you back for another memorable experience.
Warm regards,
Customer Care department.
Janice_m, Apr 2024
This was an awesome way to see the city. Easy to navigate. Excellent people helping at the main stops. Would do it again in another city.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Esteemed customer,
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had an awesome experience with our City Sightseeing Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours.
We're delighted that you found it to be a great way to see the city and that you found it easy to navigate. Providing excellent service and assistance to our guests is our top priority, and we're glad to hear that our team at the main stops was helpful.
We truly appreciate your recommendation, and we would be honored to welcome you back for another memorable tour in another city. If you have any further feedback or if there's anything else we can assist you with, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Warm regards,
Customer Care department.
David_W, Apr 2024
Easy to get around.. operated closed to everything we wanted to see. Operating hours a little limited to include all we wanted to see.. but we saw plenty and the operators/drivers were helpful in almost every case
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Esteemed Customer,
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We truly appreciate your kind words regarding the ease of navigating our services and our proximity to the attractions you wished to visit in Barcelona.
We apologize for any inconvenience caused by our operating hours not fully accommodating all the sights you had hoped to see. Your feedback regarding this limitation is invaluable, and we will certainly take it into consideration as we review and adjust our operating schedules to better meet the needs of our guests.
We are pleased to hear that despite this limitation, you were able to see plenty of what Barcelona has to offer and that our operators and drivers were helpful throughout your experience. Providing excellent service and assistance to our guests is our top priority, and we are glad that we could contribute to making your visit as enjoyable as possible.
Should you have any further comments or suggestions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us directly. We sincerely appreciate your patronage and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for an even more fulfilling experience in the future.
Best regards,
Customer Care department.
christine_s, Apr 2024
I have come from Rockport, TX. We had a 3 day pass and the experience has been amazing. We were able to learn so much about the city and how to see where we wanted to spend our time here. The bus was fun, the view was exceptional, and the ease of travel was wonderful. Thank you so much for the cost effective, exceptional experience.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Esteemed customer,
We're truly delighted to hear about your wonderful experience with us during your visit from Rockport, TX! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback.
It's fantastic to know that our 3-day pass provided you with an amazing experience and the opportunity to explore the city at your own pace. We're thrilled that you found our tour informative and that it helped you plan your time in the city effectively.
We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the bus ride, the exceptional views, and the convenience of traveling around the city with ease. Providing a fun and comfortable experience for our guests is always our top priority, and we're thrilled that we could exceed your expectations.
Your kind words about our cost-effective and exceptional experience truly mean the world to us. We're honored to have had the opportunity to be a part of your journey, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future for more memorable experiences.
Thank you once again for choosing us and for your wonderful review!
Best regards,
Customer Care department.
Brenda_B, Apr 2024
My daughter and I were able to see things on the bus tours that we would never have been able to do on our own. The drivers were friendly and helpful answering our questions.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Esteemed customer,
We're delighted to hear that you and your daughter had such a wonderful experience on our bus tours! It's fantastic to know that our tours provided you with the opportunity to see and experience things that you might not have been able to do on your own.
Our drivers take great pride in providing friendly and helpful service to our guests, and we're thrilled that they were able to assist you and answer your questions throughout your journey. Creating memorable and enjoyable experiences for our guests is always our top priority, and we're delighted that we could contribute to your enjoyment of the city.
Thank you for choosing our bus tours and for sharing your positive feedback with us. If there's anything else we can assist you with or if you have any further comments, please don't hesitate to reach out. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you and your daughter back for more adventures in the future!
Best regards,
Customer Care department.
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