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Athens, Greece

Big Bus Tours: Athens Hop On, Hop
Off Bus Tour

starting from$ 28.08 p.p.
  • 48 / 72 Hours

Tour Overview

Take advantage of the Hop On Hop Off Athens buses to see the city, listen to live and recorded commentary, and enjoy expansive city views. The Athens Line (Red) Route's well-located stops make the city accessible and cover all of the main attractions. With Hop On Hop Off Athens, experience the allure of the stunning Greek city. Get a ticket for a simple and adaptable tour that lets you get on and off at the attractions of your choosing.

Highlights

  • Explore the history and culture of Athens from ancient times to the present with the Athens Hop-on, Hop-off bus tour.
  • Discover the highlights of Athens' extensive historical heritage and visit cultural landmarks and attractions along the Athens Line (Red) Route.
  • This Hop On Hop Off Athens bus tour ticket offers complete flexibility, allowing you to reschedule your bus tour to a different date.
  • The stops are strategically placed near Athens' most notable landmarks and sights, facilitating easy exploration at your own pace with the Hop On Hop Off Athens Discover Ticket.

Tour Description

Athens makes a significant contribution to Greece's tourism sector. Numerous ancient villages, monuments, and archaeological sites can be found there. In general, archaeology and culture are the main attractions of Athens tourism. The amazing city that never sleeps has a lot of sites to see. When it comes to seeing Ancient Greece and learning about its majestic temples and imposing monuments that have stood the test of time, there is no place like Athens.

The Athens Line (Red):

Our Athens Route passes through all of the city's main attractions and shopping malls

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Inclusions

  • 48 & 72-Hour Hop-on, Hop-off
  • Athens Route (With All Tickets)
  • Piraeus Route & Riviera Route (With Essential & Explore Ticket)
  • 50-Minutes Night Tour (With Explore Ticket)

Athens (Red) Route:
  • First Bus: 08:28am, Last Bus: 06:00pm
  • Full Loop: Approx. 2 Hours
  • Bus Frequency: Every 20 minutes
Piraeus (Purple) Route:
  • First Bus: 09:40am, Last Bus: 05:00pm 
  • Full Loop: Approx. 80 Minutes
  • Bus Frequency: Every 40 minutes.
Riviera (Green) Route:
  • First Bus: 09:00am, Last Bus: 05:00pm 
  • Full Loop: 2 Hours
  • Bus Frequency: Every 1 Hour

Night Tour:

  • Departure Timings: 08:15pm & 09:15pm
  • Duration: 50 minutes.
  • Starting Point: Stop #6: Parliament located at 13-15, Vasilisis Amalias Av. (next to the Parliament).

  • Provide the staff member with your printed or mobile ticket, and they will give you a receipt that you may use to board the Big Bus.
  • Throughout the time that your ticket is valid, this receipt is required.
  • When the bus is being boarded, a Big Bus Tours employee will verify the code on the ticket.
  • The company or bus operator will not provide a refund if a voucher or ticket is misplaced.

Voucher Validity:

  • Remember that your vouchers will remain valid for the 6 months from the date of purchase.

Important Info:

  • There may be disruptions due to weather, traffic, and events. Refunds due to weather will not be issued unless the service is suspended due to weather.
  • Infants will continue to travel free of charge and without a ticket while placed on the lap of a paying adult (up to two infants per adult). If the infant needs a separate individual seat, a kid category ticket must be ordered.
  • Multiday tickets may only be used on consecutive days.
  • Complimentary ear phones are provided, or you may use your own wired earbuds with a jack plug.
  • Mobile App: Download "Big Bus Tours" mobile app to find the nearest bus stops, interactive route map, daily operational updates and city monuments.
  • Road closures and heavy traffic can result in delays, reduced trips, and route modifications. We'll make every effort to deliver a seamless and regular service! Under these circumstances, there will be no refund
  • Night Tour: Kindly ask for your night tour ticket at the time of your hop on hop off ticket redemption. Seats are allocated on a first-come first-served basis, we highly recommend customers to arrive to the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour departure.

  • To get the full refund, you must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the activity/tour start time. If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time, you will not get any refund.
  • Modifications/ changes are allowed at least 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time.
  • You must contact us through email. The activity/tour's local start time determines the cut-off times.

  • There may be unexpected changes in the route or timetable due to traffic, public holidays, weather conditions, cruise ship arrivals, or other unanticipated situations. During major events, summer vacations, and weekends, the city will be quite busy. We will do everything we can to provide a smooth and consistent service! In such cases, no reimbursement is allowed.
  • Tours run regardless of the weather. Weather-related refunds will not be issued unless the service is discontinued due to inclement weather.
  • The service provider preserves the right to amend or cancel the itinerary due to city events or force majeure.

Customer Reviews

4.6

based on 1602 reviews

Rating Distribution

5 stars
1179
4 stars
257
3 stars
102
2 stars
59
1 stars
5

"Service was inconsistent with delayed buses and confusing routes. Commentary lacked clarity and interest. Overall experience felt disorganized and overpriced compared to other city tour options available nearby."

11 Apr, 2026

"The ride was smooth with comfortable seating and great views. Staff were polite and helpful. A relaxing way to visit major attractions without worrying about transportation hassles."

11 Apr, 2026

"Buses arrived late and stops were poorly marked, causing confusion. Limited seating upstairs made it uncomfortable. The audio guide malfunctioned often, making the tour less informative and enjoyable overall."

11 Apr, 2026

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Get quick answers to common questions about our tours and booking process.

After completing your online purchase, you will receive a voucher by e-mail. You can present this voucher either printed or on your smartphone when boarding. The driver will exchange your voucher for the official ticket, which you must keep for the entire period of validity. Once the voucher is exchanged, it is no longer valid for future use.
Hop on hop off Tours: most of the buses have access ramps, but there are still some that don't
Yes, you can bring small pets on all our vehicles (panoramic buses, trams and boat), as long as they are transported inside appropriate pet carriers and do not occupy a seat. On tours operated with closed buses, only guide dogs are allowed, and they do not need a carrier.
Yes, it is possible as long as it is accommodated in a place that does not block the passage of other passengers.
After completing your online purchase, you will receive a voucher by e-mail. You can present this voucher either printed or on your smartphone when boarding. The driver will exchange your voucher for the official ticket, which you must keep for the entire period of validity.
Yes, you can bring small pets on all our vehicles (panoramic buses, trams and boat), as long as they are transported inside appropriate pet carriers and do not occupy a seat. On tours operated with closed buses, only guide dogs are allowed, and they do not need a carrier.
fter completing your online purchase, you will receive a voucher by e-mail. You can present this voucher either printed or on your smartphone when boarding. The driver will exchange your voucher for the official ticket, which you must keep for the entire period of validity. Once the voucher is exchanged, it is no longer valid for future use.
Hop on hop off Tours: most of the buses have access ramps, but there are still some that don't
Yes, you can bring small pets on all our vehicles (panoramic buses, trams and boat), as long as they are transported inside appropriate pet carriers and do not occupy a seat. On tours operated with closed buses, only guide dogs are allowed, and they do not need a carrier.
Yes, it is possible as long as it is accommodated in a place that does not block the passage of other passengers.

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