Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tours

About hop-on hop-off bus tours in Athens

Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours in Athens offer an informative and flexible way to experience the city. These tours provide access to numerous iconic sites with the freedom to explore at your own pace.
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Travelers can choose from several reputable bus tour companies offering flexible passes valid for various durations. Most tours offer multilingual audio guides to enhance the experience with historical insights and stories about Athens' landmarks. If you want a full breakdown of the differences check out our dedicated section.

The buses often include amenities like free Wi-Fi and air conditioning, ensuring a comfortable journey. Many operators also provide the option for free cancellation, giving travelers peace of mind when planning their itinerary.

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City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

4.3

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Tickets of your choice to City Sightseeing Bus Tours
Multilingual audio guide
Free cancellation

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€20

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Sights of Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

3.9

3600+ reviews

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Tickets of your choice to Sights of Athens Bus Tours
Multilingual audio guide
Free cancellation

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€15

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Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

4.1

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Tickets of your choice to Big Bus Bus Tours
Multilingual audio guide
Free cancellation

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€21

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City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off + Acropolis + Museum

4.8

8+ reviews

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24 hours City Sightseeing ticket (Athens line)
Acropolis and Acropolis Museum tickets
Multilingual audio guide

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€47

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Hop-on hop-off bus tours explained

City Sightseeing

This operator has two main ticket options, the Athens line (24 or 48 hours) and the All lines (48 or 72 hours which includes the Athens, Beach and Riviera lines). There are family tickets that offer a discounted price for 2 adults + up to 2 children (6-12y). The buses are all wheelchair accessible.

The schedule is as follows:

Summer season (April 01 – October 31):

Athens line (Terminal: A1 – Syntagma Sq.) From 08:30 – 20.00 h (Last departure at 18:30)
Piraeus line (Interchange: A4 – Acropolis / Parthenon) 11:00 – 18:00 (every 60 minutes)
Riviera line (Interchange: A2 – Acropolis/ PLAKA) 09:00 – 17:00 (every 60 minutes)

Sights of Athens

This company offers 2 or 3-day tickets, and they all include the Athens, Beach and Riviera lines. They offer family packages for 2 adults + 3 children (5-12y) and all the buses are accesible by wheelchair

The Athens Line (or Orange Line) goes from the Old Parliament in Syntagma Square to Kotzia Square. The Piraeus Line (or Blue Line) starts from the Port of Piraeus, from both cruise terminals, and is recommended for those looking for a shore excursion. The Glyfada Line (or Yellow Line) will take you through the Riviera and starts at the Planetarium stop of the Blue Line. The Vouliagmeni Line (or Green Line) will take you to the most beautiful beaches in Athens for a relaxing time.

Big Bus Tours

This tour operator offers 4 different types of tickets:

Discover Ticket: 48h, Athens Line
Essential Ticket: 48h, Athens, Piraeus and Riviera Lines
Night Tour: 50-minute panoramic tour with 3 departures daily
Explore Ticket: 72h, Athens, Piraeus and Riviera Lines and Night Tour

The Athens Line (Grey Line) runs from 9AM to 4:30PM, the Piraeus Line (Purple Line) from 12:30PM to 4PM and the Riviera Line (Green Line) from 11AM to 3PM. The Night Tour starts at 6PM, 7PM and 8PM each day.

They also offer a family package for 2 adults + 3 children (5-15y) and most buses are wheelchair accessible, but it is recommended to contact their customer service beforehand.