Athens Discover: 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour
48 hours
Commentary: Audio · en, af, ar, de, el, es, it, fr, pt, ru, ja, tr, zh, he, uk
Athens, Greece
About this activity
Explore Athens iconic landmarks on a 48-hour hop-on hop-off tour by open-top double decker bus. Discover the city's deep history and see the Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Zeus and more!
Highlights
- Explore Athens, Piraeus, and the Riviera at your own pace with our open-top hop-on, hop-off bus tour
- Enjoy pre-recorded commentary in 14 languages with disposable earphones available on board every bus
- Take in top-deck views of Athens with stops near iconic sights like the Acropolis, Plaka, the Temple of Zeus, and the Municipal Theatre of Piraeus
- Discover Athens' rich historical heritage and explore cultural landmarks like the Acropolis, Temple of Zeus, Plaka, and the National Library
- Free Wi-Fi available on all buses
Full description
Discover the beauty and heritage of Athens, Piraeus, and the Athens Riviera aboard an open-top double-decker sightseeing bus. Exploring the city is easy and enjoyable, enhanced by digital audio commentary in 14 languages.
From the top deck, enjoy panoramic views as you journey past ancient landmarks and modern highlights. Visit must-see sites such as the Acropolis, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the charming streets of Plaka. In Piraeus, admire neoclassical gems like the Municipal Theatre, and soak up the area’s strong maritime character.
Along the Athens Riviera, take in sparkling beaches, elegant marinas, and scenic coastal spots. Whether you're drawn to history, culture, or sea views, this tour offers a seamless and enriching way to experience the Greek capital and its surroundings.
From the top deck, enjoy panoramic views as you journey past ancient landmarks and modern highlights. Visit must-see sites such as the Acropolis, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the charming streets of Plaka. In Piraeus, admire neoclassical gems like the Municipal Theatre, and soak up the area’s strong maritime character.
Along the Athens Riviera, take in sparkling beaches, elegant marinas, and scenic coastal spots. Whether you're drawn to history, culture, or sea views, this tour offers a seamless and enriching way to experience the Greek capital and its surroundings.
Included / Excluded
- 48 - hour Hop-on, Hop-off ticket (Athens line)
- See all the top landmarks like Acropolis, Temple of Zeus and Parliament
- Open-top, double-decker bus
- Multilingual audio commentary in 14 languages
- Free Big Bus app for live bus tracking and service updates
- Free onboard Wi-Fi
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food & Drink
Meeting point
Start Location
Ermou 1, Ermou 1, Athina 105 63, Greece
Ermou 1, Athens, Greece
(In front of Nike store)
Important information
Know before you book
- Buses are not equipped with toilets or lifts/elevators
- Busses are 100% wheelchair accessible on the lower deck
Know before you go
- Redeem voucher with a Big Bus staff member at any stop
- Stops directions, Bus live-tracking and more: Download Big Bus App, it's free!
- Free Headphones available on Every Bus
- Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Wheelchair Accessible
Frequently asked questions
FAQs
Additional information
First tour of the day on the Athens Route departs at 09.00 am from Stop 4 at the Acropolis, and buses will come every 20 minutes until 4.30pm depending on the of time of year. Other popular stops to start the tour include Stop 2 at the Melina Statue and Stop 13 at Monastiraki Square however you can redeem your ticket at any of up to 14 Big Bus stops. Please see more details on your voucher.