Big Bus Athens Hop-On Hop-Off with optional Piraeus & Riviera
Overview
Available languages
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Explore the ancient city of Athens, the cradle of Western civilization and birthplace of democracy, on a hop-on, hop-off, open-top sightseeing tour. Discover the city's 3,000-year history from the vantage point of the top deck of a double-decker bus. Marvel at Athens' ancient ruins, including iconic landmarks like the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Theatre of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of Hephaestus, and the Ancient Agora.
Experience Athens at your own pace with a choice of 24, 48, or 72-hour hop-on, hop-off travel passes. Travel across three routes, each featuring onboard audio commentary in 14 languages.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
May be operated by a multi-lingual audio guide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Explore 3 Incredible Routes: Athens, Piraeus, and the Riviera
Free Wi-Fi on board
Headphones
48 or 72-Hour Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Ticket
Audio commentary in a choice of 14 languages
Gratuities
What To Expect
Duration:1 hour 50 minutes
Operating Schedule:Buses depart every 20 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 1: Syntagma Square - 1 Ermou St. (in front of the Nike Store) at 8:30 AM and the last bus departs at 6:00 PM. The full tour route lasts approx. 1 hour, 50 minutes. For the most up-to-date bus stop locations and departure timings, we recommend visiting the Big Bus website or downloading the Big Bus app. To access live bus tracking on the day of your travel, please download the Big Bus app in advance of your arrival.
Stop 4 - Acropolis - 69 Rovertou Galli St. (next to Dionysos Restaurant)
Stop 5 - Temple of Zeus (Next to the entrance of the temple)
Stop 6 - Parliament (Next to the Parliament)
Stop 7 - Benaki Museum (Opposite the Benaki Museum)
Stop 8 - Panathenaic Stadium (Opposite the Panathenaic Stadium)
Stop 9 - National Library (In front of the Library)
Stop 10 - National Archaeological Museum (In front of the Archaeological Museum)
Stop 11 - Omonia Square (In front of Hondos Center store)
Stop 12 - Karaiskaki Square (In front of Wyndham Athens Residence)
Stop 13 - Monastiraki Square (In front of Nike store)
Stop 14 - Kotzia Square (Opposite the City Hall)
Stop 15 - Old Parliament
Stop 1 - Syntagma Square - 1 Ermou St.
Stop 2 - Plaka & South Entrance Acropolis
Stop 3 - New Acropolis Museum
Duration:1 hour 20 minutes
Operating Schedule:The Piraeus Line is available with selected 48- and 72-hour tickets. Please check your confirmation for details. Buses depart every 40 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 2: Plaka & South Entrance Acropolis at 9:40 AM and the last bus departs at 5:00 PM. The full tour route lasts approx. 1 hour, 20 minutes. For the most up-to-date bus stop locations and departure timings, we recommend visiting the Big Bus website or downloading the Big Bus app. To access live bus tracking on the day of your travel, please download the Big Bus app in advance of your arrival.
Stop 2: Plaka & South Entrance Acropolis (In front of Melina's statue)
Stop 16: Pantion - Leof. Andrea Siggrou 136-138 (In front of Pantios University)
Stop 17: Stavros Niarchos (In front of Onassio Hospital)
Stop 18: Municipal Theatre (Next to the Theatre, on Korai Square)
Stop 19: 1st Cruise Ships Terminal (Outside Gate 11 at the cruise ships terminals)
Stop 20: 2nd Cruise Ships Terminal (Outside Gate 12 at the cruise ships terminals)
Stop 21: Pasalimani (Opposite the statue of the "Clock")
Stop 22: Mikrolimano (Opposite "The Alex" Hotel)
Stop 23: Planetarium/Athens Marriott (In front of Athens Marriott Hotel)
Stop 24: Intercontinental (to Acropolis)
Stop 5: Temple of Zeus (Next to the entrance of the temple)
Stop 6: Parliament - 13-15, Vasilisis Amalias Av. (Next to the Parliament)
Stop 1: Syntagma Square (In front of Nike store)
Duration:2 hours
Operating Schedule:The Riviera Line is available with selected 48- and 72-hour tickets. Please check your confirmation for details. Buses depart every 60 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 2: Plaka & South Entrance Acropolis at 9:00 AM and the last bus departs at 5:00 PM. The full tour route lasts approx. 2 hours. For the most up-to-date bus stop locations and departure timings, we recommend visiting the Big Bus website or downloading the Big Bus app. To access live bus tracking on the day of your travel, please download the Big Bus app in advance of your arrival.
Stop 2: Plaka & South Entrance Acropolis (In front of Melina's statue)
Pantion: Leof. Andrea Siggrou 136-138 (In front of Pantios University)
Stop 17: Stavros Niarchos (In front of Onassio Hospital)
Stop 25: Flisvos Marina - Leof.Poseidonos, P.Faliro (Next to public bus stop Oulen, out of Flisvos Marina)
Stop 26: Alimos Marina (Next to public bus stop 2nd Kalamakiou in Alimos)
Stop 27: Ag.Kosmas Beach (Next to public bus stop 2nd Ag.Kosma in Ag.Kosmas)
Stop 28: 3rd Glyfada Marina (Opposite Glyfada Square (sea side))
Stop 29: Divani Apollon (Next to Divani Apollon Hotel)
Stop 30: Kavouri Beach (next to the public bus stop Litous)
Stop 31: Astir Beach (In front of Okeanis restaurant)
Stop 32: Vouliagmeni Lake
Stop 33: Voula Park (In front of Galini Hotel)
Stop 34: Glyfada City Center (On Glyfada square, next to the public bus stop Pl.Glyfadas)
Stop 35: Glyfada Beach (In front of Oasis Hotel)
Stop 36: Hellinikon Airport (Next to public bus stop 2nd Ellinikou in Hellinikon)
Stop 37: War Cemetery (In front of the Cemetery)
Stop 38: Edem (In front of Posidon Hotel)
Stop 23: Athens Marriott (In front of Athens Marriott Hotel)
Stop 24: Intercontinental & Grand Hayatt (to Acropolis)
Stop 5: Temple of Zeus
Stop 6: Parliament - 13-15, Vasilisis Amalias Av.
Stop 1: Syntagma Square
Options
24 + 24 Hours Hop-on, Hop-off
Duration: 2 days: 24-hour Hop-on , Hop-off Tour plus an extra 24-hours free.
1 central route : Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off travel on our the Athens Line (Grey Route)
48 Hours Hop-on, Hop-off Tour
Duration: 2 days: 48 Hour Hop-on, Hop-off Tour
3 central routes: Unlimited Hop on Hop off access for the duration of your ticket, over 3 routes.
72 Hour Hop-on, Hop-off Tour
Duration: 3 days: 72 Hour Hop-on, Hop-off Tour
3 central route : Unlimited Hop on Hop off access for the duration of your ticket, over 3 routes.
Reviews
586 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Do the other Red Bus!
Nancy a,
Sep 7, 2025
- Viator
2.00Not one of the better tours. Athens tour went by the same places many times. Didn't get off from route
Make sure you check with...
Michele a,
Aug 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Make sure you check with the driver when you get on that you are on the route that you want. There are three routes and not all routes stop at all the same stops.
Enjoyed listening to tour
Stephanie S,
Aug 20, 2025
- Viator
4.00It's a good tour around the city center. Some second Deckers are not covered. The covered double deck was comfortable.
Tour in Comfort
Monica C,
Jul 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Easy access to the city and its top attractions. Narration provides information as well as history for each stop and area of the city. Earbuds are provided! Nice way to see the city in comfort, especially on these hot days.
Easy Hop On Hop Off Experience
Photos B,
Jul 17, 2025
- Viator
4.00The Big Bus is an easy way to get around the city and see the highlights. Easy to hop on and off, and commentary in multiple languages
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