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Athens, Greece

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

4.8
48 / 72 Hours
from£20.01

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 1303 reviews

Rating Distribution

5 stars
993
4 stars
188
3 stars
72
2 stars
45
1 stars
5

"Simple online booking, marked stops, and helpful staff make the bus user-friendly for newcomers."

17 Feb, 2026

"The bus combinesdtransport and guided tours, offering a comprehensive sightseeing experience. "

17 Feb, 2026

"Affordable pricing and unlimited access make the bus a cost-effective way to see the city."

17 Feb, 2026

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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

You can easily book tours and activities through our website. Simply browse our destinations, select your preferred tour, choose your date and number of participants, and complete the secure online payment process. You'll receive a confirmation email with your booking voucher immediately after purchase.

After booking, you'll receive a voucher via email. For hop-on-hop-off tours, exchange your voucher with the bus driver or staff at any designated stop to receive your physical ticket. For other activities, present your voucher (digital or printed) at the meeting point specified in your booking confirmation. Keep your ticket safe throughout the tour validity period.

We accept all major credit/debit cards. You can pay with a VISA debit or credit card, a MasterCard debit or credit card, Maestro, Visa Electron or American Express card.
 
Please note: We are based in the United Kingdom. Depending on your bank, an international transaction fee may apply. For more details about potential charges, please contact your card provider directly.

Yes. Your payment is absolutely safe with us. All transactions are protected with SSL encryption and processed securely. With our secure online payment system, your information is encrypted and protected against fraud. We use industry-standard SSL (Secure Socket Layer) protocols to safeguard data transfer, and all personal information is stored in secure environments not accessible to the public.

You will receive a confirmation email with your booking voucher immediately after purchase. If you do not receive it within a few minutes, please check your spam/junk folder.If any activity requires manual confirmation from the supplier/ tour operator, your booking will be confirmed within 24 hours.

Still haven’t received it? Contact us at booking@activity-crest.com and our team will be happy to assist you.

Your reference number will be displayed on the confirmation page after you complete your booking and in the confirmation email you receive once your tour is confirmed. All booking reference numbers begin with “ACTXXXX”.

If you don't receive your confirmation email within 30 minutes of booking, please check your spam/junk folder first. If it's not there, contact our customer support at booking@activity-crest.com with your payment details and booking information. We'll resend your confirmation and voucher immediately.

Yes. You can modify your booking after purchase. Modifications depend on the specific tour's terms and conditions. Some bookings allow date changes up to 24-48 hours before the tour, while others may have stricter policies. Contact us at booking@activity-crest.com as soon as possible if you need to modify your booking. Please note that changes may be subject to availability and additional fees.

Please bring a printed copy of your ticket voucher. Some local suppliers also accept vouchers shown on a mobile device (check the activity page for details). A valid photo ID is required for the traveler named on the ticket. For certain activities, a valid ID for each participant may be required – this will be clearly stated on your ticket.

Our cancellation policy varies by tours. Most tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. For specific cancellation terms and refund conditions, please check the individual tour page before booking. To cancel your booking, contact us at booking@activity-crest.com with your booking reference number.

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