- Hop on and hop off as you like at over 40 stops in Athens, Piraeus, and Riviera
- Enjoy the panoramic views from the upper deck of the sightseeing bus
- Hop off to explore iconic sites like the Acropolis and Parthenon
- Listen to expert audio commentary during the tour, available in 14 languages
- Free WiFi available on every bus to make your journey the more convenient
Athens: Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour
Highlights
Activity info
Discover the captivating beauty and rich history of Athens, Piraeus and the Riviera from the incomparable vantage point of an open-top double-decker tour bus. Explore three different routes and delight in the architectural splendor of these cities while listening to digital commentary from experts in 14 languages, with souvenir headphones included.
From the top deck, you'll be treated to panoramic views of Athens, a city steeped in history and timeless beauty. Our carefully curated routes ensure you won't miss a thing, with stops near iconic landmarks like the Acropolis, the enchanting Municipal Theatre of Piraeus, the charming old quarter of Plaka, and the majestic Temple of Zeus.
Enjoy coastal views of the scenic Riviera with stops at the best beaches and marinas in the area. Or spend the day in the port city of Piraeus and uncover its maritime history, Greek culture and waterfront!
Athens Route - Discover the heart of Athens, starting at the bustling Syntagma Square.
Piraeus Route - Explore the lively port city and scenic waterfront, beginning at the cruise terminal.
Riviera Route - Experience the stunning coastline and beaches, starting from the iconic Acropolis.
All routes are hop-on hop-off and conveniently intersect at the Acropolis, offering seamless transfers.
Athens (Grey Route):
• Syntagma Square • Melina Merkouri/Plaka • New Acropolis Museum • Acropolis • Temple of Zeus • Parliament • Benaki Museum • Panathenaic Stadium • National Library • National Archaeological Museum • Omonia Square • Karaiskaki Square • Monastiraki Square • Kotzia Square (City Hall)
Piraeus (Purple Route): • Acropolis • 1st Cruise Ships Terminal • 2nd Cruise Ships Terminal • Pasalimani • Mikrolimano • Planetarium/Athens Marriott • Intercontinental • Intercontinental & Grand Hyatt (to Piraeus) • Stavros Niarchos • Municipal Theatre
Riviera (Green Route): • Acropolis • Planetarium/Athens Marriott • Intercontinental • Intercontinental & Grand Hyatt (to Piraeus) • Stavros Niarchos • Flisvos Marina • Alimos Marina • Ag.Kosmas Beach • 3rd Glyfada Marina • Divani Apollon • Kavouri Beach • Astir Beach • Vouliagmeni Lake • Voula Park • Glyfada City Center • Glyfada Beach • Hellinikon Airport • War Cemetery • Edem
What’s included
- Unlimited hop-on hop-off access during ticket validity
- Audio guide commentary available in 14 languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Hebrew, Ukrainian)
- Souvenir earbuds
- Open-top, double-decker bus
- Three routes (Athens, Piraeus, & Riviera)
- Downloadable Big Bus app for live bus tracking
- Admission to attractions
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
Guests may redeem vouchers near the Acropolis (Rovertou Galli 69), next to the Dionysos restaurant. Or redeem at any stop along the bus route. Other recommended redemption points: Monastiraki (Stop 13), Melina (Stop 2), and Omonia (Stop 11).
Know before you go
Big Bus tickets also valid on Athens Open Tour yellow buses
Audio guide included:
Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Hebrew, Ukrainian