Athens Shore Excursion: Athens and Piraeus Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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Duration1h 20m - 1h 50m
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Overview

No matter what cruise ship you arrive on, discover the very best of Athens with a 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass. Athens is an incredibly ancient city, and on this double-decker bus tour you'll see all of the key sights, including the Temple of Zeus, the Acropolis & Parthenon, the National Library, the Ancient Olympic Stadium, the National Gardens and much more! Learn all about ancient Greek mythology and philosophy, thanks to the informative on-board audio commentary. Hop on and off as many times as you please within the chosen time period, getting a closer look at the Athenian history on show. This sightseeing tour provides access to up to 3 bus routes depending on the ticket chosen.

Options

48-Hour All Lines

Explore the Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera lines with our 48-hour hop on hop off bus ticket.

48-Hour Ticket - Athens Line

48 Hour - Athens Line: Explore the Athens Line with our 48-hour hop on hop off bus ticket.

24-Hour Ticket - Athens Line

What's included

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Stops near the major sights
  • Access to up to 3 bus routes depending on ticket selected
  • Audio guide commentary in 13 languages + headphones
  • 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass depending on ticket selected
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Entry to attractions
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What to expect

Athens Route

Terminal: A1 - Syntagma Square: First departure at 8:30am. Last departure at 6:30pm. Frequency: every 20 - 30 minutes

  1. Syntagma Square
  2. Acropolis / Plaka
  3. Acropolis Museum
  4. The Acropolis & Parthenon (Interchange: Piraeus Route)
  5. Temple of Zeus
  6. Parliament / National Gardens
  7. The Four Museums
  8. The National Gallery
  9. Anicent Olympic Stadium
  10. National Library
  11. National Archaeological Museum
  12. Omonia Square
  13. Karaiskaki Square
  14. Monastiraki Square
  15. Kotzia Square
Piraeus Route (April - October)

Interchange: A4 - Acropolis / Parthenon: Departures every 60 minutes between 11am and 5pm

  1. Pantion University
  2. Niarchos Foundation
  3. Municipal Theatre
  4. Cruise Terminals A & B
  5. Lions Gate
  6. Archaeological Museum of Piraeus
  7. Votsalakia Beach
  8. Mikrolimano Harbour
  9. Planetarium - Marriott Hotel
  10. Grand Hyatt & Intercontinental
  11. The Acropolis & Parthenon (Interchange: Piraeus Route)
Beach/Riviera Route

Interchange: A2 - Acropolis / PLAKA: Departures every 60 minutes between 9am and 5pm

  1. Acropolis / Plaka
  2. Pantion University
  3. Niarchos Foundation
  4. Faliro / Flisvos
  5. Edem
  6. Agios Kosmas Beach
  7. Bomo Palace
  8. Glyfada Beach
  9. Asteria Beach
  10. Divani Apollon
  11. Oceanis Beach / Astir Palace
  12. Vouliagmeni Lake
  13. Pigadakia
  14. Blazer Suites
  15. Glyfada Town
  16. Golf
  17. Agios Kosmas
  18. Kalamaki
  19. Poseidon Hotel
  20. Planetarium - Marriott Hotel
  21. Grand Hyatt & Intercontinental
  22. Temple of Zeus

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For cruise passengers arriving at the Cruise Terminal, bus stops 4, 5 & 6 on the Piraeus route will be the nearest stops at which to join the tour (if ticket including Piraeus route is selected).
  • Athens route operates all year round, excluding 17th November, 25th December and 1st January.
  • Piraeus, Beach & Riviera routes operates April - October only.
  • Athens Route (Terminal: A1 - Syntagma Square): First departure at 8:30am. Last departure at 6:30pm. Duration: 90 minutes. Frequency: every 20 - 30 minutes
  • Piraeus Route (Interchange: A4 - Acropolis / Parthenon): Departures every 60 minutes between 11am and 5pm. Tour duration: 80 minutes
  • Beach-Riviera Route (Interchange: A2 - Acropolis / PLAKA): Departures every 60 minutes between 9am and 5pm. Duration: 110 minutes
  • With your voucher, enjoy flexible access for up to 12 months from the travel date you select at check-out.
  • Mobile and printed paper vouchers accepted for this tour
  • The electronic voucher is not a ticket. The voucher must be redeemed by one of the agents at the stop or on the bus before passengers board
  • Once the electronic voucher has been redeemed and exchange for a printed paper ticket, passengers are required to keep the printed ticket with them for the whole duration of their journey, as electronic vouchers cannot be used after redemption

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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