Athens Sightseeing Bus Tour: Big Bus

Are you ready to discover Athens at your own rhythm? The Big Bus sightseeing bus tour offers an ideal way to experience the capital of Greece, allowing you to hop off and on at various bus stops as you visit the city's main attractions.

Athens Sightseeing Bus

Explore diverse routes, stops, and ticket options available:

Routes & Stops

The Big Bus hop-on hop-off service in Athens provides multiple routes designed to comfortably reveal the prominent monuments of the Greek capital. Featuring two levels, a top deck, and an audio guide in English, passengers can listen to intriguing details about the sights along the journey.

Depending on your chosen ticket, you may select from three distinct routes:

• Red Route (1 hour and 40 minutes): ideal for immersing yourself in Athens' cultural treasures, this route passes famed locations such as the Acropolis, the Temple of Zeus, the Parliament, and the National Library.
• Purple Route - Piraeus (1 hour and 15 minutes): this line will lead you through the port city of Piraeus, showcasing highlights like the harbour, the Municipal Theatre, and views towards the Acropolis.
• Green Route (1 hour and 40 minutes): here, you'll take in the scenic beauty of the Athenian Riviera, spotting Flisvos Marina, Aghios Kosmas Beach, Kavouri Beach, and Astir Beach along the way.

For detailed information, you can find the map of routes and stops at the link provided.

Types of Ticket

During the booking process, you will have the opportunity to choose from the following ticket types:

• 48-Hour Ticket for the Red Route: this ticket allows unlimited hop-on hop-off access within a 48-hour period on the Red Route at any bus stop.
• 48-Hour Ticket for All Routes: with this option, you can explore all three routes, hopping on and off as often as you wish over 48 hours.
• 72-Hour Ticket for All Routes: for extended exploration, this option grants you 72 hours to enjoy all bus routes and stops.

How Does It Work

The ticket for the Big Bus sightseeing tour is valid for 48 or 72 hours from its initial use, granting you the flexibility to board and exit the bus as many times as desired. Each ticket is also applicable for 14 days from the date of purchase.

Schedule & Frequency

• Red Route (1 hour and 40 minutes): operates from 8:35 am to 6:20 pm, approximately every 20 minutes.
• Purple Route - Piraeus (1 hour and 15 minutes): runs from 9:40 am to 5 pm with departures every 40 minutes.
• Green Route (1 hour and 40 minutes): first buses depart at 9 am and 11 am, then every 60 minutes until 5 pm.