Athens Sightseeing Bus Tour: Big Bus

Are you ready to discover Athens at your own pace? The Big Bus sightseeing tour is an ideal choice for you. You can explore the key attractions of Greece's capital by hopping on and off at various stops throughout the city!

Routes & Stops

The Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour in Athens provides multiple routes to comfortably explore the city's notable landmarks. This double-decker bus features an open roof and comes equipped with an audio guide in English that shares fascinating insights about each site along the route.

There are three distinct routes available, based on your selected option:

• Grey Route (1 hour and 30 minutes): this route showcases the rich heritage of Athens, passing by must-see locations such as the Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Zeus, Parliament, and the National Library.
• Purple Route - Piraeus (1 hour and 15 minutes): enjoy this route to explore the bustling port city of Piraeus, where you can view the harbor, the Municipal Theatre, and even see the Acropolis.
• Green Route (1 hour and 40 minutes): immerse yourself in the charming views of the Athenian Riviera, including sights like Flisvos Marina, Aghios Kosmas Beach, Kavouri Beach, and Astir Beach.

Tour Options

While booking, you can select from the following options:

• 48-Hour Ticket for the Grey Route: this selection allows you to hop on and off at any stop along the Grey Route as often as you wish within 48 hours.
• 48-Hour Ticket for All Routes: with this choice, you'll have unlimited access to either route for 48 hours, hopping on and off at any position on all three routes.
• 72-Hour Ticket for All Routes: if you prefer to extend your sightseeing experience, opt for this ticket, which permits hopping on and off at any stops on all three lines for 72 hours.

How It Works

Your ticket for the sightseeing bus is valid for 48 or 72 hours starting from its first use. During this period, you may hop on and off as many times as you wish. All tickets remain valid for 14 days from the date of purchase.

Schedule & Frequency

• Grey Route (1 hour and 30 minutes): operates from 9 am to 9 pm every 20 minutes; the last departure is at 6 pm from Bus Stop 4 (Acropolis).
• Purple Route - Piraeus (1 hour and 15 minutes): runs from 9:40 am to 5 pm every 40 minutes.
• Green Route (1 hour and 40 minutes): starts at 9 am and 11 am, with departures every 60 minutes until 5 pm thereafter.