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

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Athens, Greece

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1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 7 more

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.

What's Included

Free glass of Greek bar
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

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes (approximately)
    Athens Route
    15 stops
    8 Points of interest
    Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

    Operating Schedule: From Terminal: A1 - Syntagma Square: First departure at 8:30am. Last departure at 4:30pm. Frequency - every 20 - 30 minutes. Times subject to change at any time, check locally for latest timetable.

  • 1
    Syntagma Square

    Syntagma Square

  • 2
    Melina Mercouri Monument

    Acropolis / Plaka

  • 3
    Chatzichristou 6Α

    Acropolis Museum

  • 4
    Kiosk

    The Acropolis & Parthenon (Interchange: Piraeus Route)

  • 5
    Melina Mercouri Monument

    Temple of Zeus

  • 6
    Syntagma Square

    Parliament / National Gardens

  • 7
    Leof. Vasilissis Sofias 642

    The Four Museums

  • 8
    Leof. Vasileos Alexandrou 14

    The National Gallery

  • 9
    George Karaiskakis Statue

    Anicent Olympic Stadium

  • 10
    Oμόνοια 118

    National Library

  • 11
    28is Oktovriou 53

    National Archaeological Museum

  • 12
    Pl. Omonias 3

    Omonia Square

  • 13
    ATM Alpha Bank

    Karaiskaki Square

  • 14
    Ermou 137

    Monastiraki Square

  • 15
    Town Hall

    Kotzia Square

    • Piraeus Route (April - October)
    11 stops
    4 Points of interest
    Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes

    Operating Schedule: From Interchange: A4 - Acropolis / Parthenon: Departures at 11am and 3pm. Times subject to change at any time, check locally for latest timetable

  • 1
    Isalos.net

    Pantion University

  • 2
    Lisikratous 1

    Niarchos Foundation

  • 3
    Sotiros Dios 15

    Municipal Theatre

  • 4
    Telōneio

    Cruise Terminals A & B

  • 5
    Akti Miaouli 238

    Lions Gate

  • 6
    The Nelson Exhibition

    Archaeological Museum of Piraeus

  • 7
    Akti Kountouriotou 13

    Votsalakia Beach

  • 8
    Leof. Al. Papanastasiou 68

    Mikrolimano Harbour

  • 9
    Leof. Andrea Siggrou 387

    Planetarium - Marriott Hotel

  • 10
    Aristotelous 1

    Grand Hyatt & Intercontinental

  • 11
    Kiosk

    The Acropolis & Parthenon (Interchange: Piraeus Route)

    • Beach/Riviera Route
    22 stops
    8 Points of interest
    Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes

    Operating Schedule: From Interchange: A2 - Acropolis / PLAKA: Departures at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Times subject to change at any time.

  • 1
    Melina Mercouri Monument

    Acropolis / Plaka

  • 2
    Isalos.net

    Pantion University

  • 3
    Lisikratous 1

    Niarchos Foundation

  • 4
    Trokantero

    Faliro / Flisvos

  • 5
    Edem

    Edem

  • 6
    4η ΚΑΛΑΜΑΚΙΟΥ

    Agios Kosmas Beach

  • 7
    Palace Hotel Glyfada

    Bomo Palace

  • 8
    Leof. Poseidonos 82

    Glyfada Beach

  • 9
    Xanthou 1

    Asteria Beach

  • 10
    Αγ. Νικολαος

    Divani Apollon

  • 11
    Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort

    Oceanis Beach / Astir Palace

  • 12
    Limnē

    Vouliagmeni Lake

  • 13
    Leof. Kon/nou Karamanli 223

    Pigadakia

  • 14
    Pikpa

    Blazer Suites

  • 15
    Πλ. Γλυφαδας

    Glyfada Town

  • 16
    2η ΓΛΥΦΑΔΑΣ

    Golf

  • 17
    4η ΚΑΛΑΜΑΚΙΟΥ

    Agios Kosmas

  • 18
    Leof. Poseidonos 43

    Kalamaki

  • 19
    Edem

    Poseidon Hotel

  • 20
    Leof. Andrea Siggrou 387

    Planetarium - Marriott Hotel

  • 21
    Aristotelous 1

    Grand Hyatt & Intercontinental

  • 22
    Melina Mercouri Monument

    Temple of Zeus

Additional info

  • 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.
Supplied by City Sightseeing Ltd - Europe

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Ports of Call Tours
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Shore Excursions
Worry-Free Shore Excursion
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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