Athens City Sightseeing Bus
Routes & Options
Ready to travel to the heart of Ancient Greece? The City Sightseeing tour bus is your best ally. Aboard this open-top double-decker bus, you’ll enjoy panoramic views as you travel past iconic monuments with recorded commentary in English.
Depending on the length of your stay in the capital, you can choose from different tickets that combine the following routes:
- Athens Line (red route): tours the historic center, passing by the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and Syntagma Square. It’s the ideal route for seeing the capital’s must-see sights.
- Piraeus Line (green route): connects the city center with the port of Piraeus. You’ll see the marinas at Pasalimani and Mikrolimano, as well as the Archaeological Museum of Piraeus.
- Beach and Riviera Line (purple route): perfect for enjoying the coast, running from the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center to the famous beaches in the Glyfada area.
When making your reservation, you can choose one of the following options:
- 24-hour ticket: includes unlimited access to the Athens line for 1 day
- 48-hour ticket (Athens): includes unlimited access to the Athens line for 2 consecutive days
- 48-hour ticket (all lines): includes unlimited access to the Athens, Piraeus, and Beach lines for 2 consecutive days
- 72-hour pass (all lines): includes unlimited access to the Athens, Piraeus, and Beach lines for 3 consecutive days
Click the link below to view a map with all stops and detailed routes:
How Does it Work?
Once you use your ticket for the first time, the timer starts, and you can hop on and off the buses as many times as you like. It’s the perfect option for visiting museums, going shopping, or enjoying Greek cuisine without worrying about public transportation.
Your ticket is completely flexible: even if you select a specific date on the calendar, you can activate the service at any time within the 12 months following the date indicated on your reservation.
Schedules and Frequency
When planning your route, keep in mind that frequencies and schedules vary depending on the time of year you visit:
Summer Season (April 1 through October 31)
- Athens Line: Daily departures from Terminal A1 (Syntagma Square) between 8:30 am and 8 pm (the last full departure is at 6:30 pm). Buses run every 30 minutes.
- Piraeus Line: Departures from stop A4 (Acropolis / Parthenon) between 11 am and 5 pm. Buses run every 60 minutes.
- Riviera Line: Departures from stop A2 (Acropolis / Plaka) between 9 am and 5 pm. Buses run every 60 minutes.
Winter season (November 1 through March 31)
- Athens Line: operates between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm with buses running every 30 minutes. The full route takes 90 minutes.
- Piraeus Line: Buses run between 11 am and 3 pm. They run every 120 minutes, and the full circuit takes 80 minutes.
- Riviera Line: Departures between 11 am and 3 pm every 120 minutes. The total trip takes about 110 minutes.
More Information
Duration
1 - 3d.
Language
The activity takes place with an audioguide in English and Spanish.
Included
Unlimited use of City Sightseeing buses for 1, 2, or 3 days
Recorded commentary in English
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - City Sightseeing Eur Corporate name: City Sightseeing Ltd Registered Office: Suite 8 Floor 3 Grosvenor House Redditch, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): GB108243538 Contact information Email: bookings@city-sightseeing.com Phone: +44 0 1789 299123 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.
If you have any other questions please contact us.