No matter what cruise ship you arrive on, this is the perfect do-it-yourself shore excursion in Athens. Experience the essential things to do in Athens aboard a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. You'll see all the historical and modern sights of Athens in a comfortable and secure environment, with full commentary provided. Stop at all the major attractions dating from both ancient times and the present day, including the Acropolis, Parthenon, New Acropolis Museum, National Archeological Museum and the Plaka!
Highlights
Athens shore excursion: Athens hop-on hop-off tour
Hop on and off as many times as you like aboard this open-top double-decker bus
Onboard commentary on this Athens shore excursion
Buses depart every 30 minutes from 9am to 6pm
Set your own itinerary and explore Athens at your own pace while in port!
Recent Photos of this Tour
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Athens Shore Excursion: Athens Hop-on Hop-off Tour
tour sign
These signs are placed all over the city. You can easily go up to one and wait for the bus to come. It really does ...
Photo by: Rachel P
02
2013
The Plaka
After the Acropolis and the bus tour the Plaka is a lovely place to explore, shop and get some great food.
Photo by: Amy C
Canada,
12
2012
Erechtheon on the Acropolis
The Erechtheon with the Porch of the Maidens on the side. The Parthenon is under reconstruction - still amazing to see ...
Photo by: Amy C
Canada,
12
2012
View of the Acropolis
We went wandering and ended up in a park on a hill opposite the Acropolis. What a great view!
Athens Shore Excursion: Athens Hop-on Hop-off Tour
CCustomize your own tour by hopping on and off the bus at any stop, as
many times as you like. Simply hop off where you want to, and return to
any stop to continue your tour.
Upgrade to a 48-hour pass to hop on an off Piraeus as well as Athens.
Tour highlights: Syntagma Square Terminal Melina Merkouri / Plaka New Acropolis Museum The Acropolis and Parthenon Temple of Zeus National Gardens Benaki Museum Panathenaic Stadium National Library National Archeological Museum Omonia Square Karaiskaki Square Thession Station Kotzia Square
This excursion is located within a 10-minute walk to the cruise port, so you determine the time you return to your ship in Athens. Please allow yourself ample time to enjoy the excursion and ensure your timely return to the port. This excursion is not covered by our worry-free policy
Schedule Details
Departs
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Departure point
The nearest stop to the cruise port is Athens Cruise Terminal. You need to go to the stop closest to the pier where your cruise ship docks.
April - October 9am - 6pm November - March 9am - 5pm
Duration
Varies
Tour and Pricing Options
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24-Hour Pass Code: 24HOUR
Unlimited use on Athens Hop-on Hop-off Tour valid for 24 hours from first use
This excursion is not covered by our worry-free policy
Additional info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Wheelchair accessible
Voucher info
You must present a paper voucher for this tour. We will email a link to access and print your voucher at the Lead Travelers email address.
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Local operator information
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
Our cruise itinerary changed due to bad weather so we arrived in Athens a day earlier than we had booked our bus tour. This did not pose a problem and we were able to due the hop-on hop-off with no problem at all. Highly recommended.