Explore the best of ancient and modern Athens with the Athens Premium Pass. Gain access to seven archaeological sites, including the Acropolis & Slopes, with an audio guide, and enjoy skip-the-line entry to the Acropolis Museum. Top it off with a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour to explore the city and its coastline at your own pace.
- Access to 7 iconic archaeological sites: the Acropolis & Slopes, Ancient Agora, Hadrian’s Library, Kerameikos, Aristotle’s School (Lyceum), Olympieion, and Roman Agora.
- Skip-the-line entry to the Acropolis Museum.
- Acropolis & Slopes Audio Guide included.
- 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour with 4 routes: Athens, Piraeus, Glyfada, and Vouliagmeni.
- Athena’s Combined Ticket with Audio Guide
- Acropolis Museum Skip-the-Line Ticket
- 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Athena's Combined Ticket with Audio Guide
Timed entry tickets are required for all visitors
We would like to inform you that from April 1st 2024, entry is only possible during the selected time slot. The ticket is valid from 15 min. before to 15 min. after the selected time slot. For example, if your time slot is 12:00, you can enter anytime between 12:00 and 13:00. Visitors are advised to arrive 30 minutes before their selected timed entry slot.
Regarding the combined ticket, the mandatory selection of the date and time of visit only applies to the Acropolis & Slopes. Within 5 days you can visit the rest of the Archaeological Sites.
- Please ensure your smartphone is fully charged and that you have your headphones with you.
- Kindly download the audio guide onto your phone in advance.
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Acropolis Museum
The date also applies to the Acropolis Museum.
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Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
- Book Your Ticket: Choose the combo ticket to access all four lines.
- Hop On & Off: Buses arrive frequently, giving you the flexibility to explore the city at your leisure.
- Explore Key Attractions: Visit landmarks such as the Acropolis, Parthenon, Vouliagmeni Lake, and more.
- Listen & Learn: Use our multilingual audio guide in 16 languages to understand the historical significance of each site.
- Relax & Enjoy: Free Wi-Fi and wheelchair access ensure a comfortable journey for all passengers.
Blue Line - Piraeus
Ideal if you have just arrived on a cruise, you can hop on the Blue Line at either of the cruise terminals in the Port of Piraeus, just a stone's throw from your cruise ship. See attractions such as the yacht marina at Pasalimani and the ancient harbor of Mikrolimano. Don't miss out on the impressive new Museum of Acropolis and walk up the hill to admire the Parthenon at the top. The bus takes passengers directly to the most eminent monuments of Athens and Greece.
Orange Line - Athens
The Orange Line roams by the most beautiful attractions further down the city center from the Acropolis and Parthenon. Explore the historic Plaka district and discover the most traditional area of Athens. Visit the gate of the Roman emperor Hadrian. See the Temple of Olympian Zeus and admire the largest temple in Greece from Roman times. Go to the Hellenic Parliament on Syntagma Square and look at its impressive guards. Stroll through Ermou to experience the busiest shopping street in Athens. Visit the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held. Go to the National Library to marvel at an outstanding building of great historical value. Drop by the National Archaeological Museum, or roam around the picturesque area of Monastiraki and its Flea Market. Take a walk through the quaint neighborhood of Thission.
Yellow Line − Glyfada
Enjoy a tour of the Athenian Riviera, starting from the Planetarium stop of the Blue Line. Find out how the bewildering desert of the 1900s has evolved into one of the most cosmopolitan areas of Greece. From the Niarchos Foundation to the Marina Alimou, the Yellow Line blends history with the modern. Watch the sunset from Marina Flisvou or swim and sunbathe in Agios Kosmas. From the Glyfada Terminal, you can wander around the most cosmopolitan suburbs of the capital and shop at the luxury department stores. Wind down in a beautiful cafe and don't miss out on the beach bar where you can enjoy a cocktail by the seaside.
Green Line − Vouliagmeni
Vouliagmeni may be better associated with its beaches, but the area is also a history lesson in its own right. From the Allied Forces Cemetery to the Byzantine Museum, Vouliagmeni is certainly worth a visit. Relax at the beautiful beach of Kavouri Oceanis, one of the most popular beaches in Athens. Go to Vouliagmeni Lake to discover one of the city's most popular spots. Don’t miss out on the thermal baths and admire the breathtaking surroundings.
Departure Points
Cruise Terminals A, B and C Piraeus Port, Syntagma Square, Acropolis stop, Omonoia Square, Karaiskaki Square, Monastiraki Square, Kotzia Square, Plaka old city (Melina Merkouri monument), The Parliament, Temple of Zeus, Archaeological Museum and Benaki Museum.
Summer Season departures and frequency: 1st April-31st October
Athens Line/Orange line : every 20 min 8:30 - 18:00
Piraeus line/Blue line : every 30/45 min
Beach lines Glyfada and Vouliagmeni / Yellow and Green line : every 2 hours
Winter Season departures and frequency: 1st November -31st March
Athens Line/Orange line : every 20 min 8:45 - 17:00
Piraeus line/Blue line : During cruise ship arrivals at the port of Piraeus every from and to the port every 30 min departures
Piraeus -Glyfada and Vouliagmeni /Blue, Yellow and Green line : 3 departures per day
- Non-refundable
2024 MegaPass by
Uncover the rich history of Athens with the Athens Premium Pass, offering a comprehensive experience that combines archaeological wonders and modern city exploration. This pass grants you access to seven of Athens’ most iconic archaeological sites, including the Acropolis & Slopes, Ancient Agora, and Hadrian’s Library. With the included audio guide for the Acropolis & Slopes, you’ll enjoy a more immersive exploration of Athens’ most famous landmark.
Skip the lines at the Acropolis Museum, where over 4,250 artifacts take you through the fascinating journey of Athens from the Greek Bronze Age to the Roman and Byzantine periods. Located just a short walk from the Acropolis, the museum is a must-visit for history lovers.
Your Athens adventure doesn’t stop there! The pass also includes a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour, covering four unique routes: Athens, Piraeus, Glyfada, and Vouliagmeni. You’ll have the freedom to explore the city’s landmarks, coastline, and cultural sites at your own pace, with multilingual audio guides and free Wi-Fi to enhance your experience.
The Athens Premium Pass is perfect for those seeking to fully immerse themselves in the city’s ancient and modern treasures, all while enjoying the flexibility and convenience of skip-the-line access and hop-on hop-off bus tours.