Athens City Passes

A City Pass is an all-in-one digital ticket that gives you access to the best attractions and museums of Athens for a single price. Once purchased, you simply scan your pass at the entrance of each site to enter, saving you the hassle of buying individual tickets.

Yes, if you plan to visit multiple sites. A City Pass typically offers significant savings compared to buying separate official tickets for each landmark. It is the most budget-friendly way to explore Athens thoroughly in 2026.

Most major City Cards in Athens include a 24-hour or 48-hour ticket for the Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour. This allows you to travel between attractions easily while enjoying audio commentary and panoramic views.

For highly popular monuments and museums of Athens, booking a time slot is often required even with a City Pass. After purchasing your pass, you will receive instructions on how to reserve your entry time online to ensure skip-the-line access to some attractions.

It depends on the specific pass. Some All-Inclusive Passes include unlimited travel in Athens on the metro, buses, and trams, while others focus solely on attractions. We recommend checking and comparing the City Passes to see if transport is covered.

Your pass is usually activated upon first use (the first time you scan it at an attraction or on a bus in Athens). Depending on the option you buy, it is valid for a set number of consecutive days (e.g., 2, 3 days), hours (e.g., 24, 72 hours), or for a specific number of attractions (e.g., 3, 5, or 7 visits) to use at your own pace.

Yes, most City Cards in Athens are fully digital. You can download your pass to your smartphone and simply show the QR code at the entrance. This makes it easy to keep all your tickets and plans in one place.

Yes, there are usually discounted passes available for children and teenagers in Athens. However, since entry to some museums is sometimes free for kids, we recommend calculating if it is cheaper to just buy a child bus ticket and individual entries for them.

Generally, a City Pass grants you one entry per attraction in Athens. If you wish to visit a specific site again, you would need to purchase a separate admission ticket.

We recommend buying your pass online before you travel to Athens. This gives you ample time to make necessary reservations for popular sights and ensures you are ready to start exploring the moment you check into your hotel.

Most City Cards offer a free cancellation or refund period (often up to 90 days) as long as the pass has not been activated. Check the specific terms and conditions on the booking page for peace of mind.

Yes! Many passes go beyond just entry tickets and include exclusive guided tours, walking tours, or cultural activities, giving you a deeper insight into the culture of Athens.