This holiday season, Athens invites you to experience Christmas in a way you’ve never imagined: on its very first Christmas Bus! Step aboard for a magical journey through the city’s beautifully illuminated streets, and let the spirit of the season guide you all the way and fill your heart.
Imagine the city sparkling with festive lights, its historic streets glowing under a blanket of holiday cheer, and you’re on the bus viewing every moment of it while listening to traditional carols and tasting sweets. On this unique 70-minute ride, the magic begins the moment you step onto a beautifully decorated bus. Rediscovering Athens as a local or visiting as a traveler, this ride promises cute memories for the whole family.
The Mood is: Music, Carols & Sparkling Joy
As you drive past the city’s iconic landmarks, live performances of classic Christmas carols and festive songs will fill the bus with warmth, nostalgia, and joy. Talented artists like Stavros Volkos, renowned for his roles in major musicals such as Phantom of the Opera and The Nutcracker, and Mohamed Amin Hadji, a master guitarist and composer, bring the holiday soundtrack to life with charm and skill. Sing along, tap your feet, or just bask in the festive sounds, it’s all part of the magic.
Taste the Greek Flavors of Christmas
No holiday celebration is complete without delicious treats! Onboard, enjoy sparkling wine for adults and fresh juice for children, perfectly paired with handmade Greek Christmas sweets like melomakarona and kourabiedes. Each one is crafted with festive care, warming your heart as much as the music and lights do.
Fun for the Little Ones too
The Christmas Bus is a celebration for all ages. Younger passengers will also receive sweets, fruit juice, and a small souvenir gift, ensuring that even the tiniest travelers can experience the joy and wonder of the season.
All the Ride Details
Starting Point: Dragatsaniou 8, 105 61 (next to Klafthmonos Square)
Time: Daily at 9pm
Duration: ~70 minutes
Dates (live performances duration): 10/12 – 6/1 (No shows: 24/12, 25/12, 31/12)
Tickets: €30 adults | €20 children up to 12 years
Why You’ll Love It!
The Christmas Bus is a full holiday experience on a ride. Glide past Athens’ illuminated landmarks, sing along to beloved classics, taste festive delights, and let the city’s lights make this season a remarkable one. It will be a moment to rediscover the child within you, celebrate with loved ones, and let yourself into the authentic spirit of Christmas.
Get into that Christmas bus and bring up your festive mood cause in Athens, no one celebrates quite like this.
Book your experience here!
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