Ancient Olympia full-day trip

Discover the land that was host to the ancient Olympiads and one of the world’s most important archaeological sites.

Type

Full-day trip

Description

Ancient Olympia. The birthplace of the Olympic Games (776 BC). The land that was host to the ancient Olympiads, the games that were held to honor the Olympian Gods. The place where the Olympic flame is ignited by the sun’s rays every four years. Home to one of the world’s most famous archaeological sites. Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins of Ancient Olympia, visit the excellent museum and vast complex to admire the remains of temples and the stadium, hippodrome, wrestling school, and gymnasium where Olympic athletes trained, and feel the captivating energy grab ahold of your mind and body.

Duration

10 hours

Points

  • Archaeological Site of Olympia
  • Archaeological Museum of Olympia
  • Museum of the Olympic Games
  • Ancient Olympia museum
  • Temple of Olympian Zeus
  • Stadium at Olympia
  • Temple of Hera (the lighting place of the Olympic flame)
  • Nymphaion
  • Palaestra
  • Philippeion

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