Archaia Olympia Trip Overview
Immerse yourself in the magic of Ancient Olympia with a fascinating audio tour on your smartphone and discover the secrets of an archaeological site tied with the birth and evolution of the Olympic Games!
Start your tour from the Ancient Gymnasium and enjoy an unforgettable stroll through the ruins of a Unesco World Heritage Site wrapped up in myth and legend. Having enjoyed a complete tour covering the highlights of the archaeological site, you will end your walk in front of the ruins of the Prytaneion, where joyous celebrations were once held for the winners of the games at the heart of the fertile valley of Alpheios. This tour, combining an immersive audio tour with a detailed map of the site, is your perfect companion for an unforgettable visit to one of the most potent landmarks of Greece.
* Ticket/entrance fee to the archaeological site is not included.
** The tour is designed to cover the archaeological site of Olympia but doesn’t include stories for the site museum.
Additional Info
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Starts: Archaia Olympia, Greece
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Archaia Olympia, Greece, Greece
Immerse yourself in the magic of Ancient Olympia with a fascinating audio tour on your smartphone and discover the secrets of an archaeological site tied with the birth and evolution of the Olympic Games!
Start your tour from the Ancient Gymnasium and enjoy an unforgettable stroll through the ruins of a Unesco World Heritage Site wrapped up in myth and legend. Having enjoyed a complete tour covering the highlights of the archaeological site, you will end your walk in front of the ruins of the Prytaneion, where joyous celebrations were once held for the winners of the games at the heart of the fertile valley of Alpheios. This tour, combining an immersive audio tour with a detailed map of the site, is your perfect companion for an unforgettable visit to one of the most potent landmarks of Greece.
* Ticket/entrance fee to the archaeological site is not included.
** The tour is designed to cover the archaeological site of Olympia but doesn’t include stories for the site museum.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Archaeological Site of Olympia, Archea Olympia, Olympia 27065 Greece
Ancient Gymnasium: Your tour begins by introducing you to the Ancient Gymnasium of Olympia, where you will gain valuable insights into the values of the ancient Greeks and their attitude towards health and wellbeing.
Temple of Hera: As you explore the archaic Temple of Hera, you will learn about the Heraean games, an ancient female running event lost in the mists of time. You will also discover the famous setting where the Olympic fire is lit every four years.
Ancient Stadium: Obviously, one of the highlights of your visit will be the Ancient Stadium. You’ll walk through the monumental portico, the so-called Krypte, which has been crossed by countless ancient youths dreaming to meet glory and you’ll step in the celebrated stadium to listen to the riveting stories of real and mythical athletic events tied to the history of Olympia.
Temple of Zeus: Now it’s time to experience the imposing Temple of Zeus! Once home to the gold and ivory statue of Zeus, listed among the 7 wonders of the ancient world, the temple will generously treat you with wonderful stories about Centaurs and Lapiths, as well as the founding myth of the Olympic games!
Duration: 50 minutes
