Ancient Olympia: Archaeological Site and Museum Entry Ticket
ID: GYG427346-769746
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
1 days
Description
Explore one of the most glorious sanctuaries of the ancient world in Ancient Olympia. See the birthplace of the Olympic Games. with a pre-booked entry ticket.
Travel back in time to the site of the first Olympic Games, and the Unesco-listed ruins of Ancient Olympia. Go directly to the archaeological site of the ancient Olympia, one of the archaeological highlights of the Peloponnese.Stroll and admire the remains of temples. See the Temple of Zeus, the largest temple in the Peloponnese, considered by many to be the perfect example of Doric architecture.Next, visit The Temple of Hera, one of the oldest monumental temples in Greece. Explore the stadium, hippodrome, wrestling school, and gymnasium where Olympic athletes trained.
Continue to the archaeological museum that presents the long history of the most-celebrated sanctuary of antiquity: the sanctuary of Zeus. Take in a vast number of finds from the excavations in the sacred precinct of the Altis.Conclude your visit wit a stop at The Museum of the History of the Olympic Games in Olympia. Learn the important history of the Olympic Games and hosts findings related to the period when the ancient games took place.
Highlights
- Visit Ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games
- Marvel at the prehistoric finds that hosts the Archaeological Museum
- Explore the Olympia Ancient Olympic Games Museum
- Step back in time as you admire the ancient architecture
- Visit the ancient Temples of Zeus, and the Temple of Hera
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Important note: Only for the entrance to the Archaeological Museum of Ancient Olympia, you do need to choose a specific time and day of visit. For the archaeological site of ancient Olympia and the Museum of History of the Olympic Games, you can enter anytime you wish, strictly on the selected date of your booking.
• The operating hours may vary due to special occasions, please check before visiting.
• This ticket is for travelers over 25 years. The reduced-price tickets are not available online
• Infants aged 0-5 and EU citizens under 25 receive free admission upon providing their ID at the ticket booth at the Acropolis site. Non-EU citizens under 25 receive a reduced-price entry (April-October) upon providing their ID at the ticket booth
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
