Archaeological Site and Highlights Olympia Museum Tour

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About this activity

Discover the rich history of Ancient Olympia, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on this engaging 2.5-hour tour. Join a local expert to explore the Olympic site, which resembles a beautiful park, and admire ancient facilities like the gymnasium and palestra.

Experience the thrill of running on the Olympic track and reflect on the wonders of the ancient world beneath the shade of historic trees.

The tour also includes a visit to the exceptional archaeological museum, showcasing original antiquities unearthed from the site, making it a must for history enthusiasts.

2.5-hour guided tour of Ancient Olympia and its archaeological museum
Visit the historic Olympic site, including ancient training facilities and the temple of Zeus
See the place where the Olympic flame is lit for each Olympiad
Run on the famous Olympic track
Explore the museum filled with original artifacts from the site

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Olympia Guided Tours by Elena

What is included

Included

Included: Official tourist guide throughout the tour

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees: Admission to Olympic site/Museum
Not included: Private transportation: Hotel pick-up upon request

Itinerary

Archaeological Site of Olympia

1 h 30 min Admission not included

Discover the land where the Olympic torch is lit and the original Olympic stadium at the archeological site.

Join your local expert on a private tour to all the Highlights of the Olympic site.

Ancient gymnasium and palestra – The ancient athletic facilities

Temple of Hera – Where the Olympic Torch lighting ceremony takes everytime

Temple of Zeus – The largest temple in the area, where one of the seven wonders of the ancient world stood: the gold and ivory statue of Zeus

Olympic stadium – The largest ancient Greek stadium

This beautiful open-air archaeological park, a UNESCO monument, is sure to reward you!
Archaeological Museum of Olympia

one hour Admission not included

Continue your journey back in time by visiting the Archeological museum. A 5-minute walk will bring you to the treasures of the Archaeological Museum of Ancient Olympia. The museum is a real revelation!

It houses the antiquities from the site excavations and Everything is ORIGINAL!

Hermes of Paxiteles statue

The statue of Nike

The Pediments of the Temple of Zeus

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meeting point:

You meet your tourist guide at the ticket kiosk of the archaeological site - there you may purchase your tickets which are valid for the whole area ( site & museums).

End point

Meeting point:

You meet your tourist guide at the ticket kiosk of the archaeological site - there you may purchase your tickets which are valid for the whole area ( site & museums).

Using your ticket

Meeting point:

Meet your local tourist guide at the ticket kiosk of the archaeological site - there you may purchase your tickets which are valid for the whole area ( site & museums).