Olympia Archaeological Site Tickets
Why Visit Olympia?
Located at the foot of the Hill of Kronos and surrounded by the Alfeios and Kladeos rivers, the archaeological site of Olympia is one of the most important sites in Greece. In ancient times, this spectacular site was home to a significant sanctuary dedicated to Zeus, the father of the gods, and the venue for the Olympic Games.
Did you know that the history of the Olympics began in 776 BC? On this visit, you'll be able to delve into the origins of this famous competition while you visit outstanding areas such as the Gymnasium and the Palaestra, dedicated to the training of the athletes.
Nearby, from the arched gate through which hundreds of athletes passed, you'll enter the great Olympic Stadium, whose track is 212 metres (695 ft) long and 28.5 metres (93,5 ft) wide. It had a capacity for a whopping 50,000 spectators!
During your visit, you'll see the Temple of Zeus, which housed the statue of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. You'll also be able to admire the remains of the Temple of Hera, where the altar of the Olympic flame is located.
This ticket also includes admission to the Archaeological Museum of Olympia and the Museum of the History of the Ancient Olympic Games. The perfect way to complement your tour of Classical Greece!
Olympia Archaeological Site Opening Hours
The archaeological site of Olympia opens at the following times:
- April 1st to August 31st: 8 am to 8 pm, with final admission to 7:30 pm
- September 1st to 15th: 8 am to 7:30 pm, with final admission at 7 pm
- September 16th to 30th: 8 am to 7 pm, with final admission at 6:30 pm
- October 1st to 15th: 8 am to 6:30 pm, with final admission at 6 pm
- October 16th to 31st: 8 am to 6 pm, with final admission at 5:30 pm
Skip-The-Line Ticket
This ticket is valid for all ages and allows you to skip the long queues at the ticket office. However, the following people can enter free of charge on presentation of their ID at the ticket office:
- Children and young people up to 25, from EU Member States
- Children up to 5 from non-EU countries
- Anyone over 25 in secondary education and vocational training from EU Member States and European Economic Area countries
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Included
Admission to the Olympia Archaeological Site and the Archaeological Museum of Ancient Olympia
Admission to the Ancient Olympic Games Museum
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
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This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Key Tours S.a.
Corporate name: Key Tours S.A.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Olympia Archaeological Site