From Athens: Ancient Olympia Full-Day Tour
Compare the ticket details for From Athens: Ancient Olympia Full-Day Tour in Athens, then choose the date and option that fit your plans.
Check dates and bookStart with the exact product: From Athens: Ancient Olympia Full-Day Tour. Check which entry, route or performance your chosen option covers rather than assuming similarly named tickets are interchangeable.
Leave enough time to reach the listed venue or meeting point. Review the duration, arrival instructions and participant requirements for this product before planning another activity afterwards.
About this experience
From Athens: Ancient Olympia Full-Day Tour is a guided day trip from Athens to the archaeological site of Ancient Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games, which were first held in 776 BC. The tour covers the full journey from Athens to the Peloponnese and back, with a guide leading the group through one of Greece's most significant classical sites. At the site, visitors walk through the Altis sanctuary, the Temple of Zeus, the Temple of Hera, and the original Olympic stadium, which seated around 45,000 spectators. The Archaeological Museum of Olympia, housing the statue of Hermes by Praxiteles and the Zeus pediment sculptures, is typically included. Tickets cover guided access to the site and museum, with transport from Athens included in the booking.
Highlights
- Full-day guided trip from Athens to Ancient Olympia
- Visit the Temple of Zeus and Temple of Hera on site
- Walk the original Olympic stadium, built for 45,000 spectators
- Explore the Altis sanctuary, birthplace of the Olympic Games
- Tour the Archaeological Museum of Olympia and its collections
- Games at this site date back to 776 BC
What is included
- Return transport from Athens to Ancient Olympia
- Professional guide throughout the tour
- Entry to the archaeological site of Ancient Olympia
- Visit to the Temple of Zeus and Temple of Hera
- Access to the original Olympic stadium
- Entry to the Archaeological Museum of Olympia
Cancellation terms
These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.
Booking questions
What should I check before booking From Athens: Ancient Olympia Full-Day Tour?
Confirm the date, participant types, inclusions and meeting point shown for your selected option. Extras and entry arrangements can vary between ticket types.
Can I cancel this ticket?
Read the policy for your selected date and ticket option. A product description is not a promise of free cancellation.
Will this experience be in my language?
Check the actual guide, audio or performance language on the booking page. A translated website does not guarantee a translated experience.
Booking guides
Uber Boat by Thames Clippers tickets in London
Plan a London river journey: compare listed boat tickets, boarding points and travel options before choosing your date.
London theatre and West End tickets
Compare London theatre options by production, performance date and seat details, with practical advice for planning your evening.
Broadway show tickets in New York
Find a Broadway performance that fits your New York trip and compare dates, seating details and ticket conditions.
River cruises and boat tours
Compare river sightseeing trips and boat experiences by route, departure point and the inclusions that matter to your day.
Airport transfers and airport rail tickets
Compare airport travel options by terminal, destination, luggage allowance and the conditions of the specific service.
Theme park tickets and family days out
Compare theme park tickets by park, visit date and access type, then check the practical details for your group.
Museum and gallery tickets
Plan museum visits around the collections, exhibitions and entry conditions that interest you, with direct links to listed ticket options.
Observation decks and city viewpoints
Compare skyline experiences by viewing area, entry time and ticket conditions before choosing a city viewpoint.
City passes and multi-attraction tickets
Work out whether a city pass suits your itinerary by comparing included attractions, reservations and validity rules.
Guided walking tours and neighbourhood visits
Choose a walking tour by area, language, pace and meeting point, with practical advice for fitting it into your trip.
Food tours, tastings and cooking classes
Compare food experiences by format, menu information, dietary requirements and the practical details of joining.
Family attractions and days out
Compare family activities by age guidance, visit length, practical facilities and the ticket options your group needs.