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Temple of Olympian Zeus Ticket and Audio Tour

Temple of Olympian Zeus in Athens with tourists using audio guides
Temple of Olympian Zeus in Athens with skip-the-line ticket and audio tour experience
Temple of Olympian Zeus in Athens with tourists using audio guides
Temple of Olympian Zeus in Athens with skip-the-line ticket and audio tour experience

Explore the colossal monument dedicated to Zeus, one of the largest temples in the ancient world. Listen to the audio tour while taking in the intricate architecture!

Highlights

  • Enjoy entry to the Temple of Olympian Zeus with a riveting multilingual audio tour.

  • Explore the architectural intricacies of the ancient Greek temple.

  • Listen to narrative storytelling that will pique your interest in Greek mythology.

  • Learn about the legendary Theseus, who founded Athens after a gory bloodbath.

  • Imagine the history of the city come to life at the site dating back over 2000 years.

  • Picture what everyday life looked like in ancient Athens while visiting the balaneion, an ancient Greek public bath.

Inclusions

  • Entry to the Temple of Olympian Zeus

  • Self-guided audio tour for your smartphone (Android and iOS)

  • Offline content with an offline interactive map to avoid roaming charges

Exclusions

  • Live guide

  • Smartphone or headphones

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Reviews

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Guests from United States, Spain, Brazil and over 12 countries have loved this experience
James Curtin

James

3/5

Jul, 2024

The wind was causing the dirt the cover us and there was no shelter. The pillars were behind scaffold and whilst preservation work is important it detracted from the experience.
Jennifer Rentas

Jennifer

5/5

Oct, 2024

Easy to find, the entrance wasn't crowded. We pass through like a breeze!
ELISA GARCIA FERRER

Elisa

3/5

Sep, 2024

It was not possible to do the tour as the audio guide said, it was not up to date.
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Dugald McKay

Dugald

3/5

Jul, 2024

A little to comprehensive audio
Roberta Otto

Roberta

4/5

Oct, 2024

See one of the most important monuments from ancient Greece while listening to a gripping storytelling session from your audio tour. This experience is sure to fire up your imagination. You will watch the history of classical Athens come to life listening to the myths about Greek legends like Zeus and Theseus.

You will learn about the story of the Great Deluge, the stormy wrath that fell upon humankind by Zeus. Among other stories, you will also indulge in the tale of how Theseus founded Athens after a gory bloodbath. You will get a chance to marvel at the intricate architecture of this Greek wonder. Ending your walk with a stop at the balaneion, you will learn more about the cultural and historical significance of the Greek public bath.

Temple of Zeus

Monday08:00 AM - 03:00 PMlast entry 02:30 PM
Tuesday08:00 AM - 03:00 PMlast entry 02:30 PM
Wednesday08:00 AM - 03:00 PMlast entry 02:30 PM
Thursday08:00 AM - 03:00 PMlast entry 02:30 PM
Friday08:00 AM - 03:00 PMlast entry 02:30 PM
Saturday08:00 AM - 03:00 PMlast entry 02:30 PM
Sunday08:00 AM - 03:00 PMlast entry 02:30 PM

Important Information

  • Headphones and a charged smartphone are mandatory for this tour.

  • The audio tour is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Mini 1st generation.

  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

  • It is recommended to download the e-ticket and audio tour on your smartphone prior to your visit in order to enjoy it offline.

  • Ensure your smartphone is fully charged prior to your visit.

Audio Tour Languages

English, French, Italian, and German.

Operating hours

8 am - 3 pm

My Tickets

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID to your guide.

  • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

  • Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Ticket Redemption Point

  • You can redeem the tickets directly at the entrance of Temple of Olympian Zeus.

  • Address: Vasilisis Olgas Avenue, 105 57, Athens.

  • To locate the meeting point on Google Maps, simply search for - Temple of Olympian Zeus.

href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Temple+of+Olympian+Zeus/@37.9697904,23.7333594,17z/data=!4m13!1m7!3m6!1s0x14a1bd15b22aa1cd:0xd4c8d91fad7fb9a7!2sLeof.+Vasilissis+Olgas,+Athina,+Greece!3b1!8m2!3d37.9697862!4d23.7355481!3m4!1s0x14a1bd169b9c6429:0x5519bb221fe94255!8m2!3d37.9693!4d23.7331">Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By bus

  • The nearest bus stop is Makrygiannē.

  • The stop is 3 minutes away from the redemption point.

  • Buses #227, #790, #856, and more will get you there.

By subway

  • The nearest subway station is Acropoli.

  • The station is 4 minutes away from the redemption point.

  • The M2 subway will get you there.

Validity

This ticket is valid on the date and time selected during checkout.

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