Ancient Olympia
the birthplace of the Olympic Games
Travel through time through the place that gave birth to the most important sports races of history, in Ancient Olympia.
Less than 4 hours from Athens, Ancient Olympia with its outdoor space and its archaeological museum is a unique excursion to history, culture and nature. The statue of Hermes of Praxiteles and Nike of Paionion are here, as well as innumerable souvenirs from the Modern Olympics. The ancient Olympia Stadium, a place that must be visited by each visitor together with the Temple of Hera, the Archaeological Museum (which is one of the most important in Greece), the Palaestra, the Bouleuterion, the Ancient Gymnasium and the Workshop of Pheidia.
The magical landscape that surrounds the Alfios River, the largest river in the Peloponnese, is ideal for walking along its shore.
