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Temple of Olympian Zeus: E-Ticket with Audio Tour on Your Phone

4.0(2 reviews)Athens, GreeceOperated by Clio Muse Tours
  • Duration1 hour
  • GroupShared · max 999
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesGerman, English, Italian
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Step inside one of the most potent landmarks of Greece, the Olympieion, and enjoy a unique experience provided by a time-slotted e-ticket combined with an audio tour on your smartphone. Marvel at the remains of a colossal temple at the pulsating heart of the city and gain invaluable insight into the history and myths of ancient Athens. End your walk with a stop at the balaneion, the Greek public bath and discover an ancient bathhouse to picture what everyday life must have been like thousands of years ago. This is an unmissable opportunity to explore the largest temple of Ancient Greece and to see the city’s history coming to life through an award-winning storytelling concept!

What to expect

1 hour3 stopsShared tourMax 999 travellers

  1. Temple of Olympian Zeus

    Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas, Leoforos Amalias, Athens, 105 57, Greece

    20 minutesAdmission included

    Set on a riotous journey back in time to learn about the turbulent 700-year history of the construction of the temple and its fate throughout the centuries. This is also a perfect chance to freshen up your Greek Mythology and listen to the story of the Great Deluge, the divine wrath that fell upon humankind on a day when Zeus felt kind of stormy!

  2. Temple of Olympian Zeus

    Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas, Leoforos Amalias, Athens, 105 57, Greece

    10 minutesAdmission included

    Gazing at the ruins of the temple of Apollo Delphinios, learn how god Apollo earned his nickname and became associated with dolphins in greek mythology. The site is also home to many brutal stories, including a gory bloodbath upon which the city was founded by Theseus, one of the city’s legendary kings.

  3. Temple of Olympian Zeus

    Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas, Leoforos Amalias, Athens, 105 57, Greece

    15 minutesAdmission included

    At close proximity to Olympieion, you will end your walk in front of the balaneion to discover the relics of an ancient bathhouse. You will learn about the rejuvenating benefits of public baths and how the Greeks and the Romans ritualized the act of bathing turning it into an integral part of their everyday life.

Pickup & meeting point

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Start

There is no meeting point. The audio tour is designed to begin at the entrance of the archaeological site of Olympieion. How to get there: The temple of Olympian Zeus is a mere 4 minutes from the Acropolis metro station. You’ll take the exit towards Makrigianni street and walk up the road until you reach Dionysiou Areopagitou. From there, you’ll turn right and walk about 40 meters to arrive at Vasilissis Amalias avenue. Just behind Hadrian’s Arch, you will see the imposing view of the Temple of Zeus. Alternatively: By metro: Acropolis Metro station (Red Line), Syntagma station (Red & Blue Line Junction)

End / drop-off

There is no meeting point. The audio tour is designed to begin at the entrance of the archaeological site of Olympieion. How to get there: The temple of Olympian Zeus is a mere 4 minutes from the Acropolis metro station. You’ll take the exit towards Makrigianni street and walk up the road until you reach Dionysiou Areopagitou. From there, you’ll turn right and walk about 40 meters to arrive at Vasilissis Amalias avenue. Just behind Hadrian’s Arch, you will see the imposing view of the Temple of Zeus. Alternatively: By metro: Acropolis Metro station (Red Line), Syntagma station (Red & Blue Line Junction)

Redemption

Indirect delivery

➡️ The Viator Voucher is NOT Your Ticket! ⬅️ Do not use it at the entrance; it will not be accepted. How to get your valid tickets: Check your e-mails: Look for a Viator e-mail with the subject: "Your tour operator sent you a message about your booking". Follow the link located in the email to access your booking page and find your tickets and audio guide. Use the "Contact Tour Operator" button: Found in your Viator confirmation email, this also opens the message thread with your booking page link. Tickets are available on your Booking Page at 10:00 PM the night before your visit. Please download them in advance. Still can't find your tickets? Visit https://checkin.cliomusetours.com/viator/ Enter your Viator booking reference number, found in your Viator booking confirmation email, to access your booking page and find your tickets and audio guide. Need help? WhatsApp: +30 210 322 6986 (Fastest) Phone: +30 210 300 6246 Email: support@cliomusetours.com Our team is available daily, 07:00 AM – 08:00 PM (EEST)

What's included

Included

  • Self-guided audio tour for your smartphone (Android & iOS)
  • Offline content with offline interactive map to avoid roaming charges
  • Adult Entry e-ticket to the Temple of Olympian Zeus
  • Secure promo code to access the tour after downloading the app
  • Time-slotted ticket service

Not included

  • Smartphone or headphones
  • Live Guide
  • App not compatible with Windows phones
  • Transportation & Hotel pick up

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • From 22/11/21 to 6/12/21, all visitors should provide a Covid-19 vaccination or immunity certificate at the entrance due to government restrictions.

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 15 travellers per booking
  • Age bands: Adult (25–64)

Additional information

  • After booking, you will receive an email from Clio Muse Tours with further instructions about your e-ticket and audio tour. Please check your email spam folder as well. Ticket(s) will be sent to your email 24 hours prior to you visit
  • As internet access might be unavailable & mobile signal may be weak at the Temple, prior to your visit and while you have wifi access, download on your smartphone, your e-ticket and audio tour to enjoy it offline. The required size for the app & the tour is 100-150 MB.
  • No live guide will accompany you. No AR/VR is included.
  • An Android or iOS smartphone is required. 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.
  • Please ensure you have enough storage space. (required size for the app & tour: 100-150 MB).
  • The audio tour can be used repeatedly. Use your headphones to best enjoy.
  • Please wear sunscreen and a hat during hot months.
  • Visitors are advised to wear comfortable shoes.
  • EU citizens aged 0-25 are entitled to have free admission tickets. However, they have to wait in line to show ID card or passport.
  • Children up to the age of 5, from non-European Union countries, are entitled to have free admission tickets upon presentation of their passport for verification of their age and country of origin.
  • From 1st of April to 31st of October Non-EU citizens, between 6 to 25 years old, upon presentation of their passport, are entitled to 50% reduced admission. However, they have to wait in line.
  • From 1st of April to 31st of October senior citizens over 65 from Greece or other EU member-states and the European Economic Area are entitled to 50% reduced admission, upon presentation of their ID card or passport for verification of their age and country of origin. However, they have to wait in line.
  • Ensure your device is fully charged prior to your visit
  • Please be aware that there may be long queues at the entrance, so you might need to wait before entering.

Languages

Audio
German, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • 0+ days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 1 day before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Europe/Athens
Product code
57246P45

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Age of each traveller
  • First name of each traveller
  • Last name of each traveller
  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

4.0/ 52 reviews
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Ratings aggregated from Viator (1) and Tripadvisor (1).

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