Things to do in Olympia, West Greece: The Best Walking Tours

Tour the ruins of Olympia with an archeologist & get the inside scoop on ancient life. Also, you'll visit the place where the Olympic Flame is ignited every four years for the modern Olympic Games and you will walk in the world’s first stadium and let this place come to life with real stories

Inclusions: Guided tour of the archaeological site and the museum, Local licensed guide and archaeologist

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Gratuities

This tour is designed to serve the several individual travelers who will be visiting Olympia between July 1st and September 30th. This tour is available either in English or in French. It won't be a bilingual tour but we will be using different guides each time for each language from the hand picked team of qualified guides that we work with. Our goal is to offer you a complete historical experience off-the-beaten track. The tour is designed for those of you that want to have an insight of the history and masterpieces of Olympia that only a licensed tour guide can present to you the best way, on a value for money tour.

Inclusions: Audio whisper guide system

Exclusions: Entrance fees for the archaeological site, Gratuities, Private transportation

Once in Olympia, the highlights to visit are the Archeological Museum also called the New Museum and the Archeological site. In the archeological site, among several other remains of important buildings, you will see the gymnasium and the palaestra, the round Philipeion, the workshop of Phidias where the gold and ivory statue of Zeus was built, the temples of Zeus and Hera, the altar where the Olympic torch is being lit in the modern days and the ancient Olympic stadium. In the archeological museum are housed all finds that were excavated from the archeological site. Bronze and clay offerings (tripods and figurines), armor, vases, the tools and cup from Phidias's workshop, the gorgeous Hermes by Praxiteles, the Nike by Paeonios and the very impressive and very well preserved classical statues from the pediments of the temple of Zeus etc.

Inclusions: Licensed tour guide services, Audio tour guide system

Exclusions: Private transportation, Entrance fees for the archaeological site and museum, Gratuities

Explore ancient Olympia comfortably on this 12-hour small group tour from Zakynthos. Accompanied by an archaeological guide and traveling by climate-controlled minivan or coach, discover the birthplace of the Olympic Games and run down the original Olympic track. Visit the museum and look around the village. Pause for lunch (cost not included) and take the time for souvenir shopping.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Transport by air-conditioned coach or minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance Fees

During this 3 hour, the self-guided tour you will have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to explore the well-preserved site where the Olympic games were born. The ancient Olympic Games were the most important sports event in the Greek world. According to the mythology, it was Hercules who established the games in order to celebrate the success of his 12 labors. During the tour, your tour operator will bring you walking to the hill outside the archeological site of Olympia to take some photos to the ancient track and field, View where the complete ancient temples and famous statues would have been standing as well as watch the ancient athletes preparing for the different sporting events. you will have the opportunity on your own to explore Olympia.

Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Drinks, Food and drinks, Food and drinks, other than the "value added offers" specified in your guidebook, Lunch, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

This small group half-day tour from the port of Katakolon will take you to Ancient Olympia, the playground of the Gods and heroes of Greek mythology and where the Olympic flame is lit for each Olympiad. Go off-the-beaten-path into a farm filled with fruit trees and vegetables and find Greek hospitality. This blessed land is home to one of the finest agricultural produce in the country. Discover the products of the olive tree, the symbol of immortality and wisdom on a free olive oil and wine tasting experience.

Inclusions: Small group tour, Port pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Live commentary on board, Bottled water, Snacks

Exclusions: Certified Guide by the Greek Ministry of Tourism within the Olympic site, Entrance fees, Gratuities

Immerse yourself in the magic of Ancient Olympia with a fascinating audio tour on your smartphone and discover the secrets of an archaeological site tied with the birth and evolution of the Olympic Games! Start your tour from the Ancient Gymnasium and enjoy an unforgettable stroll through the ruins of a Unesco World Heritage Site wrapped up in myth and legend. Having enjoyed a complete tour covering the highlights of the archaeological site, you will end your walk in front of the ruins of the Prytaneion, where joyous celebrations were once held for the winners of the games at the heart of the fertile valley of Alpheios. This tour, combining an immersive audio tour with a detailed map of the site, is your perfect companion for an unforgettable visit to one of the most potent landmarks of Greece. * Ticket/entrance fee to the archaeological site is not included. ** The tour is designed to cover the archaeological site of Olympia but doesn't include stories for the site museum.

Inclusions: Self-guided audio tour for your smartphone (Android & iOS) in English , Offline content with an offline interactive map to avoid roaming charges, Αctivation link to access your audio tour

Exclusions: Entrance fee to the archaeological site of Olympia or the Museum, Live Guide, Smartphone or headphones, Food and drinks, Transportation

Experience the archaeological site of Ancient Olympia from the comfort of your home with an engaging self-guided virtual tour, narrated in English, from your PC or smartphone browser. It’s so simple! You will receive an email with the tour link with instructions and, in a couple of minutes, you will travel back in time and enjoy a virtual journey from the comfort of your couch! Through the power of storytelling combined with street and satellite views, you will learn not only about historical facts but also discover unknown stories and tales of ancient and modern times that will amaze your family and friends. The tour’s content is the result of in-depth research, squeezed into brief intriguing stories that will make your virtual visit both engaging and informative. The tour is only available online and you can access it repeatedly and anytime. This is an unmissable opportunity to gain valuable insights into the birthplace of the Olympic Games!

Inclusions: Virtual Self-guided Tour for the archeological site of Ancient Olympia with satellite & street views, Audio content with engaging & original stories in English, 12 Points of Interest containing a total of 55 stories

Exclusions: Live Guide, Equipment, Offline access

Everyone in the world heard about the Olympic games and we will take you to the sacred place of the ancient world and the birthplace of the Olympic Games - ancient Olympia. Your guide will tell you everything about the place where the games were held every four years from the 8th century BC until the 4th AD. You will see all the surrounding infrastructure and several important temples. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel or from your cruise ship. On a comfortable private vehicle, you will have a ride to Olympia having an interesting commentary about Katakolon and Olympia. As soon as you will arrive you will have 3 hours guided tour with visits yo the temple of Zeus, the temple of Hera, the spot of the lighting of the Olympic torch, and the stadium, among other sites. The tour includes the inside visit to the Archeological Museum where you will see a lot of treasures. After that, we will drive you back to the port or to your hotel.

Inclusions: Professional licensed guide, Pick-up and drop-off, Transportation in a private vehicle, Entrance tickets, All fees and taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Everyone in the world heard about the Olympic games and we will take you to the sacred place of the ancient world and the birthplace of the Olympic Games - ancient Olympia. Your guide will tell you everything about the place where the games were held every four years from the 8th century BC until the 4th AD. You will see all the surrounding infrastructure and several important temples. Expand your tour with visits to famous winery and explore how the olive oil is made.

Inclusions: Professional licensed guide, Pick-up and drop-off, Transportation in a private vehicle, Entrance tickets, Wine tasting, Olive oil tasting, Snacks, All fees and taxes

Exclusions: Additional food and drinks