Temple of Olympian Zeus tour in Athens: The great debt

Step inside the Temple of Olympian Zeus with a gripping audio tour on your smartphone!

To begin with, you will have the chance to freshen up your Greek Mythology. You’ll listen to the story of the Great Deluge as you approach the Great Propylon. Well, terrible things can happen when the Gods feel stormy! From here on, a riotous journey back in time begins! Learn about the turbulent 700-year history of the construction of the temple and its fate throughout the centuries. You’re guessing right! This is a gripping coming-of-age story of the city itself… All mythic and real events are rolled into a brilliantly tied narrative! You will, finally, end your walk at the balaneion, where you will discover the relics of an ancient bathhouse and learn about the rejuvenating benefits of public baths!

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!

Notes

• Duration: 2 hours
• 20 Stories
• Distance: 0.50km
• 5 Stops

Opening hours for Temple of Olympian Zeus

1 November - 31 March: Monday - Sunday: 08:00 - 17:00 (last admission: 16:30)

1 April - 31 October: Monday - Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00 (last admission: 19:30)

Additional admission

General admission: €8

Know before you book

• This is a downloadable self-guided audio tour for your smartphone. No live guide will accompany you. No VR / AR is included (virtual reality/artificial reality).
• Please consider that this is an audio tour for the archaeological site of the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Admission fees are not included in the price.
• After booking, you will receive an email with instructions for the audio tour. Please check your email spam folder as well.
• Please note that for the audio tour you must have an Android or iOS smartphone and make sure you have enough storage space on your phone (100-150 MB).
• The audio tour is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 6 or older, iPod Touch 6th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Air 1st generation, iPad Mini 3rd generation or older.
• Book per device to be used, not per participant.
• Non refundable once activated.

Know before you go

• Mobile signal may be weak at the site(s). Download your audio tour on your smartphone prior to your visit to fully enjoy it.
• After booking, you will receive an email with further instructions on how to access and download your audio tour. Please check your email spam folder as well.
• Ensure that your smartphone is fully charged and that you bring your earphones.
• Please note that admission fees are not included in the price. Proceed to the ticket offices to purchase your entry ticket.
• Download the application and the tour on your smartphone prior to your visit to go offline and avoid roaming charges.
• The audio tour can be used anytime, online or offline.
• Use your headphones to best enjoy it.
• Please wear sunscreen and a hat during the hot summer months.
• Kindly note that visitors are advised to wear sturdy shoes.
• Ensure that your smartphone is fully charged prior to your visit.