The construction of the Olympieion or Temple of Olympian Zeus began in the 6th century BC but it wasn’t completed until the 2nd century AD under the reign of the Roman emperor Hadrian. The temple is supported by 17 -meter high Corinthian style columns and was one of the largest in ancient Greece. It is situated 500 metres east of the Acropolis.
Opening hours Temple of Olympian Zeus
April - October: 8 AM to 7 PM
November - March. 8 AM to 3.30 PM
The temple is open daily in the summer and the winter season so that all guests of the Greek capital have the chance to see the site of this former majestic temple. The entry times for the following months will be updated regularly.
Admission fee Temple of Olympian Zeus
Unified ticket -Full: € 6
Reduced: € 3
Visitors under the age of 25 from EU countries have free admission. The "free ticket" is available at the cash desks. (Please show ID). For non-EU citizens the admission is free of charge for children up to 5 years old. For older children admission fees are charged at the entrance. Please inform yourself at the ticket office about the cheapest tariff.
Ticket Temple of Olympian Zeus
By ordering the Athens City Pass all-inclusive, you have free access to the Temple of Olympian Zeus. You will receive your ticket enclosed in the Athens City Pass package via E-mail.