Temple of Olympian Zeus: Self-Guided Audio Tour on your Phone (without ticket)
3.8
6 Ratings
Athens
Step inside the Temple of Olympian Zeus in Athens and embark on a self-guided audio tour on your phone. Discover the history and myths of ancient Athens while exploring the largest temple of Ancient Greece.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Temple of Olympian Zeus - Temple of Zeus

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!

Temple of Apollo Delphinios

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.

Roman Bathhouse

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.

What's Included
  • Self-guided audio tour for smartphones (Android & iOS)
  • Secure promo code to access the tour
  • Offline content includes an interactive map
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fee for the Archaeological site of the Olympieion
  • Live Guide
  • Smartphone or headphones
  • App not compatible with Windows phones
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Embark on a captivating journey at one of Athens and Greece’s most powerful historical sites, the Olympieion, also known as the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Supply your smartphone with an engaging audio tour for a unique encounter. Feast your eyes on the remnants of a mammoth temple nestled in the city’s vibrant core while diving deep into the ancient Athenian history and mythology. Wrap up your exploration with a visit to the balaneion, a traditional Grecian public bath, for a visual representation of the common life of Athenians millennia ago. Don’t miss out on an extraordinary chance to delve into the largest temple of Ancient Greece and watch the city’s history revive via an award-winning narrative approach!

  • Please note that the entry fee to the archaeological site is not included.
  • This is a downloadable self-guided audio tour for your smartphone. No live guide will accompany you. No VR / AR is included
  • After booking, you will receive an email through Viator, from our local supplier, Clio Muse Tours with further instructions about your tour. Please check your email spam folder as well
  • Keep in mind that internet access might be unavailable in the archaeological site & mobile signal may be weak. So, please download the app and the tour on your smartphone to enjoy it offline
  • Please consider that is an audio tour & tickets/admission fees are not included in the price
  • The audio tour can be used repeatedly both online and offline. Use your headphones to best enjoy
  • 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)
  • Book per device to be used, not per participant
  • Please wear sunscreen and a hat during the hot summer months
  • Visitors are advised to wear comfortable shoes
  • Temple of Olympian Zeus hours of operation: 1 November - 31 March 8:30 - 16:00, 1 April - 15 May: 8:00 - 18:00 p.m, 16 May - 31 August: 8:00 - 20:00, September: 8:00 - 19:30, October: 8:00 - 18:30
  • Ensure that your smartphone is fully charged prior to your visit and you have got a pair of earphones with you
  • Non - refundable once activated
Location
Temple of Olympian Zeus
There is no meeting point. The tour starts at Vasilisis Olgas Avenue, 105 57, Athens at the entrance of the Olympieion. How to get there: The site is a mere 4 minutes from the Acropolis metro station.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Mmayoral
Sep 3, 2023
Wonderful! - Wonderful! I didn't use the audio guide. There are explanatory signs on site and today the internet helps us with accessibility to all information! It's very worth the visit!
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Sala_d
Apr 26, 2023
Exceptional Audio Tour - Would highly recommend this audio tour, it gives great information that you would not get going alone, and is thorough without paying for a group tour.
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Chryssa_t
Mar 8, 2022
A must see attraction in Athens and such interesting history behind it! - So much history in a nutshell. The temple was beautiful and the stories of the audio guide made me travel back in time.
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Mika_p
Oct 18, 2021
Wish I could’ve experienced it. It never loaded or showed up for me. - I never could access it as it never showed up in my feed. I need a refund. Who knows how it was. Not happy.
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