Athens Temple of Olympian Zeus Tickets

See one of the greatest monuments of classical Athens with this skip-the-line entrance to the Temple of Olympian Zeus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site . For lovers of the classical world, skip the queues and enter to learn about the ancient history of this ancient Greek temple. See the remains of this impressive monument dedicated to Zeus and opt for an audio guide to hear the history of classical Athens .

Located five hundred metres southeast of the Acropolis, this grandiose temple, measuring 96 metres long and 40 metres wide, was built between the 6th and 2nd centuries BC. This impressive construction, in honour of the king of Olympus and god of thunder, had 104 Corinthian columns and a gold and ivory statue of the god Zeus.

The Temple of Zeus was undoubtedly the largest of the ancient temples of Athens. Unfortunately, however, only a small part of it is preserved to this day. Construction began during the rule of Pisistratus and was not completed until seven centuries later, under the rule of Emperor Hadrian.

Although an earthquake destroyed the majestic temple, today you can still see some of its remains still standing. On a large grassy esplanade, you will see this Greek marvel and its 16 Corinthian columns that have survived over the millennia. Next to it you will also see Hadrian's Gate, an impressive 18-metre high marble arch that was built in the name of the Roman Emperor Hadrian in 131 AD.