Small Group Katakolon To Olympia Tour

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.

Your tour will continue with a totally different vibe. The modern village of Olympia is located next to the archaeological site and museum, where you can have a drink with the locals or explore the main street with its many shops where you can find everything, from jewelry and clothes to arts and crafts for you and your loved ones!