About Panathenaic Stadium

The birthplace of the modern day Olympics, the stadium built in there in 330 BC was host to several athletic events in Athens pre-Christianity, The Panathenaic Games hosted in honor of the God Athena, like the Olympics, was hosted every four years at the stadium. The stadium also featured a race-course featuring several events. The stadium made of marble has history embedded within its walls. It is the final location for the Olympic torch. The unique 'U' shape of the stadium has influenced many architects around the world. The stadium reconstructed in 1800 still hosts many events. Most recently it was host to the 2005 Olympics. For the pure nostalgia and for all the sports buffs, the stadium is a must-see destination.

Must See

  • The Stands
  • Oval stadium construction
  • Marble architecture
  • Torch
  • Agalma Harry Truman
  • ArtZone42 Gallery
  • Museum of Greek Scouting
  • National Gallery - Museum Alexandros Soutzos
  • Byzantine and Christian Museum
  • Aristotle's Lyceum
  • Postal & Philatelic Museum
  • Loopers
  • Dimitris Pierides Museum of Contemporary Art
  • War Museum

How to reach

Private transportation/ Taxis: via Stadiou and EO91 (Taxi: One-Way from: 5€ - 7€)

Public transportation/ Metro/ Trains:7:03 PM from Omonia tto Mets Station.

 

 

Tips

  • Wear comfortable shoes and clothes as there is a lot of walking.
  • Photography is allowed at the site.
  • 10 minutes walking from the metro station.
  • An audio tour is available at the site.
  • There are cafes and restaurants near the site.
  • The same ticket gives access to the stadium track and the small museum nearby.
  • Children also enjoy this place a lot as its related to sports history.

Visit Time

March to October

Monday: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.  

Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Sunday: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

November to February

Sunday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Monday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday:8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday:8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Sunday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

Nil. The crowds are moving at the site.

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

1 to 2 hours

 

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Weather

Scattered Clouds 12.57°C

 

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