Olympia

An impressive site, famous for the Olympic Games

In the western Peloponnese, within the "Valley of Gods," stands the most renowned sanctuary of ancient Greece and the origin of the most significant athletic mega-event in history: the Olympic Games. Olympia ranks among the most famous tourist spots in Greece and is one of the strongest global brand name identities. Olympia can be reached conveniently from other notable locations in Greece. It is under 4 hours from Athens and just 1 hour from Patras port or Kalamata airport. Many buses and trains run daily between Athens and Olympia. A different way to reach Olympia from Athens is by joining one of the numerous sightseeing tours offered in Athens.