Self-guided virtual tour of Ancient Olympia
Discover the archaeological site of Ancient Olympia and explore the places where the very first Olympic Games took place. Experience this virtual tour from the comfort of your home with an engaging self-guided storytelling, narrated in English.
Your virtual tour begins with the Ancient Gymnasium of Olympia, where you will learn about the. As you explore the archaic Temple of Hera, you will learn about the Heraean games, an ancient female running event lost in the mists of time. You will also discover the famous setting where the Olympic fire is lit every four years. One of the highlights of this virtual visit will be the Ancient Stadium. You’ll see the monumental portico, the so-called Krypte, which has been crossed by countless youths dreaming to meet glory.
Thanks to the power of storytelling combined with street and satellite views, you will learn not only about historical facts about the Ancient site of Olympia, but also discover unknown stories and tales of ancient and modern times that will amaze your family and friends. The tour is only available online, and you can access it repeatedly and anytime.
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- Enjoy a hassle-free virtual visit to Ancient Olympia from the comfort of your home
- Marvel at the Temple of Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Heraeon
- Discover unknown facts and secrets as you listen to the audio commentary
Important to know
- This is a virtual tour for the archaeological site of Ancient Olympia that you can take from the comfort of your home and feel like you were there
- No live guide or meeting point required
- You will receive an email from the local supplier with instructions on how to access your tour via a link. Check your spam folder as well
- No special equipment is needed (i.e. special glasses)
- This product can be accessed from any web browser and requires internet connection
- This product cannot be refunded once activated
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.
What’s included
- Virtual self-guided tour for the archeological site of Ancient Olympia with satellite and street views
- Audio content with engaging and original stories in English
What’s not included
- Live guide
- Equipment
- Offline access
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
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Clio Muse Tours
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