Panathenaic Stadium: Cradle of the Modern Olympics
Visit the Panathenaic Stadium in Athens, the world's only all-marble stadium and the birthplace of the modern Olympic Games.
The Panathenaic Stadium, also known as Kallimarmaro, is a historic stadium in Athens, Greece, and the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble. Originally constructed in 330 BC for the Panathenaic Games, it was renovated in 1895 to host the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.
A brief summary to Panathenaic Stadium
- Leof. Vasileos Konstantinou, Athens, 116 35, GR
- +302107522984
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit in the morning or late afternoon, especially during summer, to avoid the heat reflecting off the marble.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll want to walk around the track and explore the stadium.
- Take advantage of the audio guide included in the ticket price to learn about the stadium's history.
- Don't miss the underground passage (diodos) used by athletes in antiquity to enter the stadium.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The Panathenaic Stadium is easily accessible via Athens' public transportation system. Several metro lines and bus routes serve the stadium. * **Metro:** Take Metro Line 2 (Red Line) or Line 3 (Blue Line) to Syntagma Station. From Syntagma Square, walk south through the National Garden for about 15 minutes to reach the stadium. Alternatively, take Line 2 (Red Line) to Akropoli or Evangelismos stations, each about a 1 km walk to the stadium. A single metro ticket costs €1.40. * **Bus/Trolley:** Several bus and trolley lines stop near the stadium, including routes 2, 4, 10, 11, 90, 209, and 550. Look for the 'Stadium' bus stop. A single bus ticket costs €1.40.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available throughout Athens and offer a convenient way to reach the Panathenaic Stadium. A taxi ride from Syntagma Square to the stadium typically takes about 5-10 minutes, depending on traffic. The estimated cost for such a short trip is €5-€6.
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Walking
If you are in central Athens, walking to the Panathenaic Stadium is a pleasant option. * From Syntagma Square: Walk south through the National Garden. Exit the National Garden on the southeast corner and the Stadium will be across the street. The walk is approximately 1.2km and takes about 15 minutes. * From the Acropolis: Walk along Vasilissis Olgas Avenue and then Vasileos Konstantinou Avenue. The walk is approximately 1km and takes about 15 minutes.
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