Megara
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![Olympia (Greek: Ὀλυμπία; Ancient Greek: [ˈolympia]; Modern Greek: [ˈolibia] Olympía), a sanctuary of ancient Greece in Elis on the Peloponnese peninsula, is known for having been the site of the Olympic Games in classical times.
The Olympic Games were held every four years throughout Classical Antiquity, from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD. The first Olympic Games were in honor of Zeus.
The Olympic Games (Greek: Ολυμπιακοί αγώνες , "Olympiakoi Agones") were a series of athletic competitions among representatives of city-states and one of the Panhellenic Games of Ancient Greece. They were held in honor of Zeus, and the Greeks gave them a mythological origin. Historical records indicate that they began in 950-776 BC in Olympia. They continued to be celebrated when Greece came under Roman rule, until the emperor Theodosius I suppressed them in 394 AD as part of the campaign to impose Christianity as the state religion of Rome. The games were held every four years, or olympiad, which became a unit of time in historical chronologies.
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The Stanley
Clean room. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Athens Gate Hotel
A lovely place to stay with an excellent location next to the Plaka.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Grand Hyatt Athens
Spacious room, nice spa facilities - 25m pool sauna and steam. Plenty sun loungers. Good location for access to city - 2km walk. Comfy bed. They also put a cake in my mother in laws room as it was her 80th birthday, with a personal message and wish - lovely touch.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Athens Manor Houses Suites Apartments
Very nice large room. Good breakfast, Wonderful staff.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Athens Studios
I loved the view/balcony. The room was clean with more than enough space. The location was great also central to the city and a very short walk to the Acropolis. Very nice staff. I would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Holiday Suites
The Holiday Suites provide high quality accommodation in a lovely quiet area, near to the centre of Athens Thoroughly recommended
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit

Port of Piraeus
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Port of Piraeus. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Acropolis
The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.

Syntagma Square
This square was built in ancient times and remains at the center of political and social activity in modern Athens.

Parthenon
Step back in time and explore the ancient myths etched into the walls of the largest Doric temple in Greece, originally dedicated to the warrior goddess Athena.

Lavrio Port
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Lavrio Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Acropolis Museum
This modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.
Things to do

From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

Athens & Acropolis Tour with optional Acropolis Museum

Athens Sightseeing Small Group Tour (Acropolis Tickets Included)

Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience

Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens

Epidaurus & Mycenae Full-Day Trip
- Acropolis
- Syntagma Square
- Parthenon
- Monastiraki Flea Market
- Ermou Street
- Glyfada's Second Beach
- Alimos Marina
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Panathenaic Stadium
- Spyros Louis Olympic Stadium
- Glyfada Shopping District
- Monastery of Saint Nectarios
- Athens Concert Hall
- Regency Casino Mont Parnes
- Hygeia Hospital
- Athens Medical Center
- Mitera Maternity Hospital
- Odeon of Herodes Atticus
