Katakolon
Country: Greece · Region: Greek Isles · Currency: Euro
Katakolon is a cruise port providing access to Olympia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Peloponnese where the ancient Olympic Games were held from 776 BCE until the late 4th century CE.
Top sights
Archaeological Site of Olympia, Sanctuary of Zeus, Olympia Land winery
Things to do
- Archaeological Site of Olympia
- UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring the original Olympic Games sanctuary with temples, altars, shrines, and public buildings from 776 BCE onwards.
- Sanctuary of Zeus
- Central sacred area of ancient Olympia containing major religious structures and monuments.
- Olympia Land winery
- Winery located 1.5 km from Olympia city offering tastings of unique wines made from local varieties in a modern tasting room.
Bars and nightlife
- Kalypso Nightclub
- Popular nightclub with a young tourist crowd that closes at midnight.
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Getting around
The village of Olympia is small and walkable without a vehicle; the Olympic archaeological site is a 20-minute walk from the village with no personal vehicles permitted on the site itself.
Tips
Come prepared for weather as the archaeological site is open-air with no shelter; bring sun protection for summer visits or rain gear for rainy days.
Best for
Ancient history, archaeological sites
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