Stadium at Olympia
Στάδιο της Αρχαίας Ολυμπίας
The main arena of the ancient Olympics, reached through an arched entrance. The track is about 192 metres long, and you can run a stretch yourself from the starting line.
The stadium is entered through a vaulted stone passage (krypte). The original track measures about 192.27 metres, one 'stadion', and stone starting and finishing lines survive at either end. Earthen banks on both sides could seat about 40,000 spectators. The shot put event of the 2004 Athens Olympics was held here. Almost every visitor sprints down the track for photos. In summer the ground bakes at midday, so arrive early.
Opening hours
Open with the archaeological site
Nearby sights
- Archaeological Site of Olympia
- Temple of Zeus at Olympia
- Temple of Hera at Olympia
- Pierre de Coubertin Monument
- Philippeion
- Workshop of Pheidias
- Palaestra and Gymnasium at Olympia
- Archaeological Museum of Olympia