Temples in Greece

Greece is famous for its ancient temples and ruins. You need a ticket to gain entry to the temples. You can buy an individual ticket if you wish to visit one temple a day and spend considerable time exploring it or you can buy a combination ticket which will give you access to seven sites and is valid for 5 days. Temples that are not located in Athens are not covered under the combination ticket.

1. Acropolis, Athens

Acropolis of Athens is situated on a hill above the city of Athens. It consists of Propylaia which is the entrance to the Acropolis and three temples Parthenon, Erechtheion, and Temple of Athena Nike. The main temple is the Parthenon which is dedicated to Athena. There are two amphitheatres in the Acropolis which are as breathtaking as the temples. You will need half a day to enjoy the beauty of this site.

2. Temple of Poseidon, Sounion

Temple of Poseidon is dedicated to Poseidon, god of the sea. It is located in Sounion which is the southern most tip of the Attic peninsula. This temple is built 60m above the sea level. It is a beautiful temple built facing the sea. You can hear and feel the waves. The best way to get here is to hire a car or to book a tour.

3. Temple of Hephaestus, Ancient Agora of Athens

This temple is dedicated to Hephaestus and is the only temple that is well preserved and intact. It is located beneath the north side of Acropolis in the ancient Agora which translates to an ancient marketplace.

4. Temple of Olympian Zeus, Athens

The temple of Zeus is located in the centre of Athens. It can be seen from the Acropolis. The entrance to the temple is through the Hadrian’s Arch.

5. Temple of Apollo, Delphi

This temple is located on the Mount Parnassos in Delphi. The ruins we see today were built in the 4th century BC. Pythia, the priestess or famously known as the oracle, lived there. She had many visitors who wanted to know their future or the fate of their kingdom. It is said that Alexander the Great visited the oracle once. The ancient stadium of Delphi is located a little above the temple. The best way to get to Delphi is by booking a tour.