Ancient Gymnasium

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The Ancient Gymnasium of Olympia was the primary training area for athletes preparing for the Olympic Games. This open space included running tracks and practice areas where competitors trained before entering the stadium.

What to See & Do

  • 🏛️ Walk through the ancient training 🏃 grounds 🧱
  • 📜 Learn about athletic preparation 🏅 in antiquity 🏛️
  • 📸 Photography of historic open 🌳 spaces 🖼️
  • 🗺️ Combine visit with nearby 🏛️ monuments 📍

How to Get There

  • 🚶 On Foot: Short walk from Olympia 🏛️ entrance 📍
  • 🚗 By Car: Park near the archaeological 🏺 site 🅿️
  • 🗺️ By Tour: Included in Olympia guided 📢 tours 🎒

Travel Tips

  • 👟 Wear comfortable walking 🚶 shoes 👟
  • 💧 Bring water during warm ☀️ months 🧴
  • ⏳ Allow time to explore surrounding 🌳 areas 🗺️

Suggested Itinerary

  • 🕞 3:30 PM – Visit the Ancient 🏛️ Gymnasium 📍
  • 🕓 4:00 PM – Walk through training 🏃 grounds 🏁
  • 🕓 4:45 PM – Relax near Alfeios 🌊 River 🌿
  • 🕠 5:30 PM – Return to Olympia 🏘️ town 🍷

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Daily: According to Olympia site hours

Entry Fee:

Included in Olympia ticket

Best Time to Visit:

Morning or late afternoon

Location

📌Ancient Gymnasium, Olympia, Elis, Greece

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