Panathenaic Stadium (Kallimarmaro)
Athens, Greece
The only sports stadium in the world built entirely of white Pentelic marble, situated in the natural gorge of the Ilissos River. The facility was originally built in the 4th century BC for the Panathenaic Games under the supervision of Lycurgus, and in 144 AD, it was rebuilt by Herodes Atticus to accommodate 50,000 spectators. In 1896, the arena hosted the first modern Olympic Games, financed by Georgios Averoff. Visitors can walk on the black athletic track, pass through the underground gladiators' corridor, and visit the museum of Olympic torches.
- Visit time: 1 h
- Local name: Παναθηναϊκό Στάδιο
What to look for
- The marble stands of Kallimarmaro historically accommodating 50,000 spectators
- The underground passage with a barrel vault for athletes
- A gallery of historical Olympic torches and games posters
Before you go
- Best time: Morning from 08:30 AM to 11:00 AM
- Crowds: Moderate throughout the day
- Note: No shade on the main stadium field
Good to know
- Kallimarmaro literally translates from Greek as beautiful marble.
Sources: panathenaicstadium.gr, olympics.com
How long does it take to visit Panathenaic Stadium (Kallimarmaro)?
Plan about 1 h.
Nearby
- Zappeion i Park Zappeio — 500 m
- Pierwszy Cmentarz w Atenach — 640 m
- National Garden of Athens — 650 m
- Temple of Olympian Zeus — 710 m
- Arch of Hadrian — 820 m
- Muzeum Sztuki Cykladzkiej — 830 m
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