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AcropolisvsTemple of Olympian Zeus
Both are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Acropolis scores significantly better than Temple of Olympian Zeus. Acropolis is ranked #5 in Athens with accolades from 7 reviewers including The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Concierge.
Acropolis
Concierge
Frommer's
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Let's Go
Michelin Guide
The Telegraph
U.S. News & World Report
Lonely Planet
Dionysiou Areopagitou Street, Athens 10558, Greece
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Concierge "The entire hill is the Acropolis; the 5th-century B.C. temple to Athena Parthenos is the Parthenon."
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Try to arrive early for less heat and fewer crowdsc
Frommer's "The Acropolis is one of a handful of places in the world that is so well known, you may be anxious when you finally get here." Full review
Fodor's "You don't have to look far in Athens to encounter perfection. Towering above all—both physically and spiritually—is the Acropolis." Full review
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When you enter the gate, ask for a free bilingual (in English and Greek) pamphlet guide.
Afar Magazine "Hiking up the small hill is energizing and, if you're into photography, lots of fun to shoot with a zoom lens." Full review
Let's Go "The most prominent feature is, of course, the Parthenon. But don’t forget to check out the gorgeous panoramas of Athens as you climb up." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"After reaching the Acropolis by Beulé gate, get carried away by the inspiration of the gods who, in past times, are said to have passed by here." Full review
The Telegraph "Rising above the concrete jungle that is modern Athens, the “sacred rock” is crowned by three temples dating from the fifth century BC, attracting three million visitors per year." Full review
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Be sure to walk below the Acropolis at night, too, when it is at its most magnificent, bathed in golden floodlighting.
U.S. News & World Report5.0
"While there are many more acropoleis (the plural of "acropolis," in case you're wondering) in Greece, it's this one in central Athens that garners the most attention. In fact, it's..." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The Acropolis is the most important ancient site in the Western world." Full review
Temple of Olympian Zeus Fodor's Lonely Planet Michelin Guide Afar Magazine Michelin Guide Frommer's
At Leoforos Vas. Olgas and Amalias and easily seen from the street, Athens, Greece
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Fodor's "This gigantic temple was completed in AD 132 by Hadrian, who also commissioned a huge gold-and-ivory statue of Zeus for the inner chamber." Full review
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The site is floodlighted on summer evenings, creating a majestic scene
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"You can’t miss this striking marvel, smack in the centre of Athens." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The temple was only completed in 132 A.D., under Emperor Hadrian, who erected a huge statue to Zeus." Full review
Afar Magazine "Those pillars are impressive, and they give you a great idea of just how colossus this temple once was." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This temple, whose ruins stand beyond the Arch of Hadrian, was one of the largest in the Greek world (107m by 41m)." Full review
Frommer's "The Olympieion, also known as the Kolonnes (Columns), was one of the largest temples in the ancient world." Full review
