Activity Policies
- The stadium is generally open daily; from March to October, visiting hours are 08:00–19:00, while from November to February they are 08:00–17:00.
- Admission tickets include access to the Stadium Museum and an automatic audio guide available in 11 languages.
- Smoking, food and beverages other than water are not permitted inside the stadium.
- Pets are not permitted; certified service animals, such as guide dogs, are allowed.
- Bicycles, roller skates and other wheeled vehicles are not permitted inside. Baby carriages are allowed.
- Amateur photography and filming are permitted. Commercial exploitation or publication of images requires the stadium's approval, and the use of Olympic symbols or related references for commercial purposes is prohibited.
- Visitors should exercise caution on the steps, particularly during wet or winter conditions.
- The Track and Field and Gallery areas are accessible to visitors with mobility difficulties; the Museum is accessible only by stairs.
- Opening hours or access to specific areas can change because of events, maintenance or emergency measures.
Terms & Conditions
- Tickets are valid only for the date of issue. They are single-use; once you leave the Stadium, the same ticket cannot be used for re-entry.
- Tickets cannot be cancelled or refunded after purchase.
- Tickets are purchased at the Panathenaic Stadium ticket desk. Travel agencies may make payment by electronic deposit.
- The entrance ticket includes access to the Stadium and its Museum, including the permanent exhibition.
- Smoking, food and beverages other than water are prohibited inside the Stadium.
- Pets are not permitted inside the Stadium or Museum. Certified service animals, such as guide dogs, are allowed.
- Bicycles, roller skates and other wheeled vehicles are not permitted inside the Stadium. Baby carriages are permitted.
- Amateur photography and filming are permitted. Professional photography for publication requires approval, while commercial exploitation of photographs is prohibited.
- Use of Olympic symbols or references for commercial purposes is prohibited.
- Visitors must follow the Stadium's rules and instructions intended to protect this historic archaeological monument.
- Opening hours or access to particular areas may change because of events, maintenance, emergency measures or other operational requirements. Changes are announced on the official website.
- The Track and Field area and Gallery are accessible to visitors with mobility difficulties, while the Museum is accessible only by stairs and has no lift.
- For organized groups, advance booking is recommended. For groups using the audio guide, capacity is limited to 100 people per 50 minutes.
Cancellation Policy
Panathenaic Stadium tickets are non-refundable and cannot be cancelled after purchase. Tickets are valid only for the date of issue and are single-use. Once a visitor exits the Stadium, the ticket becomes invalid.
