Enjoy a pre-booked ticket for your selected date and time and visit the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, one of Greece’s most impressive ancient landmarks. Discover this iconic 5th-century BC sanctuary dedicated to the god of the sea, admire its magnificent marble columns, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Aegean Sea from its spectacular clifftop location.
What's included
Entrance to the Temple of Poseidon on the date and time you choose upon booking
Regular entry ticket
Self-guided audio tour in 9 available languages
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Transportation to and from Cape Sounio
Headphones or any physical audio device
Live tour guide
Reduced-price or free admission tickets
What to expect
Temple of Poseidon
Admission ticket included
The Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion is one of Greece’s most impressive ancient landmarks, combining fascinating history, Greek mythology, and spectacular views of the Aegean Sea. Built in the 5th century BC and dedicated to Poseidon, god of the sea, the temple stands dramatically on a cliff at the southern tip of Attica.
With your entrance ticket, explore the archaeological site at your own pace, admire the temple’s impressive marble columns, and discover the history of this important ancient sanctuary. Surrounded by breathtaking coastal scenery, Cape Sounion offers a memorable experience and one of the most beautiful views in Greece.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This offer includes only the regular adult-price ticket and people of all ages can use it to enter, paying the full price
From April 1st, 2025, EU citizens under 25 years old & NON-EU citizens under 18 receive free admission upon providing their ID at the ticket booth
Since the monument operates under time slots, there is no guarantee that the ticket office will have free tickets available for your preferred time slot.
Entrance is permitted only at the selected time slot or 15 minutes before or after
People with disabilities receive free admission upon providing their Disability Certificate at the ticket booth
The instructions to download you self-guided audio tour will be attached to the tickets and you will receive them upon booking.
Open from 9:30 AM until sunset. Last admission is 20 minutes before sunset. Sunset time differs depending on the month/season.
Please note that on public holidays the opening hours may be different, please consult the archaeological site's official website to consult what the exact opening and closing time shall be on your day of visit
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
