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Superb setting, on a headland overlooking a beach. Lovely ruins and good beach. Travelled from Varkiza having struggled to find out about transportation. Took the 122 bus to Saronida, then a taxi to Sounio. Discovered the Ktel bus that was rumoured to exist but wasn't...More
If you're staying anywhere on the Attic coast south of Athens, this is a must-do excursion. If you have your own car, it's an easy drive down the dramatic coast line to the southern tip of Attica, where the ancient Temple of Poseidon stands poised...More
We spent the day travelling around the area , visited a few beaches , had dinner at a lovely family restaurant and then watched the sunset at Poseidon temple . The phone camera isn’t good enough , it doesn’t capture the stunning sunset . You’ll...More
We visited Sounion in the afternoon and it was worth it!! The sunset is just stunning. We arrived at approximately 7pm and left till close time. Also, the drive from Athens to Sounion is very nice. If in Athens take the time to see Sounion...More
It takes around an hour to get to the temple and there is also an admission fee of 8 euros to get a close look. I would recommend going there around 18:30 and enjoy the sunset as well since the view is amazing. Before visiting...More
The Ancient Greeks knew how to choose a site for a temple. At Cape Sounion, 70km south of Athens, the Temple of Poseidon stands on a craggy spur that plunges 65m to the sea. Built in 444 BC – same year as the Parthenon –...More
The site itself is not that big and doesn't take long to visit. But is certainly one of the most preserved temples, and gives views to become memories for life. Adults have a tickets for 8€, students within EU are free up to the age...More
We went to sounio to see the temple of Poseidon, its just 1 1/2-2 hrs from Athens but worth the visit! The scenic view of Cape sounio is breathtaking also. A must see
A perfect temple with a fantastic view, one of the best sunsets in the world , really magnificent experience , utilize a guide to tell you the story of the temple and ancient story of Athens !!!!!! A must see ancient temple !!!!!
I can see mixed reviews on here and whilst yes, there isn't much left of the ruins here, it looks quite spectacular against a sunset and the view of the sea is beautiful. Definitely come during sunset! We booked a half day tour to get...More
