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Temple of Poseidon

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#1 of 8 things to do in Sounio

Sights & Landmarks, Ancient Ruins

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Leoforos Athinon - Souniou | Cape Sounio, Sounio 195 00, Greece

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Kata S

Reviewed 4 days ago

Short trip to the Temple of Poseidon

It was a great fast trip to see the Temple of Poseidon. The tourist guide was amazing, we could get much more information and interesting facts, than expected. Even if the weather wasn't perfect, the place is amazing.

Date of experience: February 2019

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Marek K

Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile

Sunset experience

I went there specifically for sunset, arrived 15 minutes before sunset itself, paid 4E to see the sun set behind an island and had to leave next minute as they were closing immediately after sunset. Temple itself is quite nice, but its not worth the...More

Date of experience: February 2019

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Andreas C

Corfu, Greece

325

Reviewed 6 days ago

FABULOUS, MAGICAL, PERFECT!!!

One of the best archeological sites of Hellas. The ruins of Poseidon Temple is well taken care. The feeling you get if you are standing in front of the temple watching the breathtaking view , the endless blue of Aegean sea is unique.Don't forget your...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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jaminb2016

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Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

past grandeur of greece

we rented a car to visit this place, and although the driving was not easy (the drive is scenic, but its a very curved road all the way and quite narrow) it was so worth the drive. i was in awe when i first spotted...More

Date of experience: February 2019

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CzarEmmanuel

Manila, Philippines

811432

Reviewed 1 week ago

Massive remnant of ancient Greece!

The remains of the ancient Temple of Poseidon dominates the Cape of Sounion at the tip of the Attic Peninsula, just about an hour drive from Athens. The promontory itself is worth a visit for it offers you a spectacular view of the sea and...More

Date of experience: April 2018

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ThatCouple

Sanford, North Carolina

7117

Reviewed 1 week ago

Such a Peaceful Place

We arrived here on a very windy day, but, would not have traded the day for the world. There were only 4 other people at the site. The views were spectacular. The documentation was so thorough about the history. The walk up was a little...More

Date of experience: October 2018

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Mak1509

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

One of the most beautiful sunsets you will ever see !

In your trip to Athens, this is a place not to be missed. Best way to reach is to drive down from Athens. Better than taking any tours. Do it yourself ! Start around 2pm. Take the drive along the coast stopping by at scenic...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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StanTheMan2020

Detroit, Michigan

201

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Beautiful

I took a bus from Athens to Sounion (there are several throughout the day) for less than 20 euros round trip. You can walk all around the cliff area that the temple sits on. The view is absolutely stunning, all the more so since I...More

Date of experience: March 2018

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niksk001

Philadelphia, PA

320137

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Amazing Place to Visit

Weather was against us visiting the temple: low temperature, strong wing, rain/snow mix and a relatively long "uphill" walk. However, we did enjoy visiting one of the most impressive places in Greece. Even with low clouds, the view was more than amazing. Unlike some other...More