Panathenaic Stadium

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Panathenaic Stadium

athens, Greece

The Panathenaic Stadium in Athens is a stunning piece of history, where the first modern Olympics took place in 1896! Its bright white marble stands out against the blue sky, and you can even run on the same track where athletes once competed. Don’t forget to snap a selfie with the iconic grandstands as your backdrop!

Best time to visit

Spring and Fall

Insider tip

Check out the underground museum at Panathenaic Stadium for a cool history lesson and some shade on a hot day....

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