Archaeological Site Olynthos

Dey Travels

3 weeks ago

Olynthos Archeological Site by Poly gyros 63100. Very large step once inside the gate, you can purchase a ticket 4Euro. You must walk up a slight incline 800 feet, to get to the top. They have many detail display signs in English and Greek. At the beginning of each lane. The site is a settlement with all the streets laid out. You can walk the streets and is the outline of houses and read the history. The water containers plus the old pipes for sewage The walls are not high about 2 feet. One area they are about 3 feet. I took about 50 pictures including all the detail signs. Plus the museum and shop. Rest stop. Staff very pleasant. Town and locals friendly.

Rik Freeman

in the last week

I have been to this site a few times over the years, more so to see when I visit if anything else has been discovered, new excavations etc. Would also love to see the South Hill opened up a little more, although I can appreciate there is still so much to find on North Hill. First of all though for anyone that has any walking problems, ill health or disability this may not be the the place for you, to access the site you have to walk a medium grade gravel path up quite a steep slope, luckily there are a couple of stop off points to take a breather if need be. In the spring/summer months TAKE WATER, you will need it as it gets hot up there. For anyone looking for any fancy 21st century gizmo's , forget it, this is an ancient archaeological site full of history and facts and pre-dates the Roman era by many many years. Observe closely the building and street infrastructure as well as drainage etc, you can see where the Romans got there ideas from, and the mosaics, in situ and the original stones, not tiles. The site in antiquity was a lot closer to the sea and was a major city with a lot of power, so much it became a concern to King Phillip of Macedonia who eventually sacked the city and it was left to ruin. The small museum shop also has pictures displayed of the original excavations as well as offering cheap food and drink (Pre Covid times). If you are lucky enough to be close by during spring take a look, it is an inexpensive way to learn some real history and you might also be lucky enough to see the Olynthos river in full flow prior to it drying out for the summer months. I love the place and am looking forward to returning in the not so distant future.

Laurent Munier

3 months ago

Would be nicer to allow access to the southern/older part of the hill too

John McIntosh

4 months ago

There is one entrance to both the archeological and ancient site with a parking lot and ticket booth at this location. The natural setting and view are all by themselves worthy of a visit. The river bed below can be followed as a hiking track a long ways up into the hills above. Do read up a bit or watch videos on the history or you will just wander around looking at stones piled on stones. A little preparation allows you to get a full and rich visit. The signage is decrepit and sun damaged . The information brochure given at the ticket booth is helpful. The modest museum is closed due to COVID-19 but the open air ancient site is the main attraction. There are some spectacular shade trees outside the museum. The bathrooms in the museum are functioning. A water tap is present at the ancient site . There are two shade kiosks on the path up to the ancient city. Mobility challenges: The walk to the ancient site from the parking lot is on a dusty, rutted dirt road with loose rocks . Not wheelchair or child stroller friendly. About 800 meters long and 30 meters climb mostly at the end with an 8% grade. The cliff above the river bed is abrupt and some caution to children may be necessary as it is a tempting viewpoint. The staff want to assist and have your best interests at heart. They gladly share their knowledge if engaged. Consider asking politely if you can drive your car to the ancient site if you have a mobility challenge.

grant weaver

a year ago

Quite an amazing site to see in person. To see the things being unearthed here is awe inspiring. The team of volunteers working this site are some of the most knowledgeable people out there in regards to Greek history. It's great to know that such lush history is in good hands. Definitely worth a visit.