Temple of Poseidon

Temple of Poseidon (Cape Sounion) – located 69 km southeast of Athens (at the southernmost tip of the Attica peninsula), this temple (built on top of a sheer cliff facing the Aegean Sea) was dedicated to Poseidon – the ancient Greek god of the sea. The high status afforded this temple and Poseidon himself is no surprise, since the Greeks (even during its ancient times) were always a seafaring people. Its strategic location was a reference point to ancient Greek sailors that they were approaching Athens. Hours: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm (Summer), 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (Winter). Admission: €4 (regular), €2 (reduced: seniors, non-EU students). Free admission for EU students and children under 18 years of age.