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Highlights

  • See Sicily's ancient Greek ruins in a quieter setting after sunset, when evening lighting transforms the archaeological park.
  • Meet your guide at the Temple of Juno entrance, collect your included ticket, and begin a 90-minute guided walk through the site.
  • Your ticket covers access to the archaeological park, including the Temples of Hera, Concordia, Heracles, and Zeus.
  • Stories of myths, daily life, and ancient Akragas bring the ruins to life as you explore with an expert local guide.

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Explore the Valley of the Temples after sunset on a 90-minute guided walk through one of Sicily's most important archaeological sites.

Getting started

Meet your guide beneath the olive tree near the Lemonade Kiosk at the Temple of Juno entrance. Show your mobile voucher and a valid photo ID before collecting your entry ticket. After a brief introduction, enter the archaeological park and begin your evening walk through the illuminated ruins.

What to expect

Temple of Hera

Your visit begins at the Temple of Hera, one of the oldest temples in the Valley of the Temples. Set on elevated ground at the eastern end of the archaeological park, it offers a striking introduction to the ancient city of Akragas.

Features

  • Walk among the temple's surviving Doric columns as evening lighting highlights its architectural details.

  • Learn about the temple's religious role and its place within the ancient Greek settlement.

  • Hear stories of the city's rise as one of the most powerful colonies in Magna Graecia.

Early Christian Necropolis

Continue along the Sacred Way, passing through the remains of an early Christian necropolis that reflects the site's changing role across centuries.

Features

  • Discover how the area evolved after the decline of the ancient Greek city.

  • See burial sites carved into and around earlier structures.

  • Learn how different civilizations left their mark on the landscape.

Temple of Concordia

The route leads to the Temple of Concordia, widely regarded as one of the best-preserved Greek temples in the world. Illuminated against the night sky, it becomes one of the highlights of the experience.

Features

  • Admire the temple's remarkably intact exterior and classical proportions.

  • Understand how its conversion into a Christian church contributed to its preservation.

  • Capture unique evening views of one of Sicily's most iconic monuments.

Temple of Heracles

Continue to the Temple of Heracles, believed to be the oldest temple in the valley.

Features

  • See the partially reconstructed colonnade that still stands today.

  • Learn about the myths associated with Heracles and his importance in Greek culture.

  • Discover how archaeologists pieced together evidence of the temple's original form.

Temple of Zeus

Your tour concludes near the remains of the Temple of Zeus, once among the largest Doric temples ever built.

Features

  • View the massive foundations and surviving fragments of this ambitious structure.

  • Hear how the temple was commissioned to celebrate military victories.

  • Learn about the colossal stone figures that once supported parts of the building.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Guided tour of the Valley of the Temples
  • English or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)
  • Entry ticket to the Valley of the Temples
  • Evening visit to the archaeological park
  • Hotel transfers
  • Food and beverages
  • Whisper audio system for children
  • Personal expenses

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options β€” confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

Carry a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking. Show your mobile voucher to the guide at the meeting point before the tour begins.

Reach the meeting point 20 minutes before the scheduled start time. Late arrivals cannot join the tour because entry tickets are valid only for the tour's scheduled start time. The tour may be conducted in both English and Italian simultaneously. Whisper audio devices are not included for children and can be requested directly from the guide on-site for an additional fee.

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