Ancient Olympia, Peloponnese, Greece
International Olympic Academy Golf Course
Set in the shadow of Ancient Olympia — birthplace of the Olympic Games — the International Olympic Academy Golf Course is one of the most historically evocative golf experiences in the world.
About the Course
International Olympic Academy Golf Course
The International Olympic Academy Golf Course was designed by Brad Benz and opened in 2003. It is set in the shadow of Ancient Olympia — the birthplace of the Olympic Games — and is one of the most historically evocative golf experiences in the world. The course sits within the International Olympic Academy complex, just minutes from the ancient ruins of Olympia.
The course plays to 6,600 yards from the championship tees and is characterised by the rolling Peloponnese hills, the Mediterranean vegetation, and Benz's strategic routing across the landscape. The design creates a series of visually beautiful and strategically interesting holes that work with the natural terrain — offering a golf experience of great natural beauty in one of the world's most historically significant landscapes.
The International Olympic Academy Golf Course is typically included as an excursion day within the Costa Navarino programme — a 45-minute drive from the resort that combines a round of golf with a visit to the ancient ruins of Olympia. The combination of the golf, the ancient ruins, and the broader Peloponnese landscape creates a travel experience of exceptional cultural depth.
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The Course
Why It Stands Out
Ancient Olympia Setting
The International Olympic Academy Golf Course is set in the shadow of Ancient Olympia — the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Playing golf in this extraordinary historical setting, just minutes from the ancient ruins, creates a travel experience of exceptional cultural depth and historical significance.
Olympic Heritage
The course sits within the International Olympic Academy complex — the institution dedicated to the study and promotion of the Olympic ideal. The combination of the golf and the Olympic heritage creates a uniquely meaningful experience for golfers with an appreciation of sporting history.
Peloponnese Landscape
The course is set among the rolling hills and Mediterranean vegetation of the Peloponnese — a landscape of extraordinary natural beauty and historical significance. The natural terrain, the olive trees, and the views across the Peloponnese create a golf experience of great visual beauty.
Cultural Excursion
The Olympic Academy Golf Course is the ideal excursion day within a Costa Navarino programme — combining a round of championship golf with a visit to the ancient ruins of Olympia. The combination creates a travel experience that goes far beyond golf, offering a genuine connection to the origins of sport.
The Course
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Extend Your Itinerary
Peloponnese & Costa Navarino
The Olympic Academy Golf Course sits near Ancient Olympia. The Costa Navarino resort courses — The Dunes, The Bay, and The Hills — are a 45-minute drive away, making it a natural excursion day within the broader programme.
Golf Travel
How It Is Included
The Olympic Academy Golf Course is an excursion element within our Costa Navarino collection. We arrange tee times, transportation from the resort, and a visit to the ancient ruins of Olympia — creating a day of exceptional cultural and sporting depth.
To explore how Olympic Academy Golf Course fits into a wider route, visit our The Costa Navarino Collection page.
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