Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
Αρχαίο Θέατρο Επιδαύρου
A 4th-century BC ancient theatre with perfect acoustics, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where a coin dropped at the centre of the stage can be heard from the highest row.
Epidaurus was the sanctuary of Asclepius, the ancient Greek god of medicine, and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988. The theatre seats about 14,000 people across 55 rows of seating that are remarkably well preserved, and it is famous for its acoustics: a whisper spoken at the centre of the stage can be heard even in the top rows. The sanctuary also has a temple, the ruins of a healing centre and a small museum. Admission costs about 20 euros. During the summer festival, ancient Greek tragedies are performed in the evening, and dedicated coaches can be booked from Athens. Driving yourself takes about 2 hours.
Opening hours
Apr–Oct 08:00–20:00; winter 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Mycenae
- Corinth Canal
- Aegina
- Poros
- Hydra
- Daphni Monastery
- Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
- Lake Vouliagmeni