Odeon of Herodes Atticus

Iconic amphitheater makes for a stunning venue. If you’re in Athens as a tourist book tickets to whatever is on here during your stay and go, you won’t regret it. Be wary of the steep steps to get to the seats, take your time and be careful. Sitting here amongst the crowd is a wonderful experience.

A stunning ancient amphitheatre located just beneath the Acropolis, which makes it truly one of a kind. I’ve been twice and both times were great experiences. The atmosphere is magical, especially as night falls and the stage lights up. However, the stone seating is extremely uncomfortable—after two hours or more it becomes quite hard to enjoy the show fully. Still, I’d definitely recommend the experience; it’s absolutely worth it.

Majestic and unforgettable – a true masterpiece of ancient architecture The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is an absolute highlight when visiting Athens. Standing in this beautifully preserved ancient amphitheater is a truly humbling experience. The architectural details, the semi-circular seating, and the grand backdrop of the stone façade are simply breathtaking. It’s incredible to imagine the performances that once took place here – and even more amazing that the venue still hosts concerts and cultural events today. The views from the upper levels are spectacular, offering a panoramic glance over the city and surrounding hills. Whether you’re passionate about history, architecture, or just looking for an inspiring place to visit, this is a must-see. The combination of cultural richness and scenic beauty is unbeatable. Highly recommended – you’ll leave with goosebumps and a deep appreciation for ancient Greek civilization. (Photos included speak for themselves – this place is extraordinary!)

It is a unique experience to attend a musical event or theatrical performance in this ancient theater under the acropolis. Magical! The staff at the theatre and the bar staff were very helpful! The wc were very clean, however it should be more available so that to serve more quickly all people. Tip : Try google search to buy easily tickets online for a performance and put them in your mobile wallet. Attention! Please note that the following are not permitted 1. Entry into the Odeon after the start of a performance, except during an interval. 2. The attendance of children under the age of six. 3. Smoking, and the consumption of food and drink inside the auditorium. 4. Entry into the Odeon in heels. 5. The use of mobile phones during performances. 6. Photography, with or without flash, and sound or video recording during a performance. 7. The tipping of staff. Parking Cars There is limited parking in the surrounding area. Particularly convenient, if a little further away, is the car park of Syngrou-Fix Station (Metro Line 2). If you use the Metro for your return journey from the Odeon, you are entitled to a 50% reduction in the car park fee when you present your Metro ticket.

You can see the seating areas in the lower part of the Acropolis theater. The seats of the city's notables are in a certain way. There is a security wall between the seats and the area. There is a wall built to ensure safety during shows with dangerous animals. It is a magnificent theater in very good condition.

First time experiencing this truly magical environment with Max Richter orchestra. The kiosks outside have some lovely recycled tote bags and T-shirts, commemorating the outing. The bars are all very crowded with long queues so I recommend that you bring your own bottle of water. Instructions says no heels 👠 only flats 🥿 and it makes perfect sense :-) They are a bit anal with the no phone recording, probably just to avoid the night flash, to inconvenience other’s experience, where it could just be stated no filming with a flash or other exposures …. Two parts, separated by a 20mins break. A must see and experience

If you can snag tickets to see a concert or show here - do it. It will be a once in a lifetime opportunity for those visiting Athens.

We saw Rigoletto here. The theater has great acoustics and is simply beautiful. If you get to see any performance here consider yourself blessed!