ATHENS · GREECE
Theatre of Dionysus
Stop 11 of 18 on Travelhour's Athens walking day
About Theatre of Dionysus
The Theatre of Dionysus is an ancient Greek theatre in Athens. It is built on the south slope of the Acropolis hill, originally part of the sanctuary of Dionysus Eleuthereus. The first orchestra terrace was constructed on the site around the mid- to late-sixth century BC, where it hosted the City Dionysia. The theatre reached its fullest extent in the fourth century BC under the epistates of Lycurgus, when it would have had a capacity of up to 25,000, and was in continuous use down to the Roman period. The theatre then fell into decay in the Byzantine era and was not identified, excavated and restored to its current condition until the nineteenth century.
Frequently asked
Theatre of Dionysus — questions travellers ask
- How much are Theatre of Dionysus tickets?
- Theatre of Dionysus ticket prices vary by season and age group; check the official site or use the booking partners linked on this page for current live pricing.
- What are Theatre of Dionysus opening hours?
- Opening hours vary by season — check the official Theatre of Dionysus website before your visit for the current schedule.
- How do you get to Theatre of Dionysus?
- Theatre of Dionysus is centrally located in Athens, Greece. Reach it by metro, tram or a short taxi ride from the city centre — see the Google Maps link on this page for exact walking directions.
- Is Theatre of Dionysus worth visiting?
- Yes — The Theatre of Dionysus is an ancient Greek theatre in Athens.
- How long do you need at Theatre of Dionysus?
- Most visitors spend 1–2 hours at Theatre of Dionysus, though tour groups often move through in under an hour.
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Theatre of Dionysus