The ancient Greek theaters represent classical Greek architecture. The structures are located across Greece, Turkey, and Italy. These buildings demonstrate the architectural methods of the period and served as venues for performances, gatherings, and ceremonies. The theaters are built into hillsides, using the natural acoustics of the landscape.
Athens
Odeon of Herodes AtticusAn ancient stone theater structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis of Athens.
Athens
Theatre of DionysusMajor open-air theatre in Athens, considered to be the world's first theater.
This theatre provides insight into the ancient culture and is one of Greece's historical landmarks.
Argolis
Epidaurus Ancient TheatreA marvel of ancient Greek architectural finesse from the late 4th century BCE.
Phocis, Greece
Ancient Theatre of DelphiThe theater was built in the 4th century BC and accommodated 5000 spectators on 35 rows of limestone seats.
Thessaly, Greece
Larissa Ancient TheatreThe theater from the 3rd century BC seated 10000 spectators and was constructed using local marble.
Ioannina, Greece
Dodoni Ancient TheatreThe theater dates from the 3rd century BC and had a capacity of 18000 seats across 55 rows.
Rodopi, Greece
Theatre of MaroneiaThis theater from the 4th century BC was built into a hillside and accommodated 2500 spectators.
Aydin, Turkey
Theater of MiletusRoman structure from the 4th century BC with a capacity of 15,000 spectators and a diameter of 140 meters.
Kavala, Greece
Thassos Ancient TheatreTheater from the 3rd century BC with marble seats and a capacity of 2000 spectators.
Dodecanese, Greece
Ancient Odeon of KosRoman theater with nine rows of marble seats and an orchestra of 11 meters in diameter.
Thira, Greece
Megaron GyziCultural center in a 17th century mansion containing collections of historical photographs and paintings.
Malaga, Spain
Teatro Romano de MalagaThe Roman theater from the 1st century BC stands in the city center near the Alcazaba fortress.
Calatafimi-Segesta, Italy
Ancient Theatre of SegestaThe theater from the 3rd century BC stands on Monte Barbaro with views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Siracusa, Italy
Greek Theatre of SyracuseThe theater from the 5th century BC was carved directly into the limestone rock of Temenites hill.
Messenia
Ancient Theatre of MesseneThe theater constructed in the 3rd century BC features stone seating and remains of the original stage building.
Bodrum, Turkey
Ancient Theatre of HalicarnassusBuilt in the 4th century BC, this stone theatre features 13,000 seats and displays Greek architectural elements with Roman modifications.
Antalya, Turkey
Ancient Theatre of PataraThis Hellenistic structure from 168 BC contains stone seating for 6,000 people and features intact architectural elements from its original construction.
Aydın, Turkey
Ancient Theatre of AphrodisiasConstructed in the 1st century BC, this stone theatre accommodated 8,000 spectators and retains sections of its original marble decorations.
Bergama, Turkey
Theatre of PergamonLocated on a 45-degree slope, this theatre from 197 BC seats 10,000 people and integrates Greek architectural principles into the natural terrain.
Peloponnese, Greece
Ancient Theatre of AigeiraThis theatre from the 3rd century BC stands on the northern slope of the acropolis. Its stone seats accommodate 3000 spectators overlooking the Corinthian Gulf.
Sicily, Italy
Akrai TheatreBuilt in the 3rd century BC, this stone theatre contains nine rows of seats divided into sectors. The structure measures 42 meters in diameter.
Çanakkale, Turkey
Theatre of AssosConstructed in the 3rd century BC, this theatre faces the Aegean Sea. The structure includes 20 rows of seats and could hold up to 5000 people.
Metaponto, Italy
Theatre of MetapontumThe theatre dates from the 4th century BC and features stone seating sections divided by walkways. Archaeological evidence indicates regular performances and ceremonies.
Laconia, Greece
Ancient Theatre of SpartaThe stone structure retains original seating sections and foundation walls from the classical period of ancient Greece.
Argolis, Greece
Ancient Theatre of ArgosThe theatre stands near the ancient agora with carved stone seats that could accommodate 20,000 spectators during classical performances.
Corinthia, Greece
Theatre of SicyonThe stone theatre contains remains of original seating areas and orchestra space built into the natural slope of the hill.
Euboea, Greece
Ancient Theatre of EretriaThe stone structure features typical Greek theatre elements with carved seats, an orchestra circle and remains of the ancient stage building.
Arta, Greece
Theatre of AmbraciaAncient Greek theatre with stone seating for 3,000 spectators built into a hillside. Parts of the orchestra and skene remain visible today.