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
An ancient stone theater structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis of Athens.
Athens
Major 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
A marvel of ancient Greek architectural finesse from the late 4th century BCE.
Phocis, Greece
The theater was built in the 4th century BC and accommodated 5000 spectators on 35 rows of limestone seats.
Thessaly, Greece
The theater from the 3rd century BC seated 10000 spectators and was constructed using local marble.
Ioannina, Greece
The theater dates from the 3rd century BC and had a capacity of 18000 seats across 55 rows.
Rodopi, Greece
This theater from the 4th century BC was built into a hillside and accommodated 2500 spectators.
Aydin, Turkey
Roman structure from the 4th century BC with a capacity of 15,000 spectators and a diameter of 140 meters.
Kavala, Greece
Theater from the 3rd century BC with marble seats and a capacity of 2000 spectators.
Dodecanese, Greece
Roman theater with nine rows of marble seats and an orchestra of 11 meters in diameter.
Thira, Greece
Cultural center in a 17th century mansion containing collections of historical photographs and paintings.
Malaga, Spain
The Roman theater from the 1st century BC stands in the city center near the Alcazaba fortress.
Calatafimi-Segesta, Italy
The theater from the 3rd century BC stands on Monte Barbaro with views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Siracusa, Italy
The theater from the 5th century BC was carved directly into the limestone rock of Temenites hill.
Messenia
The theater constructed in the 3rd century BC features stone seating and remains of the original stage building.
Bodrum, Turkey
Built in the 4th century BC, this stone theatre features 13,000 seats and displays Greek architectural elements with Roman modifications.
Antalya, Turkey
This Hellenistic structure from 168 BC contains stone seating for 6,000 people and features intact architectural elements from its original construction.
Aydın, Turkey
Constructed in the 1st century BC, this stone theatre accommodated 8,000 spectators and retains sections of its original marble decorations.
Bergama, Turkey
Located 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
This 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
Built 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
Constructed 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
The theatre dates from the 4th century BC and features stone seating sections divided by walkways. Archaeological evidence indicates regular performances and ceremonies.
Laconia, Greece
The stone structure retains original seating sections and foundation walls from the classical period of ancient Greece.
Argolis, Greece
The theatre stands near the ancient agora with carved stone seats that could accommodate 20,000 spectators during classical performances.
Corinthia, Greece
The stone theatre contains remains of original seating areas and orchestra space built into the natural slope of the hill.
Euboea, Greece
The stone structure features typical Greek theatre elements with carved seats, an orchestra circle and remains of the ancient stage building.
Arta, Greece
Ancient Greek theatre with stone seating for 3,000 spectators built into a hillside. Parts of the orchestra and skene remain visible today.