Herod Atticus Odeon

Herod Atticus Odeon is a historic and protected site Acropolis Athens located in Greece.

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Διονυσίου Αρεοπαγίτου (Νότια κλιτύς Ακροπόλεως) 117 42 Athens , Attica Greece

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Herod Atticus built this roofed Odeon (in 161 B.C.) for music concerts in honor of his wife Regilla , after her death. Its magic and beauty, can only be understood when walking on the way to Acropolis. Read more

Themistocles

a stone theatre structure located on the south slope of the Acropolis of Athens. It was built in 161 AD by the Athenian magnate Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife, Aspasia Annia Regilla .

Ioannis Mantas

An ancient theater from the Roman era, very well preserved just below Acropolis. Must visit!!!!

George Erotidis

Ancient theater built on the slope of the Acropolis that is nowadays the main venue of the Athens Greek festival . Try to attend a live concert or an ancient tragedy, unforgettable experience.

Vangelis Koukidis

A bit hard on your bottom and your back, can be very hot sometimes, but it is worth every minute of your time and every cent of your money to be here for a concert , ballet , play or whatever.

George Pelekanakis

Imagine the excitement when not only you visit a monument of thousands years old but you participate in an event that is similar to the use of this monument thousands of years ago..feeling privileged!

Pepe Bermúdez

Museum and Acropolis tickets also give access to the temple of Zeus

Nassos Conqueso

You should definitely go at least once in your life! If you are a tourist try to book something that it might suit you, you won't regret it!

Carl Griffin

Built in 161AD by Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife. Had a capacity of 5000. Lasted just over 100 years until destroyed by the Heruli in 267AD.

Eirini ????

A place to visit for sure if you're coming in summer during Athens Art Festival ! An amphitheater on the base of the Acropolis rock.

OnFeature Team

Stunning open-air ancient stone theater where you can attend concerts and classical tragedies under the night sky.

@StratosAthens

The correct name is "Odeion Herodou Attikou". Seriously. Herodium is a volcano-like hill near the city of Bethlehem where Herod the Great built a fortress and palace on the top.

Ariadni Markouizou

Perfection under the acropolis. It is amazing to watch as if u arein ancient greece

John Zeppos

Try not to go for the exact opposite as well : getting here dressed like an ancient Greek female, in gladiator sandals, white gown and golden/silver earrings, only demonstrates stupidity and non-sense

Lina Kastriti

Amazing open ancient theatre ; a must see in athens

Dilara Sultan

This 161 A.D. theatre stand three stories high and is laid in beautiful marble and ceramic pieces. Holds classical plays from May to October, and every belly dancer should visit.

Sid Harrington-Odedra

Website said Oedipus (Sept 2017) had English surtitles, but it didn't. Made it unwatchable. Cushions provided, but no leaning back as peoples legs are there. Makes it impossible to leave a show early.

Andreas

to go to the ancient theater and comment nonsense about the museum shows at least ignorance about ancient Hellas. Aristophanis is on of the best ancient comedy writer.

John Mx

Best place to listen a live concert ....... A unique atmosphere that you cannot describe here!

Jarrod Brown

Walking through the amazing history of ancient Greece

Natalia Semionidi

I was here for Maria Kallas evening .... its was very romantic and miserable atmosphere!

John Zeppos

Be wise enough to advise your Miss not to wear heels - she'll regret it - if she is allowed in !

Amy Buckland

Recommend seeing a show here if you can. Amazing!

FHop????????✈️

If you travel to Athens, Greece and don't visit The Odeon of Herodes Atticus on The Acropolis. Well , you are stupid! Phenomenal.

Alexandros Messis

You must visit this wonderful theater . If there is a performance , don't miss it !!!

thomas jacks

We watched a concert , excellent atmosphere! you should visit this theater !

Fili K.

Everything is perfect !! Such a beautiful and lovely place to be ❤️❤️

Nick Skylogiannis

Great ancient venue! A must when in Athens

Adelina PurpleStar

Great view combined with history!

JD

One of the great reasons to live in Greece!

Alex Tango

No comments, best ancient active theatre ever . Just imagine that Socrates was sitting probably where you are .

Jessica Topete

From here you get the best view of the city

Marie Mp

Unique place , a taste of the Greek beauty and history

Vasilis Kolovos

Architecture , atmosphere

Theodosia Kotsokosta

Lovely place if you fancy a lazy walk in the city !

Leo Li

the sound field is just perfect

Vassilis Mitsis

Best place for Concert

George Fasilis

Unique greek ancient theatre ..with various shows..

Maria G

Always speechless of its beauty!

Danny Lewis

Great venue!

Samanta Rosa

Amazing place! Adam Cohen concert .

JoChy ~~

Unbelievably beautiful place

burcin s.a.

Excellent view

Théo Koutsaftis

Amazing performances in a unique setting :)

Konstantinos

Just close a ticket and watch a concert ... No words can describe this feeling!!

bart collet

Very impressive and what a view

Spyridoula Giannopoulou

Such a majestic building...

Iris

Stunning atmosphere!!

Ruth Banbury

Part of the acropolis site very pretty

Alex Malamas

Carmen flamengo

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