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Odeon of Herodes Atticus

Dionysiou Areopagitou, 10555, Athens
Dionysiou Areopagitou, 10555, Athens

Description

The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is located on the south west side of the rock of Acropolis and was discovered during excavations in 1848 and 1857. It has a capacity of 5.000 seats and is used today for concerts and theatrical productions, for example the Athens & Epidaurus Festival.

Address Information

Dionysiou Areopagitou
Acropolis
10555
Athens
Attica, Greece
Greece
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A visit to the Odeon of Herodes Atticus is not possible. Entry is only allowed during an event of the Athens and Edidaurus Festival.

Phone

+302103232771

+302103232771

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