Syracuse & Ortigia

Greek Theatre of Syracuse

Tragedies under the sky for 2,500 years

Syracuse & Ortigia 2 hours (whole park)

Details

Visit2 hours (whole park)
Opening hours8:30 until one hour before sunset
Ticket€18 (Neapolis park)

Overview

Carved into the rock of the Temenite hill in the 5th century BC, the Greek Theatre of Syracuse could host 15,000 spectators. Aeschylus staged his plays here, and every spring the INDA festival still brings Greek tragedies back to its stage.

Tips for your visit

  • Go early to avoid the heat
  • Check the dates of the classical theatre festival (May–July)

Location

Tours that visit this place