Teatro Greco
A theatre carved into rock, still alive with performance.
Photo: fotovideomike from Italia (Michele Ponzio, @michele_ponzio) · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
Teatro greco di Siracusa - aerea. Resized and converted to WebP; cropped to fit the layout. Photographs may predate the current venue layout.
One place, so many stories.
On the slopes of the Temenite hill, the Greek Theatre preserves a vast auditorium cut into the rock. The ancient structure was altered in Roman times. Since 1914, INDA’s classical performances have brought ancient drama back to this setting.
Getting there
Head to Parco archeologico della Neapolis, Via Paradiso 14, Siracusa SR. Open the map directions to plan a route from your location. Check the venue and organiser’s updates for parking, public transport and event entrances.
Source and further reading 1Before you go
Combine your visit to the venue with a weekend on the island, or prepare for an outdoor show.