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Make the most of the performances
Quick Tips for Epidaurus

By deTraci Regula, About.com

Ancient theater at Epidaurus (Epidavros)

The theater at Epidaurus is acoustically perfect.

Tickets are available at Epidaurus itself (though the box office is not open the same hours as the archaeological site, with a long closure in the afternoon) and in Athens at the Athens Festival booth at 39 Panepistimiou Street in the arcade. The telephone number is 210 322 1459. From the States, add 011-30 before the number. You can also visit the official Hellenic Festival website for additional information, though changes are slow to be posted and you may want to call directly instead.

Ticket prices run from about Euro 15 to 50, depending on the seat location. Bargain minded? The upper level is available for half off the regular ticket price. Discounts are also available for parents with large families.

Epidaurus Festival

The actual performance schedule for the Epidaurus Festival will be released in about April for thesummer season.

Unfortunately for pre-planners, advance tickets are usually only available beginning three weeks before the performance date. Some performances do sell out; get tickets early. Most hotels and travel agents can assist in obtaining tickets. They can also help you find bus tours for performances. And now, there is the Epidaurus ferry from Athens.

Performances generally start at 9pm - confirm with the ticket office.

Tips for Enjoying the Epidaurus Festival

Remember, you will be sitting outside for the duration of the play. It's a good idea to dress warmly and to bring a blanket; repeat visitors bring an extra cushion.

When looking up additional information online, note that alternate spellings of Epidaurus include Epidavros, Epidoros, and Epidauros.

Getting to the Epidaurus Festival

Many companies offer coach tours to the performances. There is also a dinner cruise to Epidaurus. If you drive to Epidaurus, watch the signs. N. Epidaurus will take you to Nea Epidaurus, the modern town, not to the ancient site. Traffic can be be heavy late at night when the play is over; drive carefully.

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