At the 4th Century BC UNESCO listed Ancient Sanctuary of Asclepius, you can not only visit the very roots of modern medicine, but you will also experience its Great Theater, home to the yearly Epidaurus festival.
One of the most important centers in antiquity and named after the Greek God of Healing, Asclepius, your guide will point out all of its revolutionary structures such as its 60 bed hospital and bath houses, and explain the spiritual, holistic and also surgical methods used on its patients who were entertained at the nearby Great Theater some 2500 years before.
At the Theater, you can then join amateur performers, opera singers, poets and other cultural pilgrims who travel from far & wide to recite in the central circle and test its famous acoustics.
Fun, Informative, and educational, your tour is led by an experienced Accredited Expert and suitable for families and all ages.
What's included
Private Guided Tour of the Archaeological Site and Museum with a Licensed Official Expert
Admission: Adult €20 / EU under 25, Non-EU 18 Free / Your Guide will buy & you will reimburse her
What to expect
The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
45m · Admission ticket included
MEETING OUR GUIDE. Your guide will be waiting for you at the Main entrance & she will have a sign with your name written.
Epidaurus Archaeological Museum
20m · Admission ticket included
TOURING THE MUSEUM. A beautiful addition to the site the museum displays many ancient tablets recording the miraculous details of the treatments and healing of its patients, as well as the earliest medical implements and a recreation of parts of the sanctuaries main building from antiquity.
Sanctuary of Asklepios
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Rival of the temple of Zeus at Ancient Olympia and Delphi with its famous Oracle, the Healing Center was at its time, one of the most important centers in antiquity. From the remains your guide will point out all of its revolutionary structures such as its 60 bed hospital and bath houses, to the spiritual, holistic and also surgical methods used on its patients. The site has enormous significance in the History of medicine and its emblem, the serpent entwined around a staff, was reflected in the spiritual and mythological treatment for its patients as your guide will explain and as can now be seen worldwide over the doors of modern pharmacies and doctors waiting rooms.
The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
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The Great Theater entertained patients who traveled to the healing center 2500 years ago and is famous for its structure but also for its perfect acoustics with the modern festival goers at the top tier not needing more than the soft spoken word in the center circle to travel to them perfectly. Set in a beautiful pine forest it is also a wonderfully peaceful place to experience. Its allowed and even encouraged to enter the main circle and even better if you want to recite, sing as you are sure to see others doing during your visit.
The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
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ENDING YOUR TOUR. At the end of your tour you are free to remain in the site for as long as you want to explore further & take photos.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
The meeting point is the ticket office at the Main Entrance. Your guide will have a sign with your name.
End point
The meeting point is the ticket office at the Main Entrance. Your guide will have a sign with your name.
Additional information
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
SKIP THE LINE TICKETS: To ensure you have the correct tickets for your time slot, your guide will buy these for you in advance and have them ready when you come. You will reimburse her directly in cash on the day of your tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
