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The World’s 100 Best Archaeological Sites & Ruins

Epidaurus

Epidaurus, Greece

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST RUINS & SITES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 34 2026
Epidaurus

An ancient Greek theatre within the sanctuary of Asclepius on the Peloponnese, about 140 km from Athens. Visitors climb the stone rows of the theatre and walk among the ruins of the healing sanctuary and its museum.

Highlights

  • Ancient theatre
  • Asclepieion ruins
  • Site museum

Good to know

  • Entry €20 per person, under 25 free
  • Steep, narrow theatre steps, slippery in places
  • Free parking, very hot, bring water

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