MEGA SHOWS & DANCE COMPETITION
The Festival takes place at a landmark location, the “Dora Stratou” Dance Theater, that has been founded and running since 1953. It was specially designed for the Greek Dances Company of Dora Stratou with a permanent setting by Spyros Vassiliou. “Dora Stratou” is the living museum of Greek dance. A public-benefit institution subsidized by the Ministry of Culture and the National Tourism Organization under the auspices of the Municipality of Athens.
Access
The garden theatre is easily accessible by means of public and private transportation; it is situated in the Historical Center of Athens, opposite the Acropolis, on the far side of Filopappou Hill.
On foot: From the Plaka district, take the pedestrian street towards St. Dimitrios Loumbardiaris and keep following the signs. (only during the performances days) Map
By metro: Stations “Acropolis”, “Syggrou – Fix” or “Petralona”. (only during the performances days) Map from Acropolis Station, Map from Fix Station, Map from Petralona Station
By bus: Take trolley bus 15 till the Philopappou stop, or bus line 230 Acropolis-Zografou. Map
By car: Drive around Philopappou Hill, starting at the “Dionysos” restaurant opposite the Acropolis; Available spacious parking lot. Map