Olympic Theatre: world’s most ancient indoor theatre
Masterpiece and last work by Andrea Palladio, the Olympic theatre was commissioned in February 1580 by the Olympic Academy, a partnership of prominent personalities in Vicenza related to literature, sciences, and arts, of which Palladio himself was a member. The design was inspired by the “ancient” style theatre, in the wake of Vitruvius studies revival during the Renaissance. It was also a self-celebratory work for Vicenza aristocracy, taking inspiration from the same classic ideals supported by the members of the Academy.
Official website of the Olympic Theatre of Vicenza
Teatro Olimpico
Piazza Matteotti, 11
36100 Vicenza
Tel.: +39 0444 222 800
teatrolimpico@comune.vicenza.it
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Security notice
To ensure visitors’ safety, please pay the utmost attention during your visit. Leaning over or resting on the railing is not permitted. Thank you for your cooperation.
Winter opening times
From 1st of November 2026 to 30th of June 2027: open daily, Monday to Sunday, 9am - 5pm (doors close at 4.30 pm)
Summer opening times
From 1st of July 2027 to 31st of August 2027: open daily, Monday to Sunday, 10am - 6pm (doors close at 5.30 pm)
Closed
Closed on 25 December 2026 and 1 January 2027
The Teatro Olimpico is expected to close for renovation works from December 2027 for approximately one year.
Ticket office for theater visits only
Online
Ufficio IAT, Vicenza tourist information and assistance office
corso Palladio 212 - Vicenza
Phone: +39 0444 0444320854
E-mail: iat@comune.vicenza.it
Schools and other groups must book in advance with the centre for guided visits
Call Center: +39 0444 320854 (Monday to Friday 9am — 1pm, 2pm - 6pm; closed on 25 December and 1 January)
E-mail: booking@comune.vicenza.it
For information about the shows, please consult the events calendar.
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