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11 Shows in Greece: Which One to Actually Book

11 tours  ·  from $25

The good shows sell out first and the cheap ones are not always the weak ones. Below: all 11, what each includes, and where they differ.

Santorini: The Greek Wedding Show Entry Tickets - Live music, Zorba, and the Sirtaki steps
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Santorini: The Greek Wedding Show Entry Tickets

1.The Greek Wedding Show Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 894 reviews · from $96Our pick

Spend two hours inside a 200-year-old home near Fira’s main pedestrian road, joining a Greek wedding celebration led by Greek actors, musicians, and dancers. Expect live Zorba and Sirtaki performances, dance lessons, Greek appetizers, Santorini white wine, audience participation, and a plate-smashing finale. Seating is assigned in the Blue Zone.

“Amazing! The whole concept of an interactive performance was so fun and all the performers were so talented and funny! Good value with wine top ups half way through as well. Loved every minute!”

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Kamari: Greek Show, Buffet Dinner, and Drinks at Dimitris - 7:30 p.m. arrival and first-come seating
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Kamari: Greek Show, Buffet Dinner, and Drinks at Dimitris

2.Kamari: Greek Show, Buffet Dinner, and Drinks at Dimitris

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 474 reviews · 3 hours · from $71

Spend three hours at Dimitris restaurant in Kamari for a lively Greek night with a buffet, unlimited wine, beer, soft drinks, and water. Costumed dancers perform zorba and syrtaki, musicians play violin and bouzouki, and you can join the dancing and smash a plate for good luck. Seating is first come, first served.

“Such a fantastic night, they get everyone involved by getting up to dance, very fun and lively. Great performance from the musicians and dancers, great food & drink.”

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The Greek Wedding Show - Santorini - The plate smashing finale
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The Greek Wedding Show – Santorini

3.The Greek Wedding Show – Santorini

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 372 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $102

Spend about two hours at The White Door Theatro in Fira, where a 1940s-style Greek wedding unfolds through live music, dancing, comedy, meze, wine, and audience participation. You will sit at a reserved top-mezzanine table, learn Greek dances, and finish with the classic plate-smashing tradition. This is a show with snacks, not a full dinner.

“One of the best musicals I have seen in forever. The cast was incredible the music the tapas the atmosphere all incredible. I highly recommend this to anyone who is in Santorini. Best night ever I hope one day to be able to see it in the states.”

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Athens Night Sightseeing Tour with Greek Dinner Show - Why the start time can make or break the views
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Athens Night Sightseeing Tour with Greek Dinner Show

4.Athens Night Sightseeing Tour with Greek Dinner Show

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 268 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $96

You’ll ride through central Athens with an English-speaking escort, pause for views of the illuminated Acropolis and Panathenaic Stadium, then walk into Plaka for a traditional dinner and lively Greek music and dancing. Maximos, often called Max, has led some departures. Pickup is available from selected central hotels, but not the port, airport, or private apartments.

“Lovely experience - Max our guide was outstanding - took ample care of our veg food requirement. And BTW don't miss the dinner - it's just Awesome !!!!”

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Hersonissos: Troy Dinner-Show Theatre Experience Tickets - Choosing between dinner and drinks
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Hersonissos: Troy Dinner-Show Theatre Experience Tickets

5.Hersonissos: Troy Dinner-Show Theatre Experience Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 214 reviews · 2.5 - 3.5 hours · from $41Top rated

At Alar Dinner Show in Hersonissos, Troy’s gods, heroes, singers, dancers, and acrobats turn Greek mythology into an interactive 2.5 to 3.5 hour theater night. Choose dinner with meat, vegan, or children’s options, or select drinks and show. Use your phone to join the Greek or Trojan side and help shape the story.

“Very high levell acrobatics and dance acts. Nice interactive storyline. Tip to improve: when presenting the characters of the play change the song ‘crazy frog’ to something more serious. For the menu maybe offer some additional choises to choose from”

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Cretan Night: Dinner & Live Show at Pano Karouzanos Village - A short walk through the village
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Cretan Night: Dinner & Live Show at Pano Karouzanos Village

6.Cretan Night: Dinner & Live Show at Pano Karouzanos Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 111 reviews · from $50

Travel from Heraklion or nearby resorts to Ano Karouzana for a six-hour Cretan evening. You will stroll through the village, enjoy a traditional dinner and local wine, then watch musicians and dancers perform before joining in yourself. Pickup, transport, a guide, and dinner are included.

“Was an amazing experience, we really enjoyed everything the show and being in the company of people from so different countries makes a great night. Thank you for this wonderful evening.”

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Crete: Traditional Dance Show and Buffet Dinner with Wine - The ride from the resort areas
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Crete: Traditional Dance Show and Buffet Dinner with Wine

7.Traditional Dance Show and Buffet Dinner with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 102 reviews · 3 - 8 hours · from $34

Head to the old village of Karouzanos for a guided walk, Mediterranean buffet, unlimited wine and water, and a lively Cretan dance show with lyre, bouzouki, singers, and traditional costumes. Pickup is available from 13 locations near Heraklion, Hersonissos, Malia, and nearby resorts. Expect some audience participation.

“Really nice experience. Great entertainment, delicious food and wine.”

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Athens: Dora Stratou Greek Dancing Show Experience - The costumes are almost a separate museum visit
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Athens: Dora Stratou Greek Dancing Show Experience

8.Dora Stratou Greek Dancing Show Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 68 reviews · from $24Best value

Spend 1.5 hours at Athens’ Dora Stratou Greek Dances Theatre, where 75 dancers, musicians, and singers present traditional dances from Greek villages, islands, and regions. You’ll see handmade costumes, jewelry, instruments, and songs preserved in a historic open-air setting. An English Plaka audio guide is available with selected bookings.

“We were mesmerised by the dancing, the music, the setting; and we appreciated the explanations being given in Greek, English, and French.”

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Hersonissos: Alar Spectacular Dinner Show - The dinner package and what it includes
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Hersonissos: Alar Spectacular Dinner Show

9.Hersonissos: Alar Spectacular Dinner Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 45 reviews · from $31

Spend 2.5 to 3.5 hours at Alar Dinner Show in Hersonissos, where acrobats, aerialists, dancers, singers, comedy, lasers, and a large LED screen surround your four-course dinner. Choose dinner and show or drinks and show. Hotel pickup is optional, vegan meals are available by request, and glamour is the dress code.

“I would highly recommend this show. I chose the dinner and drinks package and I was not disappointed the service was 5 star. Food was amazing and the acts I could not fault. The ladies were stunning and their acts were breath taking. Fun interactive performances. I hope to see them again in the future.”

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Crete: Traditional Dance Show and Buffet Dinner with Wine - The ride from the resort areas
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Crete: Traditional Dance Show and Buffet Dinner with Wine

10.Traditional Dance Show and Buffet Dinner with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 34 reviews · 6h 30m · from $34

Travel from your Heraklion-area hotel to Karouzana for a three-hour folklore evening. Walk through the traditional village, eat a Cretan buffet with local wine, watch dancers in costume, hear the Cretan lyra, and join a simple group dance lesson. Pickup is available in several resort towns, with multilingual guides.

“Le lieu et le spectacle très sympa, par contre la nourriture moyenne… quelques plats typique mais pas que, dommage.”

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Dora Stratou Greek Dancing Show Skip-the-Line Ticket - Reaching the Theatre Takes Planning
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Dora Stratou Greek Dancing Show Skip-the-Line Ticket

11.Dora Stratou Greek Dancing Show Skip-the-Line Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24

Spend about 90 minutes at Dora Stratou Greek Dances Theatre, where dancers, singers, and musicians present traditional performances from villages and islands across Greece. You will see handmade costumes more than a century old, along with regional jewelry and accessories. The outdoor setting is lovely, but plan for uphill walking and a late start.

“Perfect! Very good experience: the show of the Greek traditional dances was as good as we expected it to be. We reccomend it.”

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