The Necromanteion of Acheron is an archaeological site in Mesopotamos, Greece, associated with ancient attempts to communicate with the dead. You can visit to see the remains of a Hellenistic sanctuary and learn about its connection to the Acheron and the former Lake Acherousia.
- Location: Mesopotamos, Greece
- Opening pattern: daily, with hours changing by season
- Admission: €10 full price; €5 reduced price
What the Necromanteion is
The Necromanteion was an ancient oracle associated with attempts to communicate with the dead. Hellenic Heritage dates its construction to the Hellenistic period, in the late 4th to early 3rd century BC.
The sanctuary was later expanded and operated until the Romans burned it in 167 BC. Its association with the underworld gives the site a distinctive place in ancient Greek religious history.
Where does the Necromanteion sit in the Acheron area?
The site stands in Mesopotamos, where the Acheron meets its tributaries Kokytos and Pyriphlegethon. It was built on the bank of the former Lake Acherousia, which was drained in the 1950s.
The address is Mesopotamos, 48062. From the settlement of Mesopotamos, you can walk to the site in five minutes.
How do you get from Parga to the Necromanteion?
The site is about 12.8 km from a two-star hotel in Parga, based on its coordinates. Its address, Mesopotamos, 48062, can help you plan navigation.
Hellenic Heritage gives Preveza as a 40-minute drive away. If you need to ask about access before your visit, the Preveza Ephorate of Antiquities provides the contact numbers +30 26840 41206 and +30 26820 89890.
What can you see at the archaeological site?
The visit is centered on the archaeological remains of the oracle. The site’s setting also helps explain its connection to the Acheron, its tributaries and the former Lake Acherousia.
Give yourself time to look around the excavated area, then consider how its position beside the waterways relates to the sanctuary’s ancient role.
Opening hours, tickets and site access
- Opening hours
- Opening hours Monday to Sunday: 8:00–18:00 Last checked November 2026
The Necromanteion opens daily on a seasonal schedule, and admission is €10 full price or €5 reduced price. Hellenic Heritage gives these opening hours:
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 8:00–18:00
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
- April 1–August 31: 08:00–20:00
- September 1–15: 08:00–19:30; September 16–30: 08:00–19:00
- October 1–15: 08:00–18:30; October 16–31: 08:00–18:00
- November 1–March 31: 08:30–15:30; last admission is 20 minutes before closing
Free admission applies on March 6, April 18, May 18, the last weekend of September, October 28, and the first and third Sunday of each month from November 1 through March 31. The site is closed on January 1, March 25, May 1, Easter Sunday, and December 25 and 26.
The site has a WC, parking and accessibility. Hours, prices and access details can change, so check the official site before you go.
Can you combine the visit with Acheron Springs?
The Necromanteion’s position in the Acheron area makes it possible to plan the archaeological visit alongside time at Acheron Springs. For the springs portion, the Acheron Springs day trip from Parga covers routes and planning.
FAQs
What was the Necromanteion of Acheron?
It was an ancient oracle associated with attempts to communicate with the dead. The site was built in the Hellenistic period and operated until it was burned by the Romans in 167 BC.
Where is the Necromanteion?
It is in Mesopotamos, Greece, at the confluence of the Acheron and its tributaries Kokytos and Pyriphlegethon.
How much does admission cost?
Admission is €10 full price and €5 reduced price. Free admission is available on specific dates and days.
Does the site have parking?
Yes. The site has parking and a WC, and accessibility is also noted among its amenities.