Tickets to the Ancient Agora of Athens

With this ticket to the Ancient Agora of Athens, you'll have access to one of the most important archaeological sites in the world.

Why Visit the Ancient Agora of Athens?

The Ancient Agora of Athens served various public functions in Ancient Greece, including commercial, religious, political, cultural, and social activities. It was a center for government debates and housed sacred sites with temples for worship.

Although many structures have not survived, remaining buildings provide insight into this historical space. Your ticket allows access to the Stoa of Attalos, which now contains the Museum of Agora, showcasing artifacts from archaeological excavations. You can also admire the Temple of Hephaestus, notable for its Doric columns and frescoes depicting important mythological battles.

Opening Times

The Ancient Agora of Athens has the following opening times:

April 1 to August 31: 8 am to 8 pmSeptember 1 to September 15: 8 am to 7:30 pmSeptember 16 to September 30: 8 am to 7 pmOctober 1 to October 15: 8 am to 6:30 pmOctober 16 to October 30: 8 am to 6 pm

Final admission is 30 minutes before closing time.

Skip-the-Line Tickets

This ticket allows you to avoid long queues at the ticket office. Certain individuals can access the site for free with proper documentation:

Over 25s in secondary education and vocational training from EU Member States and European Economic Area countriesFrom 1 April 2025, EU citizens under 25 and non-EU citizens under 18 will enter free on presentation of ID.

Important Info

The travel date and/or entry time slot cannot be changed.This offer includes normal admission at adult price for all ages.Those over 65 receive a 50% discount at the ticket office or online.Free tickets may not be available for your chosen time slot at the ticket office.Entry is allowed only during the selected time slot or within 15 minutes before or after.People with disabilities may enter free with a disability certificate.