The heart of ancient Athens’ civic life, featuring the Temple of Hephaestus and the Stoa of Attalos.
The Ancient Agora of Athens, one of the most important sights of the Greek capital, is located northwest of the Acropolis, between the neighbourhoods of Thissio and Monastiraki. A large area with ancient ruins and much greenery, the Ancient Agora was the center of Athens in antiquity, the place where political gatherings and juries would take place.
Operating Hours
| Summers | April 1- September 30 | 8 AM – 8 PM (last entry time 7:30 PM) |
| Winters | October 1- March 31 | 8 AM – 5 PM (last entry time 3:45 PM) |
The Ancient Agora is closed on December 25th and 26th, January 1st, March 25th, May 1st, and Easter Sunday. It is best to visit Ancient Agora early in the morning to avoid the heat of the day, specifically in summers. For best photos and views, visit before sunset. Some prefer to visit Athens in Late Spring (May) and fall (Sept-Oct).
You should plan to spend at least 1.5–2 hours at the Ancient Agora of Athens to enjoy the site and the museum.
Ways to reach Ancient Agora
Private transfers
We recommend using an online pre-booked transfer service, which provides transfer by taxi, minibus, or private VIP car and arranging a pickup directly from the port, airport, or your hotel. Alternatively, there’s the option of arranging a pickup by a local driver directly at the following numbers: (0030) 18288, (0030) 18222, (0030) 18180. You can also book your taxi online.
Walking
As the Ancient Agora is located in a central area of Athens, it can be easily reached on foot from Monastiraki Metro Station, in less than 5 minutes.
By metro
The closest metro stations are Thissio (Green Line) and Monastiraki (Blue Line and Green Line) Note that the Ancient Agora is located 3-5 minutes on foot from the metro. Get a map of the metro here.
By bus/trolleybus
The closest bus stop is “Monastiraki”. Check the routes and the official timetables on OASA Telematics.
