Ancient Agora of Athens Tickets

Skip-the-line Ancient Agora entry tickets with Temple of Hephaistos access and audio tour.

• Everything you get: Entry to the Ancient Agora with access to the Temple of Hephaistos and Church of the Holy Apostles, plus a self-guided audio tour narrated by licensed guides. You can choose to get a self-guided audio tour of Athens Old Town (Plaka) instead of ancient Agora.
• Why choose this: Explore Athens’ civic heart with the freedom of a self-paced audio tour and skip-the-line entry for a smooth visit.

Inclusions #

• Entry to the Temple of Hephaistos

• Entry to the Church of the Holy Apostles

• Self-guided audio tour

• Self-guided audio tour of Athens Old Town (Plaka) (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Live guided tour

What to bring

• Wear comfortable shoes and bring a hat, sunscreen, water, and a camera to make the most of your visit.

Additional information

• Due to ongoing construction works, the main entrance of the Ancient Agora is temporarily closed. Please use the temporary entrance on Apostolou Pavlou Street, near Akamantos Street.
• Starting April 1, 2025, admission is free for EU citizens aged 25 and under, and for non-EU citizens aged 18 and under, with a valid ID shown at the ticket booth.
• Entry is permitted only during the selected time slot, with a grace period of 15 minutes before and after.

What to bring

• Wear sturdy shoes, as the site can be dusty and slippery in the dry months.
• Bring a refillable water bottle, as there is a drinking water refill point by the Stoa of Attalos, especially useful in summer.
• Pack a hat, sunscreen, and extra water because shade is limited around the ruins, especially in summer.
• Make sure your phone is fully charged so the battery lasts for the entire audio tour.
• Bring your own headphones for the best audio tour experience.

What’s not allowed

• Flash photography and tripods are not allowed. Professional photo or video shoots require prior permits from the Ministry, and staff may intervene if you set up a tripod without one.
• Drones are strictly regulated and cannot be flown over archaeological sites without special authorization, so please do not attempt to fly them here.
• Pets are not allowed inside the archaeological sites, but certified service animals are welcome.
• Do not pick up or remove stones, sherds, or any remains, as antiquities are protected by Greek law.

Accessibility

• Both the Roman and Ancient Agora are only partially wheelchair accessible. At the Roman Agora, visitors with reduced mobility can enter through the main entrance on Dioskouron Street, while at the Ancient Agora, there is an accessible entrance via the Apostolou Pavlou gate near the Temple of Hephaestus.
• Inside both sites, much of the terrain is uneven, with gravel paths, slopes, and ancient paving, which makes full wheelchair access very limited. If you use the main entrance to the Ancient Agora at Adrianou 24, it is best to have a companion to help navigate, and you may also contact site staff at +30 210 3214824 or +30 210 3210180 for assistance.
• Each site provides inclusive features for visually impaired visitors, including Braille information boards and tactile maps.
• The museums at both Agoras are fully accessible for visitors with reduced mobility and wheelchair users. The Museum of the Ancient Agora in the Stoa of Attalos also offers an accessible restroom and tactile site plans and brochures in Braille (Greek and English).

Additional information

• Each booking is valid for one device. Please book separately for every device you plan to use.
• You can enter the archaeological sites only during your selected time slot. Your ticket is valid from 15 minutes before until 15 minutes after your chosen slot.
• Arrive at least 30 minutes early to allow time for security and entry. Note that entry is permitted up to 20 minutes before closing time.
• After booking, you’ll receive an email with instructions to access and download your audio tour; be sure to also check your spam folder.
• Download your tickets and audio tour in advance over Wi-Fi, as the mobile signal at the sites may be weak.
• Due to ongoing construction works, the main entrance of the Ancient Agora is temporarily closed. Please use the temporary entrance on Apostolou Pavlou Street, near Akamantos Street.
• You’ll need an Android smartphone (version 5.0 or later) or an iOS device (version 15.0 or later). The audio tour is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 6/6 Plus or earlier, iPod Touch 6th generation or earlier, iPad 4th generation or earlier, iPad Air 1st generation, or iPad Mini 3rd generation or earlier.
• Make sure your phone has 200 to 300 MB of free storage space to download the audio tour.
• Head to the entrance on Epaminonda 6-22, Athina 105 55 to begin your Roman Agora experience. The tour ends at the Mosque of the Conqueror, after which you continue to the Ancient Agora. That tour concludes inside the site at the Stoa of Attalos, a short walk from the entrance.
• The course of your visit may change, and certain restrictions may apply. Please follow all on-site guidelines at all times.

Concession eligibility

• EU citizens under 25, including students, enjoy free admission year-round with a valid ID or passport, but must queue at the ticket office to collect a zero-value pass.
• Non-EU citizens under 25 are entitled to discounted rates during the peak season (April to October) with a valid ID, and must also queue at the ticket office.
• Children under 5 years old enter free of charge.

Inclusions #

• Entry to the Ancient Agora

• Entry to the Roman Agora

• Access to the Temple of Hephaestus

• Access to the Museum of the Ancient Agora in the Stoa of Attalos

• 3-hour self-guided audio tour of both sites on your smartphone (Android and iOS)

• Audio guide available in English, Spanish, German, French, and Italian (based on option selected)

• Offline content (text, audio narration, and maps)

Exclusions #

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Transfers

• Live guide

• Headphones

• Food and beverages

• Personal expenses

What to bring

• Wear sturdy shoes, as the site can be dusty and slippery in the dry months.
• Bring a refillable water bottle, as there is a drinking water refill point by the Stoa of Attalos, especially useful in summer.
• Pack a hat, sunscreen, and extra water because shade is limited around the ruins, especially in summer.
• Keep your smartphone fully charged so your battery lasts for the entire audio tour.
• Bring your own headphones to enjoy the audio guide without disturbance.

What’s not allowed

• Flash photography and tripods are not allowed inside the site. Professional photo or video shoots require prior permits from the Ministry, and staff may intervene if you set up a tripod without one.
• Drones are strictly regulated and cannot be flown over archaeological sites without special authorization, so please do not attempt to fly them here.
• Pets are not allowed inside the Ancient Agora, but certified service animals are welcome.
• Do not pick up or remove stones, sherds, or any remains, as antiquities are protected by Greek law.

Accessibility

• The site offers a wheelchair-accessible entrance via the Apostolou Pavlou entrance around the Temple of Hephaestus. However, much of the terrain inside is uneven, with gravel paths, steps, and slopes, which means full wheelchair access is very limited.
• If you want to enter through the main entrance on Adrianou 24, we recommend bringing along a companion to help navigate the rough terrain. You can also communicate with the site staff at +30 210 3214824 or +30 210 3210180.
• The Museum of the Ancient Agora, located in the Stoa of Attalos, is fully accessible for visitors with reduced mobility and wheelchair users. An accessible restroom is also available on-site.
• At the museum’s information desk, tactile site plans and brochures in Braille (Greek and English) are provided.

Additional information

• Due to ongoing construction works, the main entrance of the Ancient Agora is temporarily closed. Please use the temporary entrance on Apostolou Pavlou Street, near Akamantos Street.
• You can enter the archaeological site only during your selected time slot. Your ticket is valid from 15 minutes before until 15 minutes after your chosen slot.
• Arrive at least 30 minutes early to allow time for security and entry. Note that entry is permitted up to 20 minutes before closing time.
• You’ll receive a separate email from the local partner with your e-ticket and audio tour instructions (check your spam folder).
• Before your visit, download your e-ticket and the audio tour to your smartphone for offline use, or print the ticket to present at entry.
• The audio tour is not supported on Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or earlier, iPod Touch 5th generation or earlier, iPad 4th generation or earlier, or the 1st generation iPad Mini.
• Opening hours vary seasonally from 8am to 8pm (April to June) and gradually shorten to 8am to 5:30pm (late October), with last entry always 20 minutes before closing.
• If you arrive between 8am and 9am, head straight up to the Temple of Hephaestus while it is still quiet, then follow the Panathenaic Way back down to the Stoa of Attalos Museum later in the day when the shade makes it more comfortable.
• Look out for the kleroterion (jury-selection machine) and pinakia (juror ID tokens) inside the Stoa, ingenious, tangible artifacts of Athenian democracy.

Concession eligibility

• EU citizens under 25, including students, enjoy free admission year-round with a valid ID or passport, but must queue at the ticket office to collect a zero-value pass.
• Non-EU citizens under 25 are entitled to discounted rates during the peak season (April to October) with a valid ID, and must also queue at the ticket office.
• Children under 5 years old enter free of charge.
• EU citizens over 65 qualify for discounted rates.
• Non-EU citizens over 65 qualify for discounted rates during the peak season (April to October).
• Persons with disabilities (67% or more) and one accompanying person are granted free admission with a Disability Card, ID, or passport.

Inclusions #

• Entry to the Ancient Agora archaeological site

• 1.5–2 hour self-guided audio tour of Ancient Agora (as per option selected)

• Audio guide available in English, Italian, Greek, German, Spanish, and French (if option selected)

• Access to the Temple of Hephaestus

• Access to the Museum of the Ancient Agora in the Stoa of Attalos

• Audio guide access on an Android or iOS smartphone with an offline interactive map (if option selected)

Exclusions #

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Transfers

• Live guide

• Headphones

• Food and beverages

• Personal expenses

What to bring

• Wear sturdy shoes because much of the ground is uneven and covered with ancient paving.
• Bring a hat and sunscreen to stay comfortable in the sun.
• Carry a fully charged smartphone to ensure your battery lasts for the entire audio tour.
• Bring your own headphones for the best audio tour experience.

What’s not allowed

• Flash photography and tripods are not permitted, and professional photo or video shoots require prior permits from the Ministry.
• Drones cannot be flown over the site without official authorization.
• Pets are not allowed inside, except for certified service animals.
• Do not touch, pick up, or remove stones, sherds, or other remains, as antiquities are strictly protected by Greek law.

Accessibility

• The Roman Agora is partially wheelchair accessible, offering access for visitors with reduced mobility through the main entrance on Dioskouron Street. However, much of the site has uneven terrain and ancient paving, so access inside is limited.
• You can also reach the Horologion via a pedestrian entrance on Pelopida Street, which accommodates wheelchair users.
• The site also provides inclusive features such as a fully accessible museum, Braille information boards, and tactile maps for visitors with visual impairments.

Additional information

• Each booking is valid for one device. Please book separately for every device you plan to use.
• You can enter the archaeological site only during your selected time slot. Your ticket is valid from 15 minutes before until 15 minutes after your chosen slot.
• Arrive at least 30 minutes early to allow time for security and entry. Note that entry is permitted up to 20 minutes before closing time.
• After booking, you’ll receive an email with instructions to access and download your audio tour; be sure to also check your spam folder.
• You’ll need an Android smartphone (version 5.0 or later) or an iOS device (version 15.0 or later). The audio tour is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 6/6 Plus or earlier, iPod Touch 6th generation or earlier, iPad 4th generation or earlier, iPad Air 1st generation, or iPad Mini 3rd generation or earlier.
• Make sure your phone has 100 to 150 MB of free storage space to download the audio tour.
• The course of your visit may change, and certain restrictions may apply. Please follow all on-site guidelines at all times.
• Opening hours vary seasonally: from November to March, the site is open from 8am to 3pm, while from April to August, it is open from 8am to 7:30pm, with closing times gradually reduced in September and October; last entry is always 30 minutes before closing.

Concession eligibility

• EU citizens up to 25 years old enjoy free admission year-round with a valid ID or passport.
• Non-EU visitors aged 6 to 25 are eligible for discounted admission with a valid ID or passport.
• Children under 5 years old enter free of charge.

Inclusions #

• Entry to the Roman Agora

• 45-minute to 1-hour self-guided audio tour on your smartphone (Android and iOS)

• Audio guide available in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, and Greek (based on option selected)

• Offline content (text, audio narration, and maps)

Exclusions #

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Transfers

• Live guide

• Headphones

• Food and beverages

• Personal expenses