Athens Ancient Agora Fast-Track Admission Ticket

The Cradle of Ancient Democracy,
Agora

Visit the Agora, the cradle of ancient Athenian democracy, located in Athens, Greece! The Agora was the most important place for politics, law, and commerce, often called the meeting place of ancient Athenian citizens. It is also famous as the place where prominent Greek philosophers such as Socrates, Aristotle, and Plato gave speeches. Also, visit the Temple of Hephaestus and the Agora Museum! 

Main Attractions

Temple of Hephaestus
The Temple of Hephaestus, the best-preserved building in the Agora, is a Doric temple dedicated to Hephaestus, the god of blacksmiths, and Athena. It is considered a masterpiece of ancient Greek architecture due to its excellent architectural style and sculptures.

Stoa of Attalos
The Stoa of Attalos, built in the 2nd century BC, is a two-story building with shops and public facilities. It has been restored and is now used as the Ancient Agora Museum.

Bouleuterion
This is where Athenian citizens gathered to make political decisions.

Tholos
A circular building where the 500 members of the Council met and dined.

Heliaia
This was the highest court in Athens, where jurors conducted trials.