What to bring

For your visit, ensure that you wear sturdy shoes as the terrain can be uneven and dusty. Consider carrying a reusable water bottle; there’s a refill station near the Stoa of Attalos which is particularly useful in summer months. It's wise to pack essentials such as a hat and sunscreen because shaded areas are limited around the ruins. Make sure your phone is fully charged for using the audio guide, and bring headphones for an uninterrupted listening experience.

What’s not allowed

Inside the site, flash photography and tripods are strictly prohibited. Professional filming or photography requires prior permission from the Ministry of Culture; setting up equipment without a permit may lead to intervention by staff members. Flying drones is also forbidden unless you have official authorization. Pets are not permitted on-site, although certified service animals can accompany visitors. Additionally, touching or removing any stones, pottery shards, or remains is illegal under Greek law.

Accessibility

A wheelchair-accessible entrance is available at Apostolou Pavlou near the Temple of Hephaestus; however, full access within the site is limited due to uneven terrain with gravel and steps. If entering from Adrianou 24, it may be helpful to have a companion assist you in navigating rough areas. Site staff can be reached at +30 210 3214824 or +30 210 3210180 for assistance. The Stoa of Attalos Museum is fully accessible with adapted restrooms available. Tactile maps and brochures in Braille (Greek and English) are provided at the information desk.

Additional information

Please note that due to ongoing construction, the main entrance of the Ancient Agora is temporarily closed; use the temporary entrance on Apostolou Pavlou Street near Akamantos Street instead. Entry is only permitted within your reserved time slot (15 minutes before until 15 minutes after). Arrive about 30 minutes early for security checks and note that last entry is allowed 20 minutes prior to closing. Your e-ticket and audio guide instructions will be sent in a separate email—check your spam folder if necessary, then download both to your device or print the ticket for use at entry. The audio guide does not support Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or earlier models, iPod Touch 5th generation or prior, iPad 4th generation and before, nor the first iPad Mini.Opening hours vary seasonally from 8am to 8pm (April to June) and shorten gradually until reaching 8am to 5:30pm in late October. The last entry is always permitted up to 20 minutes before closing time each day. If you arrive between 8am and 9am, consider visiting the Temple of Hephaestus first for a quieter experience; later in the day, explore down via the Panathenaic Way towards the Stoa of Attalos Museum when it's more comfortable due to shade.

Concession eligibility

EU citizens under 25 years old can enjoy free admission year-round with valid ID or passport but must queue at the ticket office for a zero-value pass. Non-EU citizens under 25 are eligible for discounted rates during peak season (April to October) and also need to collect their passes from the ticket office. Children below five enter without charge.EU citizens over 65 receive discounted admission, as do non-EU citizens over 65 during the peak season of April through October. Individuals with disabilities rated at 67% or higher, along with one accompanying person, are granted free entry when presenting a Disability Card alongside an ID or passport.