True to its central location in the center of the city, the Ancient Agora formed an important part of the social and political life of Greece in the ancient times. It consists of a set of buildings that included a court, a mint and various other political and social institutions. Used for a variety of purposes, the agora is definitely the kind of place you should visit with a guide; just to hear all the stories that are associated with it.

Some of the monuments that were added to the Agora later were the temple of Ares and the Odeon of Agrippa. It makes sense to explore the area on foot and spend the entire day looking at the lovely buildings with both the ruins as well as the ones that are still intact. Also, visit the popular attractions in the city by following Athens itinerary 1 day.

• Museum within the Agora opens at 11:00 am. regardless of the time of the year.

• Thiseio station (line 1) Metro 

• Lontos Cafe
• James Joyce Irish Pub
• Varoulko

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