The functional and aesthetic upgrading of the archaeological sites of Athens is a priority for the Ministry of Culture. After the maturation of the studies for the execution of the necessary works in Kerameikos, the archaeological site of the Ancient Agora is next in line. The Ministry of Culture through the Athens City Antiquities Ephorate, in the framework of its policy to improve the services provided to visitors and enhance their experience, is proceeding with the upgrading of the infrastructure, public service facilities and urban equipment in the archaeological site of the Ancient Agora of Athens. The project concerns the overall enhancement of the archaeological site, focusing on the creation of a new entrance/exit gate on Adrianou Street and the improvement of accessibility to the site.

The Minister of Culture, Lina Mendoni, said: “The interventions that we have planned for the Ancient Agora concern the complete upgrade of the facilities to serve the public, including those with special requirements. They serve, firmly and uncompromisingly, our strategy for universal accessibility to archaeological sites, as well as to ensure the necessary conditions for strengthening the “silver economy” in the field of cultural tourism. The central idea of our design is the discretion of the structures, the dialogue with the landscape and the monuments, the organization of existing and new uses that support the function, visitability and accessibility of the Ancient Agora”.