Athens: Kerameikos Ancient Site Skip-the-Ticket-Line Ticket

Skip the line and explore the ancient Kerameikos site, Athens' oldest cemetery and potters' quarter. Discover impressive monuments, the remains of the Pompeion, and fascinating burial artifacts at the Kerameikos Museum.

About this activity

Highlights

Skip the ticket line and enter Kerameikos, Athens' oldest cemetery.
Marvel at tomb sculptures and ancient remains along the Sacred Way.
Discover the historic Pompeion, a key public building for the Panathenaic Festival.
Explore the Sacred Gate and Themistoclean Wall, showcasing Athens' ancient defenses.
Visit the Dipylon Gate, where state graves of prominent Athenian figures were located.

Description

Explore the ancient wonders of Kerameikos, Athens' most important cemetery and potters' quarter, dating back to the 3rd millennium BC. Once a bustling area of craftsmanship and burial rituals, the site showcases ruins like the Sacred Gate and Pompeion, key landmarks of Athenian history. Wander through the area where ancient potters crafted iconic ceramics and observe remnants of the city's defensive walls. Enhance your visit at the on-site Kerameikos Museum, home to sculptures, pottery, and ...

+ More

Explore the ancient wonders of Kerameikos, Athens' most important cemetery and potters' quarter, dating back to the 3rd millennium BC. Once a bustling area of craftsmanship and burial rituals, the site showcases ruins like the Sacred Gate and Pompeion, key landmarks of Athenian history. Wander through the area where ancient potters crafted iconic ceramics and observe remnants of the city's defensive walls. Enhance your visit at the on-site Kerameikos Museum, home to sculptures, pottery, and artifacts that illustrate the daily lives, art, and funerary practices of ancient Athens. Perfect for history enthusiasts and cultural explorers, Kerameikos offers a profound connection to Athens' rich past

Includes

Skip-the-ticket-line entry to Kerameikos Ancient Site and Museum
Timed entry access to manage crowds and ensure a comfortable visit
Access to the Kerameikos Archaeological Museum

Excludes

Guided tour
Transportation to and from the site

How It Works

Tickets is valid for a specific time slot, giving you 15 minutes before and after the chosen time for entry.
Visitors are encouraged to arrive 30 minutes before their entry time to ensure a smooth experience.
Regarding the Athens Saver Combo ticket, the mandatory selection of the date and time of visit only applies to the Acropolis & Slopes. Within 5 days you can visit the rest of the Archaeological Sites.
Opening Hours:
- April 1st to August 31st: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Last entry at 7:30 PM)
- September 1st to 15th: 8:00 AM - 7:30 PM (Last entry at 7:00 PM)
- September 16th to 30th: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Last entry at 6:30 PM)
- October 1st to 15th: 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM (Last entry at 6:00 PM)
- October 16th to 31st: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Last entry at 5:30 PM)
The Kerameikos Museum will be closed daily from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.