Restored by the American School of Classical Studies from 1953 to 1956, the Stoa of Attalus now serves as the Museum of the Ancient Agora in its original eastern location. Gifted by Attalus II of Philadelphus around 150 AD, this covered structure with a floor was a thriving commercial hub and meeting place for Athenians. Featuring Doric and Ionic colonnades, the Stoa's unique design showcases the architectural prowess of its benefactor. Its exhibits directly relate to the functioning of Athens' democratic society, as the Agora was the epicenter of public life. Unfortunately, destroyed by the Heruli in 267 AD, it became part of the Late Roman Wall of Athens. Today, the Museum stands as a captivating relic, preserving the essence of ancient Athenian public life. Tickets: Full: €10 Reduced: €5 Opening Hours: 08:00 – 17:00 Last entrance: 16:30 Every Tuesday the museum opens at 10:00. Public Holidays: 1 January: Closed Epiphany: 8:00-15:00 Clean Monday: 8:00-15:00 25 March: Closed Good Friday: 12:00-17:00 Holy Saturday: 8:00-15:00 1 May: Closed Easter Sunday: Closed Easter Monday: 8:00-20:00 Pentecost: 8:00-15:00 15 August: 8:00-15:00 28 October: 08.00-18.30 Christmas Day, 25 December: Closed 26 December: Closed Free entrance days: 6 March - Melina Mercouri Memorial Day 18 April - International Day for Monuments and Sites 18 May - International Museum Day The last weekend of September each year (European Days of Cultural Heritage) 28 October