Kerameikos Ancient Site in Athens Getting New Visitor Facilities

An impression of the new exit at Agion Asomaton Street after the renovations. Photo source: Culture Ministry

Visitors to the Kerameikos archaeological site in central Athens will soon have new access through an entrance-exit point being developed on Agion Asomaton Street, directly across from Dipylou Street.

According to an announcement, the Greek Culture Ministry, after purchasing several abandoned buildings in the area, will develop much-needed infrastructure. The development will include a café, a museum shop, areas for events such as presentations, exhibitions, and educational programs, as well as public hygiene and WC facilities.

The current situation exit location Agion Asomaton Street. Photo source: Culture Ministry

The building, which will house all these facilities, extends over an area of 240 square meters. The project is funded by the national recovery and resilience (RRF) plan and will be accessible to people with mobility difficulties. It will operate independently of the working hours of the Kerameikos archaeological site, and its wider vicinity will be “gentrified.”

Greek Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni noted, “the operational and aesthetic upgrading of the archaeological site of Kerameikos will better serve visitors and enhance their experience while visiting…This is especially important for people with mobility difficulties, older people, and families,” she said.

An impression of the cafe at the new exit.

“Through this project, the ministry is assisting with the upgrading of this part of Athens, creating possibilities for its further development,” Mendoni added.

Additionally, the ministry is developing a new point of interest in Kerameikos, allowing visitors to explore the lesser-known Roman-era cemetery. The Filotera Sarcophagus, also from the Roman era and made of marble from Mount Pentelikon, will be exhibited there.