Ancient Agora of Kos
Αρχαία Αγορά Κω
A large ancient Greek and Roman site in the old town center, where the Temple of Aphrodite and scattered columns lie among trees and flowers. Free to wander.
The Ancient Agora dates from the 4th century BC. After the 1933 earthquake it was excavated by Italian archaeologists. Visitors can see colonnades, the base of the Temple of Aphrodite, the Temple of Heracles and the remains of an early Christian church. The open site lies between the castle and the old town and is lit at night, so you will naturally pass through it on a town walk. Entry is free. In summer there is no shade at midday, so visit early in the morning or in the evening.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- Loggia Mosque (Gazi Hassan Pasha)
- Tree of Hippocrates
- Archaeological Museum of Kos
- Neratzia Castle
- Kos Town Harbour & Old Town
- Casa Romana
- Western Archaeological Site of Kos
- Roman Odeon of Kos