The ancient and medieval acropolis of Argos was established on the imposing hill of Larissa.

Argos

Considered one of the oldest cities of Greece, the town of Argos lies about 40 kilometers from Epidaurus and 12 kilometers from Nafplio, and offers a plethora of ancient attractions.

The archaeological site within the city of Argos includes many important ancient monuments such as the Theater, the Hadrian's Aqueduct, the Baths and the Roman Agora. – © Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports / Ephorate of Antiquities of Argolida

In the flat area, east of the Larissa hill the Agora was founded, the center of the public life of Argos city. – © Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports / Ephorate of Antiquities of Argolida

With a capacity of 20,000 seats approximately, the ancient theater of Argos counts among the largest ancient theatres in Greece. – © Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports / Ephorate of Antiquities of Argolida

The archaeological site within the city of Argos includes many important ancient monuments such as the Theater, the Hadrian's Aqueduct, the Baths and the Roman Agora. – © Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports / Ephorate of Antiquities of Argolida

When you stroll the streets of the modern city you can see many places of archaeological interest including the ancient theater and agora, as well as the imposing citadel of Larissa—the history of which begins in prehistoric times and reaches the Greek Revolution of 1821—which towers over the modern city of Argos.

The castle of Argos (Larissa) is one of the most ancient castles of Greece. – © Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sport / Ephorate of Antiquities of Argolida

The Archaeological Museum of Argos, located in the centre of Argos, is housed in a neoclassical building of great historic significance, which was built in 1830. The collection includes various treasures of great importance, from the prehistoric until the Roman period.

The castle of Argos (Larissa)
Tickets: free entrance
More information
Approach to the monument: The hill of the castle is about 2 km from the city of Argos. The road is paved and there is a spacious parking lot close to the entrance.

Visit

Argos

Hours

Archaeological Sites:08.00-15.00
For updated information, visit:
http://www.argolisculture.gr/en/
http://odysseus.culture.gr

Archaeological sites and Museums are closed on:
*1st of January
*25th of March

Easter Day
1st of May
25th-26th of December