Hadrian's Library Guide: Tickets, Hours & Pass Compatibility
30 - 45 min
Archaeological Site
Built 132 AD by Emperor Hadrian
Areos 3, 105 55 Athens, Greece
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Practical Visitor Info & Tips
€10.00
€5.00
Seasonal — see table below. Last admission 20 minutes before closing.
Reserved timed-entry ticket via the official booking platform.
| 1 Apr - 31 Aug | Daily | 08:00 - 20:00 |
| 1 - 15 Sep | Daily | 08:00 - 19:30 |
| 16 - 30 Sep | Daily | 08:00 - 19:00 |
| 1 - 15 Oct | Daily | 08:00 - 18:30 |
| 16 - 31 Oct | Daily | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| 1 Nov - 31 Mar | Daily | 08:00 - 15:00 |
Last Admission: 20 minutes before closing time
Closed On: 1 January, 25 March, 1 May, Orthodox Easter Sunday, 25 & 26 December
Access to Hadrian's Library archaeological site near Monastiraki.
| Season | Hours | Price | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Apr - 31 Aug | €10.00 | 08:00-20:00 | tickets.hh.gr |
| 1 - 15 Sep | €10.00 | 08:00-19:30 | tickets.hh.gr |
| 16 - 30 Sep | €10.00 | 08:00-19:00 | tickets.hh.gr |
| 1 - 15 Oct | €10.00 | 08:00-18:30 | tickets.hh.gr |
| 16 - 31 Oct | €10.00 | 08:00-18:00 | tickets.hh.gr |
| 1 Nov - 31 Mar | €10.00 | 08:00-15:00 | tickets.hh.gr |
Ticket Options
€10.00
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See pass compatibility below ↓Overview & Visitor Introduction
Hadrian's Library is a monumental Roman-era complex near Monastiraki, built by the Emperor Hadrian in 132 AD as a library, lecture hall, and cultural center for the city.
Standard admission is €10.00 adult / €5.00 reduced, ticketed via tickets.hh.gr, the official Hellenic Heritage e-ticketing platform. Opening hours vary seasonally, and last admission is 20 minutes before closing.
The site is closed on 1 January, 25 March, 1 May, Orthodox Easter Sunday, and 25-26 December.
History & Significance
Built in 132 AD by the Roman Emperor Hadrian, an admirer of Greek culture, the complex housed a library, lecture halls, and gardens centered on a large courtyard with a reflecting pool.
The site later saw churches built within its ruins across the Byzantine and Ottoman periods, layering centuries of history over the original Roman structure.
What to See: Top Highlights
The Grand Facade
A monumental Corinthian-columned facade, one of the best-preserved elements of the complex.
Layered Byzantine Ruins
Remains of later churches built within the site across the Byzantine and Ottoman periods.
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