Teatro Romano, Cartagena
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Teatro Romano, Cartagena - by Management
Description
The Roman Theatre of Cartagena was built between the 5th and 1st centuries BC. It had a capacity of 6,000 spectators, making it the 2nd largest in Spain after that of Mérida. Indeed, the city was one of the largest Carthaginian and then Roman settlements along the Mediterranean shores of the Iberian Peninsula. The ruins of the theatre are complemented by a museum.
Access & Transport
The ruins and museum are located at the southern edge of Cartagena, entrance is at nº 9 Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Bus 8 stops nearby on Paseo Alfonso XII and it is a 15mins walk to the train station. The closes cities are Murcia, 50km to the northeast and Alicante, 120km to the north.
Instructions & Recommendations
We suggest starting with the visit of the Museo Foro Romano, then this monument followed by the National Museum of Subaquatic Archaeology.
Environmental & Social
Environmentally neutral. Helps preserve the town's architectural and historical heritage
Conclusion
The ruins of the Roman Theatre of Cartagena are a striking reminder of the long history of the town and, along with the Forum Museum, the perfect opportunity to learn more about it. Unmissable for those in the area but falls short of justifying a long-range drive.
Key positive
One of the best examples of Roman Theatres in the Iberian Peninsula
Fairly priced entrance fees
Key negative
Not on the same scale as the major Roman archaeological sites
Suitability
Partially accessible for visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
August 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 20m
est. visit time:1h
Start of Season 1:May, 01
MONDAY -
TUESDAY10:00 - 20:00
WEDNESDAY10:00 - 20:00
THURSDAY10:00 - 20:00
FRIDAY10:00 - 20:00
SATURDAY10:00 - 20:00
SUNDAY10:00 - 14:00
Start of Season 2:Oct, 01
MONDAY -
TUESDAY10:00 - 18:00
WEDNESDAY10:00 - 18:00
THURSDAY10:00 - 18:00
FRIDAY10:00 - 18:00
SATURDAY10:00 - 18:00
SUNDAY10:00 - 14:00