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Teatro Romano, Cartagena

9 Plaza Ayuntamiento, Cartagena, Región de Murcia

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.

Meta review

Considered one of the must-see in the region by travel guides, online reviewers are also mostly positive. They state that the amphitheatre is quite well-preserved / renovated, including parts such as the stage (proscenium) and choir but do not feel it ranks up there with more impressive alternatives in Spain. The museum is described as complete and overall a nice addition to the complex. A few reviewers were quite bemused that the site could be closed on Mondays during the peak season.

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 to visitors with reduced mobility

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

Updated in August 2023

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 20m

est. visit time:1h

Regulated hours

Start of Season 1:May, 01

Season 1

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

Season 2

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

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Group price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
€6
5
Adult
13 - 64
€6
5
Child
4 - 12
€0
0
Infant
0 - 3
€0
0
Covers both the Roman Theatre and the Museum. Price for students is 5€.

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