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Caesaraugusta Theatre Museum, Zaragoza

12 Calle de San Jorge, Zaragoza, Aragón

Description

The Caesaraugusta Theatre Museum showcases the ruins of the Roman Theatre of Zaragoza and some related artefacts. The structure was built in the first century AD and could accommodate up to 6,000 spectators. Part of the stands and stage have been unearthed and covered with a large polycarbonate structure; they are complemented by an Interpretative Center that introduces visitors to the history of the theatre and the dramatic genres as well as the social and political life of the period.

Access & Transport

The museum is in the center of the historical district of Zaragoza, just south of La Seo Cathedral and 300m from the 'Plaza España' tram station.

Instructions & Recommendations

There is a combined ticket for the Caesaraugusta related museums grouping those of the theatre, Forum, Fluvial Port and Thermal Baths: https://www.zaragoza.es/contenidos/museos/museos_ccesp.pdf

Meta review

Some visitors are disappointed by the limited amount of structures left, but the majority does enjoy how much complementary info is providing in the museum, which does bring the ruins to life and provides good context as to the history of the Moorish and Jewish residential areas. From a practical standpoint, the covered site is a plus when the sun is blasting or it is raining but a lot of the info is only in Spanish language.

Environmental & Social

Low environmental impact. Part of the architectural and historical heritage of the city

Conclusion

The museum will be of interest to archaeological buffs and, generally, those who enjoy cultural activities. Others should still take a look from the outside when visiting the historical center of Zaragoza.

Key positive

Combination of ruins and museum provides a good visual insight

Educational

Centrally located

Key negative

Very incomplete ruins and quite a small site

Lacks translations

Suitability

Mostly accessible

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 15m

est. visit time:0h 45m

Regulated hours
Period 1

MONDAY -

TUESDAY10:00 - 14:00

WEDNESDAY10:00 - 14:00

THURSDAY10:00 - 14:00

FRIDAY10:00 - 14:00

SATURDAY10:00 - 14:00

SUNDAY10:00 - 14:30

Period 2

MONDAY -

TUESDAY17:00 - 21:00

WEDNESDAY17:00 - 21:00

THURSDAY17:00 - 21:00

FRIDAY17:00 - 21:00

SATURDAY17:00 - 21:00

SUNDAY -

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
€0
Adult
16 - 64
€4
Child
3 - 15
€0
Infant
0 - 2
€0
Free on first Sunday of the month. Student price is 3€

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