Arles - Roman Theater Théâtre Antique
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The Roman theater in Arles is located in Rue de la Calade/Rue du Cloître; opening times are the same as those for the Arènes.
It was built in the time of Augustus and, with seating for 8,000 on 33 tiers of steps, was as large as the theater in Orange. In the early Middle Ages the theater was used as a quarry, and with the material it provided the town wall was erected.
It was built in the time of Augustus and, with seating for 8,000 on 33 tiers of steps, was as large as the theater in Orange. In the early Middle Ages the theater was used as a quarry, and with the material it provided the town wall was erected.
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Must-see attractions nearby:
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Most of the relics brought to light during excavation can be seen in the Musée d'Art Païen - the most important of these is the "Venus of Arles", a representation of the goddess Diana, which was discovered near a fountain in 1651 and is now in the Louvre in Paris.
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Arches of Roman Amphitheater in Arles dates from end of 1st century.
Detail of arch on Arles Roman Arena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Roman Theatre at Arles.
Bullring at the Roman Theatre in Arles.
