Sagunto Roman theatre

Sagunto, Spain

The Teatro romano de Sagunto is a Roman theatre located in Sagunto, Spain. It is located at the foot of the mountain, crowned by Sagunto Castle. It occupies the intermediate terrace, between the city and the upper platform chaired by the Forum, Civic Center of the municipality, responding to an urban planning of the times of Emperor Augustus.

The theatre was built in the middle of the first century, using the slope of the mountain. It consists of two distinct parts: the cavea or grandstands, semicircular and composed by three orders of stands and the frons scaenae, which rises to the height of the top of the grandstands porch. It is semicircular in shape and can seat 8,000 spectators.

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Founded: 1st century AD
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in Spain

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Nika M (9 months ago)
Very beautiful old theatre. Went there already three times. Nearly every single time it was empty and we were the only people visiting. Entrance is free and it’s open up to 8 or 9pm in the summer.
Jennie Walker (13 months ago)
Wonderful theatre to visit. Absolutely free
M S (MTV) (15 months ago)
Well preserved Roman theatre, fully restored and "modernised" (with a bold approach which some may find inappropriate for a historic building).
Ben Stewart (2 years ago)
Fantastic to see and free to enter. It is a modern theatre that has been built within the ruins of the original theatre. Much of the original building is still there but you might be disappointed if you were expecting the whole thing to be historical. Steep walk up and lots of steps inside so may be an issue for those with mobility problems.
David mann (8 years ago)
A fantastic place to view . You are better off parking in town as you can't drive up to the castle. There is a little road train that will take you up to the castle. The Roman Theatre has been rebuilt incorporating the ancient amphitheatre. The amphitheatre is part of the castle which is a huge complex of Jewish and Roman buildings, including ancient Jewish cemetery. The castle has been added to and expanded over the centuries and it is interesting to see different influences and uses from the past. The castle is not suitable for pushchairs or very young children as it will take 3 to 4 hours to investigate all there is to offer. The castle is very steep and uneven so good shoes are advisable. There are no amenities, at the castle, so make sure you bring food and water. But there are a few lovely little resturants on the way down. You wouldn't be disappointed with the place it is a great day out. And there is no entrance fee.
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