Roman Theatre

Vienne, France

The Roman theatre in Vienne was built around 40-50 AD and is considered to be one of the largest theatres in Roman Antiquity with a capacity of 11500 seats and a diameter of 130 metres. In the 2nd century it was double sized by a second smaller theater, the odeon, which was built nearby on the southern slope of the ravine of Saint-Marcel.

The annual Vienne Jazz Festival has been held on the ancient theatre since 1980. 

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Rue du Cirque 7, Vienne, France
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Details

Founded: 40-50 AD
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in France
Historical period: Roman Gaul (France)

More Information

www.vienne-tourisme.com

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4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Luis Perlish (4 months ago)
Great place to visit. Climb to the top to get a better view of the city and the River. We bought some lunch with my family, found some stairs covered with shade from the trees, and had a wonderful time eating and soaking up the view. Very inexpensive, $10 euros for 7 people and no time limit to be inside.
Ruben Eloff (4 months ago)
We watched our favorite band here, amazing venue!
Ivy (4 months ago)
Facing west with a view of the sunset and the town. Best concert experience ever
Marie-Pierre BERGER (4 months ago)
The concert was extraordinary. I will recommend to bringing a cushion because you will be sat on stone steps. Food and drinks are available during the concert and quick service.
Diana D (14 months ago)
Another well-preserved display of Roman architecture that was (re)discovered in the last century. It makes you want to yell, “Are you not entertained?” from the stage, even if in “The Gladiator,” that was done on circuses/coliseums and not in amphitheaters. For those needing a workout, I recommend climbing all the way up to the top - buns of steal for free! When you’re back on the streets, look out for tiny copper circles on the floor with a sort of a tree motive: follow these markers around Vienne for other beautiful things to see!
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