Roman Amphitheatre (MHT)
An oval structure built in the 2nd century overlooking the sea, its stands were carved directly out of the underlying bedrock. The amphitheatre is 109.5 metres long by 86.5 metres wide and can hold up to 14,000 spectators. In its day, it was the scene of fights between gladiators and against wild beasts, as well as public executions. In the year 259 A.D., the Bishop Fructuoso and his deacons Augurio and Eulogio were burned alive within its confines. In the early 6th century, a Visigoth basilica was built on the site, which was eventually replaced by the mediaeval Santa Maria del Miracle (Our Lady of the Miracle) church.
Opening hours and price of admission to museums and monuments (April 2024)
Opening hours and price of admission to museums and monuments (27 April-5 May)
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SUMMER HOURS |
WINTER HOURS |
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01/04-30/09 |
02/01-31/03 + 01/10-31/12 |
Last entrance: 30 minutes before closing
Special opening times
The Tarragona Municipal Tourism Board is not responsible for any errors or omissions in these opening times. The information is up-to-date and valid at the time of publication, but is subject to change.
Monday: closed / Tuesday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. / Saturday: 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Monday: closed / Tuesday to Friday: 9:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. / Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 9.00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
| Mondays open: Cathedral, Tarragona Biblical Museum, Mèdol Quarry, Francolí River Paleochristian Complex and Chapel of St. Paul |
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