Roman Theatre of Cartagena (Teatro Romano de Cartagena) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Roman Theatre of Cartagena. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Cartagena and Murcia - Full Day Shore Excursion (Cruisers Only)

• 3 Tapas Cartagena Walking Tour

• Roman Exploration in Cartagena (Spain)

• Private Historical Roman Walking Tour of Cartagena

• Private 4-Hour Shore Excursion of Cartagena With Driver and Official Guide

Visiting the Roman Theatre in Cartagena costs €7 for adults and €6 for seniors, students, and children ages 3–12. Tickets are for the theatre and its attached museum. Entry is free on several holidays throughout the year, as well as during the final two hours of the day on Tuesdays.

Yes, the Roman Theater is well worth visiting in Cartagena, as it is the city's most popular attraction. This ancient site is well preserved, and its museum helps explain the history behind the Romans' building such a large arena here. The views from the top of the theater are also a good way to see Cartagena, making this a great stop at this port of call.

Per one customer who booked the Cartagena and Murcia - Full-Day Shore Excursion (Cruisers Only), "Our tour was excellent and the knowledge of our tour guide was unbelievable. She was raised in Cartagena, and she is very proud of the city it has become. The theater ruins were my favorite part, and the history is by far the most interesting I have heard on this cruise. Thank you."

The Roman Theatre of Cartagena (Teatro Romano de Cartagena) was built at the end of the first century BC, and was in use for around 200 years. It was used as a marketplace during the fourth century and was later turned into dwellings. It was buried and remained below ground for hundreds of years, until renovation work unearthed it in 1987. Today, it’s been restored with an on-site museum.

Yes, visitors can explore the interior of the Roman Theatre of Cartagena. Access is via the Cartagena Roman Museum, which features items uncovered during the excavation. A 3D tour of the theater is available on specific weekend guided tours at an extra cost.

Yes, guided tours of the Cartagena Roman Museum are offered every hour, free of charge. Audio guides and brochures are also available in Spanish, English, French, German, and Russian. The museum also has information panels, videos, models, and interactive exhibits in Spanish and English for self-guided tours.

Yes, there is an entrance fee for the Roman Theatre of Cartagena, which includes access to the Cartagena Roman Museum. Guided tours of the museum are free of charge every hour. Audio guides, brochures, and information panels are available for visitors who want to explore independently.

Plan to spend around 1–2 hours exploring both the Cartagena Roman Museum and the Roman Theatre of Cartagena. Allot more time if you plan to join a guided tour. There are a lot of resources to see, including information panels, videos, and interactive exhibits.

Travelers using wheelchairs can use to explore the Roman Theatre of Cartagena and the Cartagena Roman Museum. Access to the museum is via a pedestrianized plaza and a barrier-free route is available, which includes a wheelchair-accessible lift. Wheelchairs are available for loan and there are accessible toilets. Travels who are visually impaired can use the free NaviLens system.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting the Roman Theatre of Cartagena. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Cartagena:

• Punic Wall

• Calle Mayor

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Cartagena.