Roman theatre of Cordoba

The Roman theatre of Córdoba is an ancient venue from the time of Emperor Augustus, located beneath the city's archaeological museum. Its semicircular seating area and structure follow typical Roman design principles and parts of it have been excavated and can be visited.

The structure was built before 5 BC during Emperor Augustus's reign and served the city for centuries as a performance venue. A major earthquake in the 3rd century caused severe damage that eventually led to its abandonment.

This was an entertainment space where Romans gathered for theatrical performances and public events, and its remains reveal how the city once functioned for leisure and social gatherings. The structure shows what daily life and public activities looked like in the ancient period.

The remains are located beneath the archaeological museum and can be seen as part of a museum visit. It helps to check opening hours and available tours beforehand, as the excavated areas are only accessible when the museum is open.

Builders placed this structure on the highest point of Córdoba to take advantage of natural slopes for the seating area. This clever use of terrain was typical of Roman engineering and improved sightlines for audiences.