Amphitheater of Lyon, Roman amphitheatre in Jardin des Plantes, Lyon, France
The amphitheatre features a 67-meter-long oval arena with remnants of stone walls and gates visible within the modern garden setting.
Built around 19 AD by the Rufus family, the structure expanded in the second century to accommodate 20,000 spectators from across Gallic territories.
The amphitheatre served as a gathering place for representatives of 60 Gallic tribes who conducted ceremonies dedicated to Rome and Augustus.
Visitors can reach the archaeological site via buses S6 and S12, with stops near the Jardin des Plantes entrance in the first district.
The northern gate and foundation walls remain intact, representing the only visible Roman amphitheatre remains in central Lyon.
Location: 1st arrondissement of Lyon
Inception: 19 BCE
Architectural style: ancient Roman architecture
Part of: Lugdunum
GPS coordinates: 45.77056,4.83056
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:40
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