Amphitheater of Nîmes, Roman amphitheatre in Nîmes, France
The oval structure extends 133 meters in length and 101 meters in width, featuring two levels of 60 arcades reaching 21 meters in height.
Construction of the amphitheatre began in 90 CE during the Roman Empire, following similar architectural principles as the Colosseum in Rome.
The amphitheatre currently hosts traditional French bullfights, concerts, and historical reenactments, maintaining its function as a public entertainment venue.
The amphitheatre welcomes visitors daily from 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM, with audio guides available in multiple languages for self-guided tours.
The structure contains specialized passages called vomitories, which enabled 24,000 spectators to enter and exit the venue within minutes.
Location: Nîmes
Inception: 90
Height: 21 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Part of: Nemausus
Address: Bd des Arènes, 30000 Nîmes, France 30000 Nîmes
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-18:30
Phone: +33466218256
Website: http://arenesdenimes.com
GPS coordinates: 43.83489,4.35963
Latest update: September 22, 2025 23:18
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Nice visit, audio guide included in the price of the tour. Underground parking nearby.
Nice visit, audio guide included in the price of the tour. Underground parking nearby.
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