Roman Amphitheatre of Arezzo

The elliptical amphitheatre exhibits sandstone and brick construction with two tiers of seating and measures 121 meters along its major axis and 68 meters on its minor axis.

Built during Emperor Hadrian's reign between 117-138 AD, the amphitheatre accommodated 8,000 to 10,000 spectators and marked Arezzo's transformation from Etruscan settlement to Roman center.

The amphitheatre structure integrates with Saint Bernard Monastery, which now houses the National Archaeological Museum displaying regional Etruscan and Roman artifacts.

Visitors can access the archaeological site through multiple vaulted entrances and explore the remaining covered corridors beneath the former bleacher sections.

The amphitheatre walls feature opus mixtum construction, combining opus reticulatum squares in diagonal rows with alternating rectangular tufa and brick surfaces.

Location: Arezzo

Part of: Arretium

Address: Via Margaritone 10 52100 52100

Phone: +39057520882

GPS coordinates: 43.46060,11.88060

Latest update: March 4, 2025 06:40