Carthage amphitheatre

The Carthage amphitheatre is a Roman structure with an arena floor measuring roughly 64 by 36 meters, surrounded by rising sections that once seated spectators. The preserved portions reveal the typical layout of such buildings, with passages and support structures visible throughout the site.

Construction of this amphitheatre began in the late first century and expansion took place about 200 years later. This growth reflects changing needs in the city for entertainment spaces during the Roman period.

The structure reflects how Romans organized public entertainment through its physical design, with spaces arranged to hold crowds and direct their attention toward the arena floor. Walking through the ruins, visitors can sense how central such gatherings were to community life.

The site sits roughly 1.5 kilometers from Byrsa Hill and is accessible by the TMG light railway, which runs throughout the day. Plan enough time to walk through the different levels and sections, as the layout takes effort to understand on foot.

This amphitheatre stands out as one of only three in Africa built on flat ground rather than carved into a hillside. This unusual construction method required special engineering to support the weight of the upper seating sections.

Location: Carthage

Part of: archaeological site of Carthage

GPS coordinates: 36.85612,10.31508

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:45