Roman amphitheater, Catania

Name: Roman amphitheater
Address: Piazza Stesicoro, Catania, 95124, Italy
Telephone: +39 095 715 0508

#36 among attractions in Catania

Top attraction, Historical place, Ruins

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The Amphitheatre of Catania is a Roman amphitheatre in Catania, Sicily, southern Italy, built in the Roman Imperial period, probably in the 2nd century AD, on the northern edge of the ancient city at the base of the Montevergine hill. Only a small section of the structure is now visible, below ground level, to the north of Piazza Stesicoro. This area is now the historic centre of the city, but was then on the outskirts of the ancient town and also occupied by the necropolis of Catania. The structure is part of the Parco archeologico greco-romano di Catania. ()

Local name: Anfiteatro romano di Catania Coordinates: 37°30'27"N, 15°5'8"E

Address

Piazza StesicoroCatania (Centro Catania)Catania 95124 Italy

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+39 095 715 0508

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Roman amphitheater – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Roman amphitheater open?

Roman amphitheater is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 9 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 6 pm
Thursday 9 am - 6 pm
Friday 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday 9 am - 1:30 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Roman amphitheater?

Nearby attractions include Palazzo Tezzano, Catania (1 min walk), Piazza Stesicoro, Catania (1 min walk), San Biagio, Catania (2 min walk), Sant'Agata al Carcere, Catania (2 min walk).

How to get to Roman amphitheater by public transport?

The nearest stations to Roman amphitheater:

Bus

Borsa (1 min walk)
Terminal Borsa • Lines: 702, 722, 726, 744, 940 (1 min walk)

Metro

Stesicoro • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
Giovanni XXIII • Lines: 1 (20 min walk)

Train

Stesicoro (5 min walk)
Catania Centrale (21 min walk)