Roman Forum, Mérida

Name: Roman Forum
Address: Calle Berzocana, Mérida, 06800, Spain
Telephone: +34 924 31 48 37

#11 among attractions in Mérida

Historical place, Unesco

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The Roman Forum is an archaeological area in Mérida, Spain. It was the main public area of the Roman city of Emerita Augusta, founded in 25 BC by Emperor Augustus. The city had another forum, the Provincial Forum, built in 50 AD. Together with the other archaeological sites of the city, it was inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1993. Mérida, or Emerita Augusta in Latin, was once the capital of the Lusitania imperial province that included most of Portugal as well as the western central portion of Spain. It contains many common places found in a Roman city: buildings such as theaters, temples, forums, and arenas. Mérida’s ruins are mostly still intact, despite the passage of time of approximately 2,000 years. Mérida preserves more important ancient Roman monuments than any other city in Spain ()

Local name: Foro romano de Mérida Unesco: from 1993Area: 51.57 acres (0.0806 mi²)Coordinates: 38°55'1"N, 6°20'35"W

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Calle BerzocanaMérida 06800 Spain

Contact

+34 924 31 48 37

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

Nearby attractions include: Museo Nacional de Arte Romano, Roman Theatre, Roman amphitheater, Alcazaba de Mérida.

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History museum, Museum
Museo Nacional de Arte Romano, Mérida
5 min walk • The Museo Nacional de Arte Romano stands as a testament to the rich Roman heritage of Mérida, Spain. Established to preserve and exhibit the archaeological remains of the ancient city of Augusta Emerita, this museum has become a cornerstone attraction for history...
~1370 ftSE
Ruins of Roman amphitheater
Roman Theatre, Mérida
7 min walk • The Roman Theatre in Mérida, Spain, is an ancient architectural marvel that transports visitors back to the grandeur of the Roman Empire. This well-preserved theatre, constructed during the reign of Emperor Augustus around 15-16 BC, stands as a testament to the...
~1440 ftE
, Historical place, Amphitheatre
Roman amphitheater, Mérida
7 min walk • The Roman amphitheater in Mérida, Spain, is a magnificent testament to the grandeur of ancient Roman architecture and entertainment. Built during the reign of Emperor Augustus in the 8th century BC, this historical landmark is a part of the Archaeological Ensemble of...
~1360 ftSW
Historical place
Alcazaba de Mérida, Mérida
7 min walk • The Alcazaba de Mérida is a formidable historical landmark nestled in the heart of Mérida, Spain. This ancient fortress, dating back to the 9th century, stands as a testament to the city's rich past, offering visitors a glimpse into the era of Moorish rule in the...
0.6 miW
Bridge
Lusitania Bridge, Mérida
15 min walk • The Lusitania Bridge is a bridge in Mérida, Spain.
0.7 miSW
Bridge
Puente Romano, Mérida
18 min walk • The Puente Romano is a Roman bridge over the Guadiana River at Mérida in southwest Spain. It is the world's longest surviving bridge from ancient times, having once featured an estimated overall length of 755 m with 62 spans. Today, there are 60 spans on a length of 721 m between the abutments.
0.7 miN
Roman-era aqueduct in a park setting
Acueducto de los Milagros, Mérida
19 min walk • The Acueducto de los Milagros is the ruins of a Roman aqueduct bridge, part of the aqueduct built to supply water to the Roman colony of Emerita Augusta, today Mérida, Spain.
0.5 miNE
Ruins, , Aqueduct
San Lázaro Roman aqueduct, Mérida
12 min walk • The San Lázaro Roman aqueduct is a Roman aqueduct located in Mérida, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1912.
~1200 ftW
Church, Romanesque architecture, Gothic architecture
Co-Cathedral of Saint Mary Major, Mérida
6 min walk • The Metropolitan co-cathedral of Saint Mary Major of Mérida is a Roman Catholic cathedral church in Mérida, Extremadura, western Spain. Since 1994, together with the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist of Badajoz, it is the seat of the Archdiocese of Mérida-Badajoz.
0.7 miE
38°55'9"N • 6°19'49"W
Roman circus of Mérida, Mérida
18 min walk • The Roman circus of Mérida is a ruined Roman circus in Mérida, Spain. Used for chariot racing, it was modelled on the Circus Maximus in Rome and other circus buildings throughout the empire. Measuring more than 400 m in length and 30 m of width, it is one of the best preserved examples of the Roman circus.
1.4 miSW
Monuments and statues
Equestrian statue of Augustus, Mérida
36 min walk • The equestrian statue of Augustus is a bronze statue of Augustus, the first Roman emperor, riding a horse. It dates from 2007 and is in Mérida, Spain, located on a roundabout at the intersection of the Avenida de Portugal and the Avenida Reina Sofía.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Roman Forum open?

Roman Forum is open:

Monday 8 am - 11 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 11 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 11 pm
Thursday 8 am - 11 pm
Friday 8 am - 11 pm
Saturday 8 am - 11 pm
Sunday 8 am - 11 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Roman Forum?

Nearby attractions include Museo Nacional de Arte Romano, Mérida (5 min walk), Basílica de Santa Eulalia, Mérida (5 min walk), Museo del Arte Visigodo, Mérida (6 min walk), Iglesia de Santa Clara, Mérida (6 min walk).

How to get to Roman Forum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Roman Forum:

Bus

Calle Almendralejo 78 • Lines: A1 (6 min walk)
Pza. Santo Domingo • Lines: A2, D (7 min walk)

Train

Mérida (9 min walk)