Amphithéâtre

Amphitheater Arles, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France

What to expect

The Arles Amphitheatre, also known as the Arènes d'Arles, is a Roman amphitheatre in Arles, southern France. Built in 90 AD, it is one of the most prominent tourist attractions in the city and could hold over 20,000 spectators. The amphitheatre features 120 arches, an oval arena surrounded by terraces, arcades on two levels, and a system of galleries. It was used for chariot races, gladiatorial contests, and hunting scenes. After the fall of the Western Empire, it became a shelter for the population and was transformed into a fortress with four towers. Today, it is a popular venue for bullfighting, plays, and concerts. The amphitheatre has undergone restoration work and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Plan your family visit to the Amphithéâtre with these blog insights 👇

Arles, ancient city in Provence " Veni, Vidi, Happy " // As a bonus, a geoguide to win !

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Amphithéâtre, a large ancient Roman theater

Highlights: We were amazed by the size and history of the amphitheater ✨

Arles with children - an arena with bulls and an ancient ship

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Arènes d'Arles and watched a bull race

Highlights: The kids enjoyed the bull race and the parents were impressed by the skill of the participants ✨

Visiting Arles with family: 10 things to see

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Arènes d'Arles and walked around the arena. We climbed the stairs and saw the towers. The kids enjoyed the visit

Highlights: The kids enjoyed the visit, but we found it less attractive than the Arènes de Nîmes ✨