Museo del Teatro de Caesaraugusta — Attraction in Zaragoza

Wonderful piece of history, Beautifully reserved and offers a great deal of insight to not only the Roman history of the site, but also the work that went in to the excavation s and archeological discoveries that led to the site becoming the museum that now stands.

The museum building itself holds a detailed account of the technological feats achieved during the period of the Amphitheatre's use. There is also an offhand short film showcasing the work and poeple involved with uncovering and preserving the great structure found.

The only negative thing to say is that the shop is near non-existent and that some of the presentation feels a little dated.

But the Amphitheatre itself is a stunning and must see for anyone interested in Roman history and...

After the Aljafería Palace, I’d suggest this is the other “must visit” site in Zaragoza. The ruins are spectacular, and their setting really shows them off well; the site is an outstanding example of how well archeological remains can be presented in a busy city-centre location. The site museum presents both artefacts and site context clearly and well. If you’re pushed for time time then drop in for 20 minutes (it always seemed quiet to us, both when visiting and when passing by) - otherwise, how long you “need” will depend on how much information you...

The museum, which opened in 2003, displays the remains of the ancient Roman theater along with various archaeological artifacts and models from that time. It offers a glimpse into the city of Caesaraugusta, an important city in the Hispania Citerior Tarraconensis province of the Roman Empire. The history of the Roman theater dates back to the 1st century AD and is considered one of the largest in the province. The remains were discovered in 1972, thanks to a neighbor who alerted the local newspaper about the archaeological site during...