Roman theatre

The ancient theatre of Orange, a Roman jewel

Behind a spectacular stage wall thirty-seven metres high hides the ancient theatre of Orange, one of the best preserved in the world. The Orange audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this exceptional Roman monument, inscribed on the World Heritage list.

A remarkably preserved Roman theatre

Built under the reign of the emperor Augustus, the ancient theatre of Orange is famous for its immense stage wall, thirty-seven metres high, the best preserved in the Roman world. Designed to welcome the Gallo-Roman public, it was restored in the nineteenth century and regained its cultural vocation. Inscribed on the World Heritage list, it today hosts great shows and remains the jewel of Orange.

What to see

You admire the immense stage wall, the tiers, the statue of the emperor Augustus in its niche and the exceptional acoustics of the place. Still alive, the ancient theatre hosts great shows. It is the unmissable stop of Orange, one of the best-preserved Roman theatres in the world.

Practical information

The ancient theatre lies in the heart of Orange, reachable on foot. The visit has a fee and follows its own hours, which vary with the season; the monument may be closed during the preparation of shows. It is best to check the arrangements before coming.

Why is the ancient theatre of Orange famous?

For its immense stage wall of thirty-seven metres, the best preserved in the Roman world; built under Augustus, it is inscribed on the World Heritage list.

Where is the ancient theatre of Orange?

In the heart of Orange, at the foot of the Saint-Eutrope hill.