Roman Theatre of Orange
Orange, France
A Roman theatre whose stage wall still stands at full height, one of the best preserved in Europe, still used for concerts and opera. Shade is scarce in the seating, so bring a hat in summer.
Orange was founded in 35 BC as the Roman colony of Arausio, and major monuments were built here under Emperor Augustus. The theatre leans against the Saint-Eutrope hill and seated about 10,000 spectators. Its stage wall is 37 m high and is regarded as the best preserved of any Roman theatre in western Europe; the theatre has been part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981. A 3.55 m statue of Augustus stands in the central niche.
Thanks to the surviving wall, the acoustics are outstanding; a modern glass roof protects the wall. The Chorégies d'Orange, a festival of opera and classical music, has been held here since 1869. Visitors receive free audio guides in ten languages; the site is open all year with varying hours. In summer a hat is a good idea on the tiers of seating.
- Nearest town
- Orange, France
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 44.1305, 4.8079
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- France: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autoroutes; the limit drops to 110 km/h in rain. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
Nearby
Campsites nearby
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- Camping de l'HéreinCampsite22 km from Roman Theatre of OrangeTentsCaravansMotorhomesShowersToiletsDogs allowedWi-Fi
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FAQs
Where is Roman Theatre of Orange?
Roman Theatre of Orange is in Orange, France, at GPS 44.1305, 4.8079. It is about 19 km from Séguret.
Can you camp near Roman Theatre of Orange?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Le lavandin, about 2 km away; within 25 km there are 82 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Roman Theatre of Orange?
Places worth a stop nearby: Dentelles de Montmirail (17 km), Palais des Papes (20 km), Roman Vaison (25 km) and Pont du Gard (30 km).
When is the best time to visit Roman Theatre of Orange?
The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)