Teatro romano di Gubbio
Roman theatre of the 1st century BC on the edge of the centre of Gubbio, with an Antiquarium and a route to the Guastuglia archaeological area.
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About the museum
The theatre stands just outside the ancient walls of Gubbio, in the Guastuglia area, and is the most important building in the Roman quarter. It was built in the 1st century BC, with works completed between 55 and 27 BC; an inscription records the Augustan-era improvements promoted by the local magistrate Gnaeus Satrius Rufus. The building, about 70 metres wide and 12 metres high, has two tiers, and its cavea could hold about 6,000 spectators.
After the end of the empire the theatre suffered damage during the invasions and, in the Byzantine period, was probably converted into a fortified stronghold. In the 13th century a monastery was built on its ruins, which remained in use until the 16th century; later, some parts were occupied by houses. From 1789 onwards, excavations and restorations brought to light several mosaics and the best-preserved structures, such as the lower arches, the cavea and the stage building with its curved and rectangular niches.
Today the theatre once again hosts summer performances. The Antiquarium displays the finds recovered from the area, while the archaeological route connects the theatre to the nearby Guastuglia area, with its mosaic-decorated domus, and to the Mausoleum of Pomponius Grecinus. From October 2026, new excavation campaigns are under way in the green area behind the theatre.
Highlights
- Cavea seating more than 6,000
- Well-preserved lower arches and stage with niches
- Mosaics uncovered by excavations since 1789
- Antiquarium with finds from the area
- Route to the Guastuglia area and the Mausoleum of Pomponius Grecinus
Permanent exhibition
- Teatro Romano e Antiquarium – Visit to the Roman theatre and the finds in the Antiquarium, with a possible extension to the Guastuglia area.
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €3 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | €2 |
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The municipal website indicates that the entrance, toilet and car park are accessible by wheelchair.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
By car
- Accessible parking
Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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