The Roman Amphitheatre is one of the most significant monuments of the ancient city of Catania. It was constructed around the mid-2nd century AD, presumably during the reigns of Emperors Hadrian and Antoninus Pius.
As the largest amphitheatre in Sicily, it ranks among the great structures of antiquity, alongside the Colosseum, the Capua Amphitheatre, and the Verona Arena. In its prime, it could accommodate 15,000 seated spectators.
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Opening days
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Open daily, Monday through Sunday.
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Opening times
April 1st – October 31st
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Monday – Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Last Admission: 6:30 PM
November 1st – March 31st
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Monday – Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Last Admission: 4:30 PM
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Closing
December 25th (Christmas Day).
- Web Anfiteatro Romano di Catania
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Info Reservation
TICKETS & ADMISSION
(Official Portal: musei.comune.catania.it)
Full Price: €4.00
Reduced Price: €3.00
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Groups: Over 10 participants.
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University Students: Under 26 years of age (valid student ID/record book required).
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Seniors: Over 65s.
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Military Personnel.
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Local Residents: Residents of the Municipality of Catania.
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Families: Minimum 2 adults + 2 children (over 10 years old).
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Youth (11–18 years): On the first Sunday of every month.
School Groups: €2.00
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Applies to school trips, specific municipal initiatives, FAI Days, and "Night of Museums" events.
Free Admission:
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Visitors with Disabilities and their companions.
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Museum Professionals: Directors and curators of Italian and international museums, galleries, and art institutes.
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Ministry Officials: Staff in management roles at the Ministry of Culture.
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Journalists: Registered members of the Press Association (Order of Journalists).
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Tourism Professionals: Licensed Tour Guides and Interpreters (when assisting a guide).
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ICOM Members.
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Children: Under 10 years of age.
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Teachers: When accompanying school groups.
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Academic Research: Visitors with documented study or research requirements.
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Dignitaries: State and political officials on official representation.
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Located in Piazza Stesicoro, only a small portion of the amphitheatre is visible today—the north-western section, representing approximately one-tenth of the original structure. This is due to the encroachment of buildings erected during the 18th and 19th centuries. Following the devastating earthquake of 1693, the site was almost entirely buried. It was during the 18th century that the Prince of Biscari excavated an entire corridor and four large arches of the outer gallery. The site was officially reopened to the public on July 3, 2024, under a new management partnership between the Municipality of Catania and the Regional Archaeological Park.
Where
Piazza Stesicoro Catania (CT)
