Audio Guide of Amphitheatre of Pompeii

The Amphitheatre of Pompeii is located within the Archaeological Park of Pompeii. Opening hours vary by season, but it is generally open from 9:00 to 19:00 (last entry at 17:30) from April to October, and from 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry at 15:30) from November to March. You can access it with the general admission ticket to Pompeii. I suggest checking the most up-to-date details on the official Pompeii website.

The Amphitheatre is included in the general admission ticket for the Archaeological Park of Pompeii. There is no separate individual fee just for the Amphitheatre. Prices vary, but a full adult ticket usually costs around 18 to 22 euros. You can see the exact prices and buy your tickets online in the ticket section of the official website, which will help you save time.

Although the Amphitheatre itself can be explored in about 30 to 45 minutes, it is part of the vast Pompeii complex. I recommend allowing at least 3 to 4 hours to tour all of Pompeii, so you can enjoy the Amphitheatre at a relaxed pace as well as the rest of the impressive ruins.

The Amphitheatre of Pompeii is the oldest surviving Roman stone amphitheatre, dating to around 80 BC. It is crucial for understanding the culture of gladiatorial spectacles and leisure in the early Roman world, and its incredible state of preservation offers us a direct window into life more than 2,000 years ago.

Ideally, you should visit Pompeii—and therefore the Amphitheatre—early in the morning, right at opening time, or later in the afternoon to avoid the biggest crowds and the intense heat, especially in the summer months. Spring (April-May) and autumn (September-October) are the best seasons because of the weather and the lower number of tourists.

Within the vast Pompeii site, accessibility is a challenge because of the cobblestones and uneven surfaces. However, the Archaeological Park has implemented an accessible route called 'Pompeii for All' that includes some important areas, although direct access to the interior of the Amphitheatre for wheelchairs may be limited. It is recommended to contact them directly for specific information at +39 081 8575 347.

Absolutely. The Amphitheatre is only a small part of the ruins of Pompeii. Within the same archaeological site, you can visit the House of the Faun, the Forum, the temples, the baths, and Via dell'Abbondanza. Outside Pompeii, a short distance away, you have Mount Vesuvius and the ruins of Herculaneum.

Bring comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and a bottle of water, as the site is large and there is little shade. Consider hiring an audio guide or a local guide to enrich your experience (our iAudioguia would be perfect for this). And don’t forget to plan your route in advance so you don’t miss anything.