Arènes de Nîmes
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Why go
- The reliefs of Romulus and Remus, gladiators, and two bulls above the main gate.
- The 68-by-38-metre central arena inside the 133-by-101-metre oval.
- The statue of matador Christian Montcouquiol, known as Nimeño II, at the entrance.
Plan your visit
Opening times
Prices
From the venue's website · checked 27 Oct 2026
The hall
- Current seats
- 13,000
- Original capacity
- 24,000 spectators across 34 rows and 60 sections
Tickets and box office
- Tickets are sold online through the venue’s website.
- The venue describes its ticket office as an information service.
- For information, call 04 66 21 82 56.
Interesting facts2
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Stone projections at the top of the façade once anchored masts for a canopy over the seating.
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Two underground galleries served as backstage passages for performers and equipment.
Arènes de Nîmes - Wikipedia
Shorts
History
A settlement with churches, houses and a small castle grew inside it. Festival de Nîmes has been held here each summer since 1997.
- 90 CEConstruction began to host entertainment for the people of the colony of Nemausus.
- 404After gladiator fights were banned, the Visigoths turned the arena into a fortress.
- Middle AgesA fortified settlement inside included two churches, 220 houses and a small castle.
- 1786Demolition began on the houses built inside the arena.
- 1863The arena was cleared and converted into a bullring.
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- 1997Festival de Nîmes began its annual summer run at the arena.
Accessibility
- Step-free entry Visitors with reduced mobility can use a dedicated route on the ground floor.
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- Website
- arenes-nimes.com/
- Phone
- 04 66 21 82 56
Questions and answers
How much are tickets to Arenes de Nimes?
Adult admission is €15; admission for ages 7–17 is €11.
What are Arenes de Nimes’ opening hours?
In June, it is open 09:00–19:00. In September, it is open 09:30–19:00.
Can children visit Arenes de Nimes?
Yes. Ages 7–17 pay €11, and the app includes puzzle trails, memory games and quizzes for younger visitors.
Can I buy tickets online for Arenes de Nimes?
Yes. Tickets are sold through the venue’s website.
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