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Why go
- Part of Tarragona’s UNESCO World Heritage archaeological ensemble.
- One of the best-preserved Roman circuses, partly beneath 19th-century buildings.
- An ancient racing venue measuring about 325 metres long and 115 metres wide.
Opening hours
Today09:30 – 21:00Show all
Don't miss
- Triumphal gateSee the preserved triumphal gate and much of the original seating.Eastern end of the circus.
- Interior vaultsExplore several surviving vaults that once supported the upper seating.Inside the circus.
Know before you go
- Admission includes the nearby Torre del Pretori.
Tips for your visit
- Only part of the ancient circus survives; the visit includes some basement passages and vaults.
Best time to visit
- The site is open Monday to Saturday, 09:30–21:00, and Sunday, 09:30–14:00.
Interesting facts5
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Seating ran along three sides, with the starting gates on the fourth.
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A podium wall over two metres high protected spectators from accidents in the arena.
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Archaeologists found the starting gates beneath today’s Ajuntament de Tarragona building.
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The central divider was decorated with marble and mosaics.
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23,000 spectators
The circus could hold 23,000 spectators.
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History
The annual provincial council promoted its construction. Later buildings incorporated the original structures, helping preserve them within Tarragona’s city centre.
- Late 1st centuryBuilt under Emperor Domitian as the lower terrace of Tarraco’s provincial monumental complex.
- Mid-5th centuryThe arena and surrounding vaults were converted into homes as the city contracted.
How to get there
- On footThe circus is at Rambla Vella, 2, Tarragona.
Sources: Circo romano de Tarraco - Wikipedia · Tarragona - Wikivoyage (see) · Circ romà · Circ romà · Cirque de Tarragone - Wikipedia · checked 11 Oct 2026
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Questions and answers
How many horses pulled the chariots at Circ Roma?
Teams raced with two or four horses.
Did Circ Roma host entertainment besides chariot races?
Yes. The circus also hosted theatrical games.
Where was the presidential box at Circ Roma?
Near the middle of the northern long side, connected to buildings of the provincial forum.
Who signalled the start of races at Circ Roma?
The games’ organiser gave the signal from a reserved terrace above the starting gates.
Who judged the races at Circ Roma?
Race officials monitored the drivers and finishing order from a reserved stand.
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