Explore the Map
Roman Theatre, Benevento
41.1307° N, 14.7719° E
About
The Roman Theatre (Italian: Teatro romano di Benevento) is an ancient Roman edifice in Benevento, southern Italy. It was built in the 2nd century by emperor Hadrian near the city's cardo maximus (126 AD). Abandoned in Lombard times, it is now surrounded by the medieval Rione (district) Triggio. The structures is still used for concerts, representations and other spectacles.
Historical Timeline
Journey through time and discover key events in this site's history
Abandonment during Lombard times
Construction under Hadrian
126 AD
18th-century chapel added
18th century
Archaeological Features
Unique architectural and cultural elements found at this historical site
Public and Civic Structures
Religious and Ritual Structures
Artistic and Decorative Features
Transportation and Communication Structures
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan Your Visit
Tours, travel arrangements, and practical information
More Sites in Italy
Hadrian's Villa
Roman imperial villa near Tivoli, 2nd century AD
Sinuessa
Roman coastal town ruins, Campania, Italy
Kaukana
Ancient Greek port and Roman-Byzantine harbour, Sicily
Terme della Rotonda (Catania)
Roman public baths and Byzantine church, Catania (1st–3rd c. CE)
Tauriana
Hellenistic–Roman town in Calabria
Akrai
Greek colony and archaeological site in southeastern Sicily