Experts' Choice Award Roman Theatre
What the experts agree on
Amman's remarkably preserved Roman Theatre stands as one of the Middle East's most impressive ancient ruins, impressively intact and centrally located. Experts recommend combining a visit with the scenic uphill walk to the Citadel for authentic
Afar Magazine "This one of the biggest roman theaters that I have ever visited, I recommend to do the hike from here to the citadel will go through small streets and see what people do on their everyday life" Full review
Frommer's "The most spectacular and intact ruin in Jordan, and the heart of ancient Philadelphia, the Roman Amphitheater is at the very center of the crowded city—physically and historically" Full review
New York Times "The ancient Roman Theater was built to seat 6,000, with about 100 steps to the top, where hoi polloi once took in the show"
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National Geographic "Amazingly well preserved and still a working venue, it's well worth the steep climb to the top of the stands for a second-century view of the old city"
Rough Guide "The beautifully preserved 2nd-century Roman Theatre is within walking distance from the centre, which can be safely explored on foot"
National Geographic "Farther down the hill, the impressive second-century Roman Theater, the center of ancient Philadelphia (Amman's one-time moniker), is carved into the ridge"
National Geographic "The beautifully preserved, ancient Roman ruins such as the Roman Theatre in the bustling capital of Amman are worth exploring further along the King's Highway"
