Apparently this theatre was a big deal as far back as 4th century BC during Greek rule, and certainly during 1st century BC during Roman rule. It could apparently hold up to 5000 spectators. Nero is said to have performed on its stage. The remains you see today though are from reconstruction efforts during the 1st and 2nd centuries AD. Flooding and junking of the interiors in later centuries. Now partially excavated, the theatre is a haunting site. It has to be accessed from a house in Vico Cinquesanti. Visits are by guided tour only.

• Groups of minimum 10 required for tour.

• Students: €8 
• Children aged 5 to 10 years: €6
• Free for under 5.

• English tours: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm
• Italian tours: Depart every hour from 10am-6pm.

• Subway L2 stop Cavour.
• Buses 147, 182, 184, 201, 584, N4 stop Piazza Cavour.
• Buses E1, E2 stop Duomo-settembrini.

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