Archaeological Site of Itálica

Itálica was the first Roman city founded in Hispania, in 206 BC, and the birthplace of emperors Trajan and Hadrian. Today you explore it outdoors in Santiponce, about 9 km from Seville: cobbled streets, houses with mosaics and, above all, its amphitheatre, one of the largest in the Roman Empire, with a capacity of around 25,000 spectators.

It’s a long walk with little shade: bring water, a hat and comfortable footwear, especially in the hotter months.

Visit Itálica

• Free admission for European Union citizens (with ID or passport); €1.50 for others.
• Autumn and winter hours (16 September to 31 March): Tuesday to Saturday 9:00–18:00; Sundays and holidays 9:00–15:00. Mondays closed.
• Closed on 1 and 6 January, 1 May, and 24, 25 and 31 December.
• How to reach it: M-170A and M-170B buses from the Consorcio from Plaza de Armas station (every 30 minutes on weekdays) or by car via the A-66 (Santiponce exit).