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Full Roman Tour Merida
About this experience
We will start our visit in the cozy Villa of the Amphitheater, and enter its bedrooms and kitchens with colorful mosaics where lavish banquets were held. We will enter the best preserved Roman circus in Europe, with stands and paths prepared for the exciting quadrilateral races. In the Roman Baths, you can see how the numerous pools were heated or cooled through ovens and the incredible snow pit. In the Temple of Diana, we can participate in the religious sphere of worship of the gods and the emperor. We will walk through the remains of the Roman Forum, with artisan shops of terracotta and mosaic, typical of Merida. As we enter the amphitheater, we will experience the famous gladiatorial battles, fights with beasts and even ship battles. We will finish at the magnificent Teatro Romano de Mérida, where every summer we revive the spirit of classical theatre in a festival with renowned actors.
What to expect
Stop 1 · 30min
Visit the interior of a Roman villa, its bedrooms, dining rooms, kitchen and gardens.
Stop 2 · 10min
Take a close look at one of the four aqueducts in the Roman capital of Lusitania.
Stop 3 · 30min
Experience the spectacular quadriga races in the best preserved Roman circus in Spain
Stop 4 · 15min
Observe the three swimming pools of a Roman public bath complex and the operation of the water heating system. Enter the only Roman snow pit in Spain.
Stop 5 · 20min
Learn about the religious ceremonies of the Roman imperial cult and the goddess Diana, and check out the fascinating mix of Arab and Renaissance architecture in the palace inserted inside.
Stop 6 · 15min
Walk through the ancient Roman trade forum.
Stop 7 · 30min
Experience the famous gladiatorial struggles, learn about the types of combats, and go down to the lionboxes.
Stop 8 · 30min
Learn about the history of the best Spanish Roman theatre and its international classical theatre festival.
Stop 9 · 1h
Guests choosing the "Monuments + Museum" option will take an extra guided tour of the Mérida Archaeological Museum after a half-hour break. There you can learn about the fascinating artifacts found in the city’s many excavations.
What’s included
- Final gifts.
- Radio guides for all customers.
- Games and activities for children.
Not included
- Access ticket sold exclusively by the Archaeological Consortium of Merida
- Museum Ticket
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
Monuments option
Historical tour Duration: 3 hours Route through the monuments: Visit to the Villa, Circus, Bath, Temple, Amphitheater and Theatre.
Option Monuments + Museum
Visit to the Museum: Guests who choose this option will have an extra visit to the Museum from 13:00h to 14:00. Duration: 4 hours: At the end of the Tour of the monuments, after a half-hour break, there will be an Extra Visit to the Museum. Monuments + Museum: 9 : 30 - 12 : 30. Tour of the Monuments. 12 : 30 - 13 : 00. Rest. 13 : 00 - 14 : 00. Museum tour.
Meeting & pickup
- The guide will be in front of the house, wearing a hat.
The price of the tour does not include tickets to the monuments. They are usually purchased at the Temple of Diana on the same day as the tour, and consist of a joint ticket. That is, it is a ticket that gives entrance to all of Merida. The same joint ticket can be used by customers to visit other monuments of Merida before or after the tour, such as the Arab Alcazaba, Morerias, Casa del Mitreo or the Basilica of Santa Eulalia. This ticket is not for a single day, but can be used without an expiry date.
Before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.