Landmark
Chester Roman Amphitheatre
Some booking links are affiliate links. If you book through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We never let this influence which places we recommend.
Chester Roman Amphitheatre is the largest uncovered Roman amphitheater in Britain, dating from the 1st century AD. Originally used for entertainment, including gladiatorial combat and military training, the site now offers a fascinating glimpse into Roman Britain. Visitors can walk around the excavated remains, view interpretive panels explaining its history, and see the outline of the arena and seating areas. The amphitheater is located just outside the city walls, near the River Dee, and is free to explore at any time.
Don't miss
- Stand in the center of the arena and imagine the roar of the crowd during Roman games
- Read the interpretive panels that explain the amphitheater's construction and use
- Combine your visit with a walk along the adjacent Roman walls and the nearby Grosvenor Museum
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Chester Roman Amphitheatre
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inHaunted Chester and its Ghosts: A Self-Guided Walking Tour4.8★ · 20 travelers1–2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$9 per personSee dates →
Most bookedColosseum Arena Floor, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Tour4.3★ · 9,449 travelers~3 hoursFrom$34 per personSee dates →
Top ratedChester Food Tour: Unique Food With Drinks & Sightseeing5★ · 206 travelers~5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$117 per personSee dates →More attractions in Chester
