Roman Theatre of Málaga, at Gibralfaro’s Foot beside the Alcazaba
The Roman Theatre of Málaga is the most significant remnant of Roman Malaca. Built at the foot of Mount Gibralfaro next to the iconic Alcazaba, its stone tiers still echo ancient spectacles.
Construction & Use
Commissioned by Emperor Augustus in the 1st c. BCE, it remained active until the 3rd c. CE. Later repurposed for workshops and tombs, its stones were reused in building the Alcazaba walls.
Rediscovery & Excavations
Hidden under later buildings, it was unearthed in 1951 during Cultural House works. Major excavations and restorations followed in the 1990s.
Interpretation Center
Adjacent museum space immerses visitors in 1st c. CE life via audiovisuals and original finds, explaining stagecraft, architecture, and amphitheater culture.
Visitor Info
- Address: Paseo de Reding, at the base of the Alcazaba.
- Hours: Tue–Sun 9:00–20:00; closed Mon.
- Admission: free access to ruins and Interpretation Center.
- Accessibility: adapted for reduced mobility.
Walk the millennia-old tiers of the Roman Theatre, imagine its performances, and discover how Roman Málaga still stages history.
How to get there
Decimal: 36.721111°, -4.416667°
DMS: 36°43'16" N, 4°25'00" O
