Carnuntum Roman City Guided Tour

Carnuntum is the most important Roman archaeological site in Austria. By purchasing a ticket, you can treat yourself to a guided tour of great historical interest, as the city played a key role in the imperial era. An expert guide will tell you about the history of this place and the most important sites:

• Roman quarter - The first settlement that gave birth to the city. It consisted of several insulae (a kind of condominiums of the time) that housed soldiers and craftsmen.
• Amphitheatre - Located just outside the city, it is estimated to have held 13,000 spectators.
• Heidentor - Triumphal Arch probably built at the behest of Emperor Constantius II. Nicknamed the "Gate of the Pagans", it is the symbol of Carnuntum.
• School of Gladiators - The most important ever found outside Italy.

The archaeological park of Carnuntum dates back to the Roman Empire and became a very important city as it controlled the Danube trade routes. It was here that Septimius Severus was proclaimed emperor by his army. In 308 the city was also the site of the Conference of Carnunus, attended by Galerius, Maximian and Diocletian, in an attempt to resolve the crisis in the empire.

The ancient Roman city is easily accessible by car or train from Vienna or Bratislava. Those who choose the former can take advantage of ample free parking.