Römerstadt Carnuntum
Museum
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Description
Immerse yourself in the world of the Romans and experience how 1,700 years of ancient history come alive again in the Roman city of Carnuntum. The past begins here.
A visit to Carnuntum makes the Ancient Roman period come to life. The region boasts architectural masterpieces, romantic ruins and precious treasures — and all this is just a half hour drive from Vienna and Bratislava. This fascinating chapter in history has never been so accessible!
ROMAN CITY QUARTER
In the reconstructed Roman city quarter you are literally a guest in the Romans‘ living rooms. All buildings have been re-erected in their original locations, giving a glimpse into Roman society. Together with decorative details and furniture a unique time frame to this epoch has thus been opened.
CARNUNTINUM MUSEUM
The Museum Carnuntinum is the treasure house of the Roman City Carnuntum and possesses the most important collection of Roman Carnuntum. The temporary exhibition „Rome’s Eagle“ focusses on the Roman army and shows valuable exhibits from over 400 years of Romans in the Carnuntum area.
AMPHITHEATRE MILITARY CIT
The Amphitheatre was erected as a wooden construction in the first century AD and was rebuilt in stone at the beginning of the second century AD. An exhibition at the amphitheatre gives you a glimpse behind the scenes of the Roman gladiator contests.