Roman Theater

This is one of the more popular historical sites in Amman, built during the reign of Antoninus Pius, around the 2nd century AD, in the heart of the lower city of Amman. On the hills to the north of it used to be a cemetery. This Roman theater can accommodate 6,000 people. There is a small square in front of the theater, where various events are sometimes held. In the evening, many couples come here to date, chat, skateboard, etc. The stage inside the Roman Theater, where there are performances in summer. There are two museums on either side of the amphitheatre, which house traditional clothing and costumes as well as some mosaics.