Maison Carree, Nimes

Roman temple in excellent condition in the centre of Nimes

Imprint: Updated 21 September 2023

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A very well preserved Roman temple in the heart of Nimes.

It acted as the economic and administrative centre of ancient Nimes when the area was in Roman hands. The building is inspired by the temples of Apollo and Mars Ultor in Rome. It has been in continuous use since the 11th century and is now a museum where visitors can watch a 3D film about its history.

The building is open every day and on the following dates / times.

January, February, November and December: 10:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 16:30.
March and October: 10:00 - 18:00 (closed from 13:00 to 14:00 in October)
April, May and September: 10:00 - 18:30
June : 10:00 - 19:00
July and August: 09:30 - 20:00

Directions

The Roman monuments of Nimes are 30 minutes from Pont du Gard, 45 minutes from the Roman Theatre of Orange, the Château des Baux and the Palais des Papes. By car : motorway A9 or A54 exit Nîmes then direction "city centre" and "Arena" by train: TGV station 5 minutes from the Bullring. By plane: Nîmes-Garons airport.

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