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Walk Tarragona’s Roman Wall and Gardens: ancient towers, scenic viewpoints, landscaped paths and historic fortifications. Includes opening hours, tickets and visitor tips
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About Tarragona Roman Wall & Gardens (archaeological walk)
The Passeig Arqueològic follows one of the best‑preserved stretches of the ancient Roman walls of Tarraco, forming a one‑kilometre archaeological walk around the edge of Tarragona’s old town. The route runs between the original Roman wall and the later outer countermure, passing through landscaped gardens and alongside medieval and early‑modern fortifications. Along the way, visitors encounter key defensive structures such as the Minerva Tower and the Arquebisbe Tower.
The Roman wall was the first major construction undertaken by the Romans after establishing their military base on this hilltop. The earliest defences were wooden, but between 217 and 197 BC the first stone wall was built using large, uneven blocks reinforced with towers at strategic points. These walls stood around 6 metres high and 4.5 metres thick, forming the nucleus of what would become the provincial capital of Tarraco.
Most scholars agree that between 150 and 125 BC the wall underwent a major expansion, increasing in height, width and overall length. This enlarged circuit enclosed the growing Roman city all the way to the port and incorporated internal living spaces along the protected side of the wall.
Although the wall no longer encircles the entire historic centre, substantial sections survive. The most impressive remains stretch from behind the cathedral to the Portal de Roser, including three towers and long stretches of Roman masonry. The outer side of the wall is now a landscaped public garden offering a peaceful walking route with views across Tarragona and the inland hills.
The walls visible today also include additions from the 16th and 18th centuries, when the city reinforced its defences with bastions, a false countermure and small external forts. As you walk the archaeological route, the Roman wall rises on one side while later medieval and early‑modern fortifications — including cannons — line the other, illustrating the site’s long military history.
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Visiting Tarragona Roman Wall & Gardens (archaeological walk)
The Roman Wall and Gardens (Passeig Arqueològic) form part of the Museu d’Història de Tarragona (MHT) collection, so entry requires either a single‑site ticket or the MHT combined pass. The ticket office is located just inside the entrance arch. Reduced prices are available for seniors (65+), students and children. For details on the MHT multipass, see the Tarragona overview page’s #tickets section.
The route follows a one‑kilometre landscaped walkway between the Roman wall and the later outer fortifications. Half way along the path you will find the Centre d'Interpretació de les Fortificacions de Tarragona, a small interpretation centre with photographic displays and toilet facilities.
Tarragona Roman Wall and Gardens Opening Hours
Summer: 1 April – 30 September
- Tuesday to Friday: 09:00 – 20:30
- Saturday: 09:00 – 18:30
- Sunday & Public Holidays: 09:00 – 14:30
- Closed: Mondays and 5 April
- Open mornings only: 1 May, 24 June, 19 August, 11 September, 23 September
Winter: 1 October – 31 March
- Tuesday to Friday: 09:00 – 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 – 18:30
- Sunday & Public Holidays: 09:00 – 14:30
- Closed: Mondays, 24–26 December, 31 December, 1 January, 6 January, 1 November
- Open mornings only: 12 October, 6 December, 8 December
Free Entry: International Museum Day (May), 19 August, 18 September, 23 September, 8–10 October, and the last Tuesday of January, February, March, May, October, November and December.
Access closes 30 minutes before the official closing time.
Accessibility for Tarragona Roman Wall & Gardens (archaeologic walk)
The paths through the Roman Wall and Gardens follow a series of ramps and gently sloping walkways. The entrance area includes several short ramped sections with small steps, so visitors with reduced mobility may find certain parts of the route challenging.
There are no bicycle anchorage points near the entrance to the Passeig Arqueològic.
Large rucksacks and bulky bags are not permitted inside the Roman Wall and Gardens, and there is no storage area at reception. I was allowed to enter with my small 10L daypack, but larger backpacks will need to be left elsewhere.
There is no audio guide service, but clear information panels are placed at key points along the route to explain the Roman walls, towers and later fortifications.
Tarragona Roman Wall & Gardens (archaeological walk) Summary of Prices
Train/Bus Fare
Entry Ticket
Additional Information
Train/Bus Fare
Entry Ticket
Additional Information
Adult
€ 16.10
€ 3.30
Students, Over 65 years, 1.70 Euros
Child
€ 16.10
FREE
For under 16 Years
Group/Family Ticket?
See Website.
Notes
Combined ticket for all MHT 11.05 Euros.
Getting to Tarragona Roman Wall & Gardens (archaeological walk)
Address: Passeig Arqueologic S/N, Tarragona, 43003
For detailed directions, see the #getting to section of the Tarragona overview page, which explains how to reach Tarragona by train, car or bus.
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