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Nîmes
Some of the best-preserved Roman sights are located in Nîmes, giving it the nickname "Rome of France."
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Les Arônes de Nîmes
+33 04 66 76 22 95
Apr, May and Sep 9am-6:30pm; Jun-Aug 9am-7:30pm;
Mar and Oct 9am-6pm; Nov-Feb 9:30am-5pm
The Amphitheater is a miniature of the Coliseum in Rome. Built to hold over 20,000 spectators for chariot races and gladiator contests. Today it's used for musical performances and bullfights.
La Maison Carée
+33 04 66 36 26 76
Apr, May and Sep 10am-7pm; Jun-Jul 10am-7:30pm;
Nov-Feb 10am-1pm/ 2pm-5pm; Mar and Oct 10am-6:30pm
A small Roman temple modeled after the Temple of Apollo was built circa 19 BC. It is one of the best-preserved Roman temples anywhere.
Le Carré d'Art
16 Place de la Maison Carrée
3031 Nîmes, France
+33 04 66 76 35 80
Tue-Sat 11am-6pm; Apr-Sep 10am-6pm;
Closed Mondays, Jan 1st , May 1st, Dec 25th
Modern art complex