A significant restoration project is underway at the Roman Amphitheater in Cartagena, Spain, awarded to Construcciones María García Martínez SL. With a budget of €2,332,859 (including VAT), the project focuses on the comprehensive recovery, rehabilitation, and enhancement of the northwestern quadrant, the main facade, and the double ring of the southeastern quadrant of the bullring [10].
The restoration, spanning three years with substantial investment in 2026, includes archaeological excavation and conservation in the northwestern quadrant [10]. A new excavation area between the concentric walls of the bullring will document ancient structures [10]. This intervention aims to consolidate existing walls and restore the facade of the bullring, originally built in 1854 [10].
Archaeologists are particularly interested in the north side of the southwest access to the Roman building, near Gisbert Street, due to its proximity to the first tier of seating and the dividing corridor [10]. Excavations in this area may reveal a new vaulted chamber accessible from the outside through an arch [10]. The Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda's investment in the monument exceeds €3.8 million, funded through its own credits and 2% Cultural funds [10]. This restoration seeks to integrate the remains into the urban environment, ensuring preservation and educational use [8].