Kairouan Holy City and El Jem Colosseum Tour from Sousse
Overview
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8 hours
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The past is part of the landscape in Tunisia and nowhere more so than Kairouan – the country's holiest city – and the Roman amphitheater of El Djem.
You'll kick off the tour in the walled city of Kairouan. Protected by sandstone walls, the medina offers quiet narrow streets, whitewashed houses with brightly painted shutters, and brick-laid archways, perfect for exploring. Kairouan's unmissable Great Mosque is considered one of the finest examples of Islamic architecture in the region. As well as the mosque's splendid interior, the complex also features a large prayer hall, a courtyard, and a minaret. Another important site in Kairouan is the Sidi Sahbi mausoleum, a significant site for Muslims around the world and known for its beautiful tilework and stucco decorations.
Next, there's a stop for lunch before visiting El Djem amphitheater, the third-largest built by the Romans. During its heyday, up to 35,000 spectators would pack its steep stands to watch gladiatorial fights.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Entrance fees for El Jem Amphitheatre, including access to the Colosseum and Museum
Discover the city with a local expert guide
Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off included
Enjoy a delicious and varied buffet lunch
Drinks
What To Expect
The Great Mosque of Kairouan
This architectural masterpiece is one of the oldest and most significant Islamic monuments in North Africa, renowned for its serene courtyards and towering minaret.
Mosque Sidi Sahbi (Mosque of the Barber)
This beautifully decorated Tunisian Zaouia is dedicated to one of the Prophet Muhammad’s companions and is a revered religious site located just outside the ancient medina of Kairouan.
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Kairouan Holy City and El Jem Colosseum Tour from Sousse
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Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Alot to do
Marjory M,
Apr 2, 2025
- Viator
3.00Tour guide imformative Not much time in places Carpet shop visit which is not on the agenda Long day
Great day out
charanprite d,
Dec 28, 2024
- Viator
5.00Loved it! Beautiful sights, really insightful, very educational and learned at lot about Tunisia. Highly recommended.
A great day out
Terence B,
Dec 27, 2024
- Viator
5.00The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. The places we visited were fascinating. The one thing I was perplexed with and they was the lack of non-Muslims not being allowed into the mosque. Strange given the Blue Mosque in Istanbul welcomes all to enjoy and pray in their amazing building. El Jem is fascinating. The architecture at a time of limited tools shows how talented these people were. Lunch was provided. It was tasty and plentiful. A memorable day was had by all.
Great experience!
Liam A,
Dec 11, 2024
- Viator
5.00The guide Faris, was super knowledgeable, friendly and charismatic. He helped us understand the history of Kairouan, El Jem, and Tunisia as a whole. I definitely enjoyed the day and got my money's worth
A jam packed day
Clare P,
Dec 4, 2024
- Viator
4.00The guide was very knowledgeable and kind. He talked about the general history of Tunisia, as well as the specific places of Kairouan and El Jem. We were given time on our own in the museum and at the amphitheatre at El Jem. No real downsides to the trip, maybe some more time walking in the Medina in Kairouan but it was already a full day.
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