Top Things to do in Carthage
5 Ancient Ruins in Carthage That You Shouldn't Miss
With a history stretching back nearly three millennia, Carthage was once the heart of a powerful Mediterranean empire before being leveled by the Romans in the Third Punic War in 146 BC. It sprang from the ashes to become an important early Christian center before again being destroyed by Islamic invaders in the late 7th century. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Carthage is a short train ride from Tunis and has several interesting attractions, like the Punic port and the Carthage Museum.
Restaurants in Carthage
1. Baths of Antoninus
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4.5 based on 521 reviews
Reviewed By CarmenB400 - Bucharest, Romania
Truly impressive Roman baths, which can give a glimpse on the size and power of the Roman empire. Not to mention that the hot water was transported there through 139 km of pipes and viaducts from the city of Zaghouan. The site is very big and worth spending some time and the views are fabulous.
2. Site Archeologique de Carthage
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4.0 based on 902 reviews
An enormous amphitheater and a cave are among the attractions at these famous ruins. Admission to the ruins includes the excellent Carthage Museum.
Reviewed By wendysZ6122XL
I wrote a review under Carthage tours. This is worth seeing. You can hire a guide or walk yourself. There are some information signs. It's an amazing experience. This museum entry can be bought at the gate and includes multiple different sights. We purchased a taxi for a few hours and went to the sites we wanted to see. Only $12 TND.
3. The Roman Theatre of Carthage
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4.0 based on 127 reviews
Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia
This seems to be the most intact of the sites of Carthage. We enjoyed being the only visitors clambering around the amphitheatre.
4. Villas Romaines
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4.0 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By 63bobr - Belgrade, Serbia
This site is part of the ticket for 5 sites. I wanted to visit the museum but it was closed for renovation. This is one of the 3 sites I visited with the ticket and it was the best of the 3! Mosaics in the villas and in the tunnel were very very beautiful! Really a wonderful place to spend a lovely afternoon. If you get the ticket, do not miss this place!
