Top Things to do in Tunis Governorate
Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Tunis Governorate, Tunis Governorate
Discover the best top things to do in Tunis Governorate, Tunisia including Mosquee El-Ahmadi, Palace Dar Nejma Ezzahra, Baths of Antoninus, Dar Lasram, North Africa American Cemetery and Memorial, Centro storico, Centre des Musiques Arabes et Mediterraneennes, Marche central de Tunis, Fondouk El Ghala, The doors of the medina, Medina of Tunis.
Restaurants in Tunis Governorate
1. Mosquee El-Ahmadi
2. Palace Dar Nejma Ezzahra
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 162 reviews
The home of Baron Rodolphe d'Erlanger, who was responsible for the blue and white color scheme of the town.
Reviewed By CarmenB400 - Bucharest, Romania
Le Palais du Baron D'Erlanger is an absolute gem and worth visiting. The outside architecture is simple and clean, with the emblematic white and blue color scheme of Sidi Bou Said, while the interior is beautifully luxuriant. The eye-catching plasterwork and amazing views over the sea is a heath taking mix. The views are among the best ever.
3. Baths of Antoninus
Overall Ratings
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.
4. Dar Lasram
5. North Africa American Cemetery and Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Open Hours: Monday-Friday 09:00-16:00. Closed on Weekends The 27-acre North Africa American Cemetery and Memorial in Tunisia is the finally resting place for 2,841 of America's military fallen, their headstones set in straight lines subdivided into nine rectangular plots by wide paths, with decorative pools at their intersections. Along the southeast edge of the burial area, bordering the tree-lined terrace leading to the memorial is the Wall of the Missing which contain 3,724 names. Most honored here lost their lives in World War II in military activities ranging from North Africa to the Persian Gulf. The chapel and the memorial court, which contain large maps in mosaic and ceramic depicting the operations and supply activities of American forces across Africa to the Persian Gulf, were designed to harmonize with local architecture. The chapel interior is decorated with polished marble, flags and sculpture.
Reviewed By wrappen
The reason for my trip to Tunisia is that my grandfather is buried in the cemetery, and I've always wanted to visit. The second in my family to do so since he was interred at the end of the war (my grandmother, being the first, in 1966), I wasn't sure what to expect. The Superintendent, Ryan, and his associate, Atef, were amazing. A tour of the cemetery, with notes and backup stories, an explanation of what US servicemen and women were doing in the region, obvious care and interest in their job and in giving due respect and honor to the dead - all greatly appreciated, making me feel that my grandfather has and will continue to be appreciated for his service, long after we, his descendants, pass on. It's a worthy tribute in these rather troubled times, to see that those who were brave, honorable people doing what they believed right, are treated in dignity and peace. Thank you, Ryan, Thank you Atef, for a day I will remember a long time.
6. Centro storico
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 517 reviews
Reviewed By Q384TZracheld - Quebec City, Canada
We spent an entire day walking around in Sidi Bou Said. There are vendors and boutiques everywhere. When we got hungry or thirsty we would stop in a restaurant which all had amazing views. The quality of food and service was good, but very different then anything I had ever eaten.
7. Centre des Musiques Arabes et Mediterraneennes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By michele359 - Monteriggioni, Italy
What is today the Centre of Arab and Mediterranean Music was till some 30 years ago the palatial residence of a wealthy French family. The palace was built by Baron D'Erlanger in the outskirts of Sidi Bou Said, as a luxurious Andalusian home facing the sea and the plains around Tunis. Whether you are interested in music and instruments or not, the place deserves a visit for the affluence and the refinement of it interior, that draws inspiration from the Alhambra Palace in Granada - an Arabic dream of high class.The gardens that surround the Palace are rich in flowers and trees and enjoy a beautiful view.
8. Marche central de Tunis, Fondouk El Ghala
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia
It was fun to explore the fabulous fresh produce and spice section of the central market, especially when it was such a hassle free experience.
9. The doors of the medina
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4.5 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia
The yellow, blue and green doors are beautiful and many are quite intricately decorated. They add to the atmosphere of the medina.
10. Medina of Tunis
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,756 reviews
The city’s old quarter hearkens back to the opulence once prevalent from the 12th to the 16th century.
Reviewed By Ironsides2014 - Gladstone, United States
This was truly an Amazing place. So much to witness and experience in one place. You see narrow streets, mosques, historic buildings, vendors with food, jewelry, carpets and much more. You can go to the rooftop and view lots of the area. Highly recommend.
