Tunis Medina & Bardo Museum Guided Tour

Embark on a captivating exploration of Tunis's rich past with this guided excursion, where you will uncover its Roman influences at the Bardo Museum and wander through one of the most well-preserved Medinas globally.

Tunis Medina & Bardo Museum Guided Tour

Upon your hotel pickup in Tunis, you will be transported to the Bardo National Museum, situated in a neighborhood with the same name on the city's outskirts. This museum, which exhibits Tunisia's extensive history through a variety of archaeological displays, is lauded as one of the premier museums in the Mediterranean and also ranks among the finest in Africa.

As you enter this 15th-century former royal palace, your guide will navigate you through the most extraordinary and significant artistic treasures on display. A highlight of the Bardo Museum is its stunning collection of Roman mosaics sourced from across Tunisia, recognized as one of the finest preserved and most exquisite collections of its kind worldwide.

Your journey will take you through time as you admire the diverse artifacts from Tunisian archaeological sites that date back to the Phoenician, Carthaginian, and Roman eras.

Once your insightful visit to the Bardo Museum concludes, you will reboard your air-conditioned transportation for a short drive lasting approximately 15 minutes towards Tunis Medina. Upon arrival in this historic walled city, you'll immediately notice its status as one of the best-preserved medinas on the planet.

Your experienced English-speaking guide will lead you through the intricate network of streets, where you can appreciate traditional whitewashed architecture while being immersed in the vibrant atmosphere of the souks and markets. After your exploration of the Medina, you'll arrive at the magnificent Al-Zaytuna Mosque, known as the Mosque of the Olive, where you will enter to marvel at its exquisite interior decor.

The tour concludes within the historic Souk El Attarine, a marketplace established in the 13th century, celebrated for its diverse selection of artisanal perfumes. This makes for an ideal keepsake from your Tunisian adventure!

At the end of this four-hour insightful tour through Tunis's most iconic landmarks, you will be safely returned to your hotel.