Tunis Day Trip from Sousse: Carthage & Bardo Museum

Walk through four centuries of Tunisian history in a single day, from Roman mosaics to blue-washed clifftop streets.

A private guided day trip from Sousse to Tunis covers the National Bardo Museum's Roman mosaics, the archaeological sites of Carthage, the whitewashed village of Sidi Bou Said, and the UNESCO-listed Medina of Tunis with its souks and Zaytouna Mosque. The tour runs seven to eight hours with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, an approved guide in your language, bottled water and lunch at a local restaurant. You choose between a guided experience or self-guided option at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Medina of Tunis1h
2. National Bardo Museum1h · entry included

Explore Tunisian history and culture

• Visit Bardo National Museum
• Tour archaeological sites of Carthage
• Discover village of Sidi Bou Said
• Explore Tunis Medina and souks
• Enjoy authentic Tunisian lunch

The experience

How do you fit Tunisia's essential sites into one day without renting a car or navigating on your own? This tour leaves from your Sousse hotel and builds the day around four stops that span different eras and neighborhoods. The guide meets you in the morning, and the route moves through the sites in sequence: first Sidi Bou Said, where you walk the narrow streets lined in blue and white at your own pace and climb to the viewpoint overlooking Tunis Bay. Then Carthage, where the guide walks you through the Tophet (a sacred cemetery where over 20,000 children were buried in ways still debated by archaeologists) and the ancient port where Carthaginian ships once controlled Mediterranean trade for seven centuries before Rome.

After Carthage, you head into Tunis itself. The Medina is a UNESCO site, and the guide takes you through the souks and explains the architecture and the history of the Zaytouna Mosque as you move through the old city. Lunch happens at a local restaurant, not a buffet, but a table known for authentic Tunisian cooking. The final stop is the Bardo National Museum, where the guide walks you through the Roman mosaics and sculptures that made the collection famous. The vehicle is air-conditioned throughout, and the pace is flexible. The guide adjusts based on where you want to linger.

Pickup is included from your hotel in Sousse or Hammamet, and the guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French and several other languages. At checkout, you can book the full guided experience or choose a self-guided option if you prefer to explore some stops on your own. Bottled water and WiFi on board are included.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your Sousse or Hammamet hotel.
• air-conditioned vehicle throughout the day.
• approved official guide in your chosen language.
• bottled water and WiFi on board.
• lunch at a local Tunisian restaurant.
• entry to the Bardo National Museum and Carthage archaeological sites.

Options for this experience

3 options

Excursion without GuideGuide in English, French or Arabic · 07:00, 07:30, 08:00 and 08:30Private driver: tour at your own pace with a private driver only, no official guide; includes pickup

Check-out from TunisGuide in 7 languages · 08:00, 08:30 and 09:00Tunis supported; includes pickup

Approved Tourist GuideGuide in 7 languages · 07:00, 07:30, 08:00 and 08:30Private professional guide: explore the historic sites with a nationally registered guide; includes pickup

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 09:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (13 to 90 years) · Child (under 13)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Arabic and Polish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 17 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Jasmin Tour Sousse

Is this one for you?Book with a guide if you want expert context on the mosaics and Carthage's history. Go self-guided if you prefer to explore at your own pace without narration.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Arabic and Polish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 13).

What exactly is the Tophet at Carthage, and why is it part of this tour?

The Tophet is a sacred cemetery at the Carthage archaeological site where over 20,000 children were discovered buried, and the purpose and methods remain subjects of scholarly debate. Your guide explains the site in person and walks you through the remains, which is why it's included as one of the key stops on the tour.

Can I book this tour without a guide if I prefer to explore on my own?

Yes. At checkout you can choose between the full guided experience or an excursion without a guide. Both include the same private transportation, hotel pickup and lunch, so you decide how much interpretation you want.

Does the tour include lunch, and what kind of food will I eat?

Lunch is included at a local restaurant in Tunis that specializes in authentic Tunisian dishes. The operator selects restaurants known for quality cooking rather than standard buffets, so the meal reflects the culinary traditions of the city.

How long does the tour take, and what time does it start?

The tour runs seven to eight hours total. Your guide picks you up at your hotel in Sousse or Hammamet in the morning and returns you by late afternoon. The exact start time is confirmed when you book.

Is Sidi Bou Said really as blue and white as the photos, and can I take pictures there?

Yes, Sidi Bou Said is built in blue and white throughout, and photography is part of the experience. The guide takes you to viewpoints and lesser-known spots beyond the main streets, and you have time to explore at your own pace and take photos from the clifftop overlooking the bay.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?

Private transportation, hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, an approved guide, bottled water, WiFi on board and lunch are all included. Bring comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen and a hat, as you'll be on foot for portions of the day, especially in Sidi Bou Said and the Medina.