Our most recommended things to do in Nabeul‎

From Tunis: Hammamet and Nabeul Tour

1. From Tunis: Hammamet and Nabeul Tour

Your tour will begin as you depart to Nabeul. This city is well known for the manufacture of pottery, plates decorated with paint, and faience, the fruit of a craft that is passed down from generation to generation. The manufacture of mats, made from green rush in traditional workshops, is also an essential item of this city. You can take the road to Hammamet for a guided tour of the Medina, built in front of the sea with magnificent views of the rooftops. Later, discover the villa of George Sebastian, built in a pure Arab-Andalusian style on the 1920s. This villa housed Romanian artist G. Sebastian and his wife, a wealthy American. The villa is built in front of the sea and surrounded by a park teeming with magnificent trees and rare species of a prolific orchard and an open-air orangery. You will then have free time for lunch in Hammamet at yasmine Hammamet, with recommendations happily provided by your guide. Following lunch, you will take a small stroll through the port of Hammamet, before being taken back to your place of residence.

Cape Bon Peninsula: Full-day Tour from Tunis or Hammamet

2. Cape Bon Peninsula: Full-day Tour from Tunis or Hammamet

After pickup from your hotel, start your tour with a visit to the Archeological Museum of Nabeul. Also know as Neapolis in ancient times, the city of Nabeul was founded in the 5th century BC. The Archeological Museum was renovated in 2003, and although it is only the size of a house, it boasts an amazing collection of mosaics and other rare specimens from various archaeological sites in the region of Cape Bon. Next, head to Kelibiya to explore the fortress of Kelibia, one of the most important monuments of Cape Bon. This historic fortress is built on a massive rock 150 meters high. It is the largest and best-preserved Muslim fortress in Tunisia. You’ll also stop at the nearby port of Kelibia, the fourth largest fishing port in Tunisia and enjoy spectacular views of the fortress from there. Then discover the ruins of Kerkouane, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before continuing on to Ghar el Kebir, to visit the caves of Haouaria. These artificial caves were dug by prisoners and slaves under the authority of the Carthaginians and Romans. The blocks of stone that were extracted were shipped by sea to Carthage, on the other side of the Gulf of Tunis. Near the end of the tour, enjoy a hike along the Ras ed-Ddar 393 meters above Cape Bon. From the summit marvel at an extraordinary view that extends all the way to Sicily on a clear day. Finally, visit the hot natural baths of Korbous before heading back to your hotel.

From Tunis: Visit of Hammamet & Wine Tasting Experience

3. From Tunis: Visit of Hammamet & Wine Tasting Experience

Hectic resort in summer, well known for its beaches and its party atmosphere, Hammamet is also a small city with an authentic charm. Turquoise waters, the scent of jasmine, white houses and stone walls gilded by the centuries… Admirate Its Fort, which occupies the corner of the outer wall, was enlarged in the 16th century by the Turks during their war with the Spanish over the control of Tunisia. Walk through the old Medina and climb it Ribat and enjoy the breathtaking view of the mediterranean sea. Visit of Dar Sebastian or Villa Sebastian was built in the 1920s by the Romanian George Sebastian. This estate contains residences, a park created by Sebastian in 1932 and an amphitheater with a sea view hosting the famous Hammamet International Festival Experience the domain in Grombalia, a true return to the sources of Mediterranean viticulture which offers wines perfectly adapted to varying tastes. Visit the wine cellars to immortalize the moment and travel back in time to discover the underground treasures of wine, but also to understand the job of the winemaker. Taste the products of the vine which has been cultivated for a whole year. After that, taste three of the best local wines in three colors. Enjoy lunch (optional, according to the availability and according to the number of people), before returning to your place of residence.

Cap Bon Guided Private Day Tour with Lunch

4. Cap Bon Guided Private Day Tour with Lunch

Depart from your Tunis centrally located accommodation for Kerkouane and visit the unique purely Punic site in Tunisia. Transfer to Haouaria and panoramic sightseeing of the Roman Caves “Les Grottes”, located at the tip of the peninsula! Continue on to Korbous where you will visit the hot-spring ‘Ain El Atrous’ which has been popular as a health resort since Roman times, enjoy washing your feet at the hot sea water. Head on to Nabeul, famous for its colorful pottery (40 mi/65 km from Tunis), considered as the richest city in pottery and see the local ceramics manufacturers before you continue to Hammamet, located 9 mi/15 km from Nabeul, originally known for its large number of hammams (public bathhouses), it has grown into one of Tunisia’s most popular tourism centers, Thanks to its beaches it is a popular destination for swimming and water sports. It is the first tourist destination in Tunisia. Its attractions include a small but well-preserved Medina, a wide sandy beach, and lots of colourful tourist shops. Hammamet has attracted many artists, including Paul Klee, Andre Gide, Claudia Cardinale and Frank Lloyd Wright, among others. Enjoy lunch before concluding your tour with a return back to the hotel in Tunis.

From Tunis: Full-Day Cape Bon Tour with Lunch

5. From Tunis: Full-Day Cape Bon Tour with Lunch

Tour the stunning Cape Bon on a full-day trip from Tunis. Marvel at the pottery traditions of Nabeul, explore the fishing village of Kelibia, and see the beautiful Punic jewelry in a museum in Kerkouane. After pickup from your hotel, start with a visit to the Archeological Museum of Nabeul, known as Neapolis in ancient times. Admire colorful pottery and the bustling weekly market (Friday mornings). Tour local ceramics manufacturers and marvel at the massive kilns.  Arrive at the quiet fishing town of Kelibia, surviving primarily on its fishing fleet surrounding farmland. Visit the fabulous old fort overlooking the harbor, which boasts nearly 2500 years of history within its walls. Continue to Kerkouane and visit its small museum, which displays beautiful Punic jewelry made of gold and other precious metals, as well as other artifacts. Kerkouane is the first Carthaginian site in Tunisia to produce more than a few funerary objects. Discover how sandstone blocks were quarried along the length of the coast to build Carthage and other nearby Roman towns during the Roman era. Then, visit the interconnected and picturesque Haouaria caves.

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What people are saying about Nabeul‎

Overall rating

4.5 / 5

based on 6 reviews

The tour guide was very knowledgeable. He tried to activate his German. He was very considerate of our wishes.

Top excursion with Sourour la.guide and Saber the driver. Welcoming, smiling, attentive. Killer team.!!!

Saber and Anass are very friendly and understanding. I recommend