With an amphitheatre to rival that of Rome, El Jem makes for a fascinating trip back in time. You'll travel from Port El Kantaoui to the colosseum to have a look around. Then it's off to the museum to learn even more about the games and battles that took place there.

You'll be stepping into the age of Gladiator on this half-day tour, which includes a visit to the largest colosseum in North Africa. Once you arrive, you'll have time to explore, taking in the wonder of this vast historic space and UNESCO World Heritage Site. It could once hold up to an incredible 35,000 spectators who came to cheer and jeer the games and battles unfolding on stage.

You'll also have the chance to admire how El Jem, formerly Thysdrus, was hugely important during the time of the Roman Empire. Then cap off your visit at nearby El Jem Museum, where a selection of Roman mosaics and exhibitions on the games provide a captivating insight.

Actual time spent viewing the Roman ruins was way too short. We had about 1hr in total to look around before having to return to the coach.

Really enjoyed the El Jem tour. Everything was well organised and timings were spot on. The air-conditioned coach was very welcome, with plenty of space, and the sites weren’t too busy. Our guide was lovely, friendly, very knowledgeable and spoke excellent English. The driver was friendly too, although a little heavy on the brakes at times, but we never felt unsafe. The extreme heat made the talks harder to enjoy, through no fault of the guide. Would recommend!

The guide was warm and friendly, from the start to the end of our tour he gave a great history of Sousse and Tunisia. He pointed out all things of interest along the way. Whilst at El Jem Museum and the Collaseum he gave great information about the Mosaics and the house of Tunisia and of the Collaseum. The driver was also friendly and courteous. We would recommend anybody travelling to Tunisia to take this excursion. It is truly amazing and awe inspiring. Id recommend for all 👍👏

Trip was good, coach nice clean driver good and the Tui person giving information

El Jem amazing history and lovely to see . 1.5 hrs is about the right time to walk round . Guide was great so much information lovely gentleman . Maybe a little longer needed at mosaic museum only had around 25 mins there . Value for money about right .

Det kunne være rart at det var udpenslet 100% at man skulle have fysiske penge med. Vi havde desværre kun kort med og vi kunne hverken købe vand eller souvenirs på turen.

Why you’ll love this…

Explore the city of El Jem and learn about its rich history
Wander around the largest colosseum in North Africa
Discover ancient Roman mosaics at the Archaeological Museum

Important to know

Not suitable for expectant mothers
Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
Not suitable for wheelchairs
Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What’s included

Transport
Guide
Admission fees

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Pickup points

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Provider

TUI TUNISIA

What people say about this experience

4.4/5

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5/5

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5/5

Value for money

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All ratings (215)

5 stars (131)

61%

4 stars (68)

32%

3 stars (11)

2 stars (3)

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Bob Arkle
Travelled as a couple
18 September 2026
5
United Kingdom
Actual time spent viewing the Roman ruins was way too short. We had about 1hr in total to look around before having to return to the coach.
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Emma Brown
Travelled with family
24 August 2026
5
United Kingdom
Really enjoyed the El Jem tour. Everything was well organised and timings were spot on. The air-conditioned coach was very welcome, with plenty of space, and the sites weren’t too busy. Our guide was lovely, friendly, very knowledgeable and spoke excellent English. The driver was friendly too, although a little heavy on the brakes at times, but we never felt unsafe. The extreme heat made the talks harder to enjoy, through no fault of the guide. Would recommend!
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Ian Bullivant
Solo traveller
21 August 2026
5
United Kingdom
The guide was warm and friendly, from the start to the end of our tour he gave a great history of Sousse and Tunisia. He pointed out all things of interest along the way. Whilst at El Jem Museum and the Collaseum he gave great information about the Mosaics and the house of Tunisia and of the Collaseum. The driver was also friendly and courteous. We would recommend anybody travelling to Tunisia to take this excursion. It is truly amazing and awe inspiring. Id recommend for all 👍👏
J
Jackie
Travelled as a couple
13 September 2026
4.6
United Kingdom
Trip was good, coach nice clean driver good and the Tui person giving information
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Dean
Travelled as a couple
8 September 2026
4.6
United Kingdom
El Jem amazing history and lovely to see . 1.5 hrs is about the right time to walk round . Guide was great so much information lovely gentleman . Maybe a little longer needed at mosaic museum only had around 25 mins there . Value for money about right .
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M
Travelled as a couple
15 September 2026
4.6
Denmark
Det kunne være rart at det var udpenslet 100% at man skulle have fysiske penge med. Vi havde desværre kun kort med og vi kunne hverken købe vand eller souvenirs på turen.