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.

Morning excursion, not to long, Very interesting, simple visit Can’t be helped picking up, dropping off , slows time getting around

Excellent guide very informative & safe driver pick up from hotel was great on time. Museum very interesting Roman mosaics & El Jem is well preserved amphitheatre one of the best definitely recommend this tour for couples & families

Our guide Nasser was superb. Full of facts and figures on El Jem as well as Tunisia. Perfect pace, perfect level of engagement. Wonderful.

Nasar our guide was outstanding, well impressed with his knowledge. Very interesting. Amazing experience

The visit to El Jem Colisum and the mosaic Museum were very enjoyable. The shop keepers around the coliseum hassling us was not a pleasant experience though. The tour guide was very friendly and informative of places we travelled whilst on the coach and the information at the museum and the Amphitheatre. And the coach driver drove us there and back well.

The trip is a fantastic feast for the eyes. El Jem is a magnificent historical site just as the visit to the mosaic museum is, but too much time is wasted collecting from other hotels. Would be far better to have more time to spend actually at the sites. Perhaps making the trip a couple of hours longer. Otherwise a very interesting and enjoyable experience.

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

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Location

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Aqua Skanes Famıly Resort
Sahara Beach
Jaz Tour Khalaf
Marhaba Royal Salem
Riadh Palms
TUI SENSIMAR Scheherazade
Sentido Bellevue Park
El Mouradi Palace
Royal Kenz Thalasso & Spa
Seabel Alhambra Beach Golf & Spa

Provider

TUI TUNISIA

What people say about this experience

4.4/5

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4.2/5

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4.6/5

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David Robinson
30 October 2026
5
United Kingdom
Morning excursion, not to long, Very interesting, simple visit Can’t be helped picking up, dropping off , slows time getting around
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S kitten
Travelled as a couple
19 October 2026
5
United Kingdom
Excellent guide very informative & safe driver pick up from hotel was great on time. Museum very interesting Roman mosaics & El Jem is well preserved amphitheatre one of the best definitely recommend this tour for couples & families
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Kate
Travelled as a couple
18 October 2026
5
United Kingdom
Our guide Nasser was superb. Full of facts and figures on El Jem as well as Tunisia. Perfect pace, perfect level of engagement. Wonderful.
D
Deb
Travelled as a couple
15 October 2026
5
United Kingdom
Nasar our guide was outstanding, well impressed with his knowledge. Very interesting. Amazing experience
D
DkGrif
Travelled as a couple
7 November 2026
4.6
United Kingdom
The visit to El Jem Colisum and the mosaic Museum were very enjoyable. The shop keepers around the coliseum hassling us was not a pleasant experience though. The tour guide was very friendly and informative of places we travelled whilst on the coach and the information at the museum and the Amphitheatre. And the coach driver drove us there and back well.
D
Dave & Sue
Travelled as a couple
6 November 2026
4.6
United Kingdom
The trip is a fantastic feast for the eyes. El Jem is a magnificent historical site just as the visit to the mosaic museum is, but too much time is wasted collecting from other hotels. Would be far better to have more time to spend actually at the sites. Perhaps making the trip a couple of hours longer. Otherwise a very interesting and enjoyable experience.