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El Jem Colosseum tour

4.4/5
230 reviews

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.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Port El Kantaoui-Sousse
Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours
Language:English
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Entrance Fees Included
Guided Tour
Instant confirmation
e-Voucher
Hotel pick up

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

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI TUNISIA


What people say about this experience

4.4/5

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  • K

    Kerensa Ward

    Traveled as a couple


    October 6, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Our guide, Kamel, has a huge knowledge of the local area, its history and customs/culture. I have been on trips before where the guide delivered an 'out of the box' tour, this was definitely not the case with Kamel. His enthusiasm and passion for his subject was clear for all to see. Thank you, Kamel, from bringing the ruins of the colosseum back to life for us.

  • O

    One of three

    Traveled as a couple


    October 6, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    The history was brilliant, could of had more time in the museum, so many mosaics to see.

  • S

    Stephen

    Solo traveler


    October 3, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Thorough enjoyed the excursion, the guide was knowledgeable and professional

  • N

    N/A

    Traveled as a couple


    October 2, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Whole experience was great. The knowledge the guide had was outstanding

  • C

    Carly

    Traveled as a couple


    September 25, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Our tour guide was amazing- he was very knowledgeable. The transfers were great, everything went smoothly.

  • B

    Bob Arkle

    Traveled as a couple


    September 18, 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.