Things to do & places to visit in Mahdia Governorate, Tunisia

Mahdia Governorate #5 destination in Tunisia 2023. The average rating score is 4.58 based on 3.308 traveler reviews, of 21 attractions. Timezone: Africa/Tunis, current date and time: Friday, May 10, 2024, 5:00.

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Top things to do (17)

• Churches & Cathedrals
• Beaches
• Ancient Ruins
• Scuba & Snorkelling
• Cemeteries
• Speciality & Gift Shops
• Historic Sites
• History Museums
• Horseback Riding Tours
• Music Festivals
• Nature & Wildlife Tours
• Neighborhoods
• Points of Interest & Landmarks
• Architectural Buildings
• Religious Sites
• Spas
• Game & Entertainment Centers

Top destinations in Mahdia Governorate 6

• Rejiche
• Salakta
• Chebba
• Mahdia
• El-Jem
• Hiboun

Top places to visit (21 attractions)

1. 5.0 Amphitheatre of El Jem (1.327 reviews)
   - Visiting El Jem Colesium in 1 day
   Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
   
   
   Me and my friend had a 1 day trip to El Jem from Tunis. We got a train ticket from Gare de Tunusia it's only 13.5 Tunusian Dinars one way, it takes around 4 hours to El Jem. After 4 hours we reached El Jem and the Colesium is very close to El Jem train station. We paid 13 dinners for a ticket it closed around 6 pm. It's amazing worth to see. There is a small souvenir shop and wc's inside the facility. The return train is available until 14.00pm, if you miss that there is another option which are the minivan for 6 people max and calls Loyage. You need first go to Souse city and change the loyage from Souse to Tunis, it's again takes around 3 hours in total. See more..
   
2. 5.0 Sesame (1 review)
   Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops
   
   
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3. 5.0 Great Mosque of Mahdiya (1 review)
   - Serenity & Sanctity Prevails
   Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites
   
   
   Built by the Fatimid Imam in 916 AD, the design of the mosque is every bit Fatimid Style, same as that found in Egypt, where the Fatimids ruled for a considerable period of time. After 1100 years, the mosque still attracts crowd for prayers nd has been well maintained by the care takers of the mosque. See more..
   
4. 5.0 Necropole Punique (1 review)
   - NECROPOLE PUNIQUE - UNE HISTOIRE
   Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins
   Rendez-vous à l'extrémité du cap Afrique, après le port punique. Une série de tombes taillées dans la roche, qui touchent presque la mer, confirment que le site de Mahdia fut habité depuis l’époque punique. Ces tombes ne représentent qu’une partie d’une nécropole qui s’étend sur une plus grande partie de la presqu’île. See more..
   
5. 5.0 Ancienne Eglise Notre Dame du Mont Carmel de Mahdia (1 review)
   Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
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6. 4.5 Mahdia Beach (695 reviews)
   - Best beach in Tunisia
   Beaches
   
   
   It is a very nice beach, very clean and the water crystal clear. There are life guards all over the beach and just over all relaxing. There are restaurants close by and stores so you can easily go get something if you need. Its a good idea to bring a parasol the Tunisian heat/sun can be very brutal. See more..
   
7. 4.5 Archaeological Museum of El-Djem (470 reviews)
   - Excellent museum included in coliseum ticket
   History Museums
   
   
   Like others have said, an incredible place to visit after the coliseum. Only about a 10-minute walk to it AND entrance is included in the same ticket. A total win for one of the best mosaic museums I have EVER been to…and I’ve been to a lot! No tourists except me most of the time which I liked as well. The semirestored House of Africa in the rear is picturesque and holds more lovely mosaics. Took tons of photos. All mosaics on the wall have placards right Arabic, English and French translations and the history of El Jem and its Roman predecessor is described on placards at the entrance. There’s also some interesting death masks and sculptures, as well as ceramics. My only concern in the museum was walking on many of the mosaics in each room… I assume these are not original?! Why else would we be allowed to tramp all over them?! Lovely museum kitty that follows you if you feed it. :) See more..
   
8. 4.5 Subway Diving Centre (42 reviews)
   - Diving with Subway
   Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Scuba & Snorkelling
   
   
   We had never dived before so with some intrepidation decided to go all in and attempt the 1 star international licence, CMAS. The owner and lead instuctor Nesh is an instantly likeable character and put us at ease straight away. Although we were very nervous the instructors were very very patient and allowed us to get used to breathing under water at our own pace. They explained everything clearly and were in constant contact so we always felt safe and reassured that all was ok! The way they teach and their easy going characters made it enjoyable and easy to learn which is how 2 nervous novices acheived 1 star over 5 dives!! I would reccommend these guys to anyone whether a beginner or a seasoned veteran and not only that, the price is very reasonable! If your reading this Nesh thanks to you and the boys and we'll see you again soon! Paul & Lina See more..
   
9. 4.5 Cimetiere Marin de Mahdia (9 reviews)
   - Curious!
   Spent < 1 hour Cemeteries
   
   
   Gives quite an impression, white graves are covering all of the land leading up to the fort and looking out to the sea. See more..
   
10. 4.0 Mahdia's Old Town (681 reviews)
    - Mahdia old town - a happy surprise
    Neighborhoods • Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    This beautiful and historic town on Tunisia’s east coast is well preserved in parts, carefully restored in others. The old quarter is dominated by the rebuilt Central Mosque. See more..
    
11. 4.0 Fort Ottoman Borj El Kebir (36 reviews)
    - Great views
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    To be honest the only thing worth seeing here is the view form the top. There is little exhibition but it is only in arabic and french languages. Not much of decorations. See more..
    
12. 4.0 Bedouin Village (5 reviews)
    - Highly recommend
    Nature & Wildlife Tours • Horseback Riding Tours
    
    
    Highly recommended tour. Lovely landscapes and funny quad driving experience. Chose a good weather day and enjoy the fun! See more..
    
13. 4.0 Skifa El Kahla (3 reviews)
    - SKIFA EL KAHLA - INCONTURNABLE MONUMENT HISTORIQUE
    Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites
    
    
    Skifa El Kahla (appelée aussi Bab Zouila) : énorme porte fortifiée datant à l’origine du xe siècle (élevée entre 916 et 921) puis restaurée au xvie siècle, constitue encore l’un des points d’accès au centre historique de la ville de Mahdia et l’un des rares vestiges des anciens remparts de la ville, située en plein centre de l’ancienne citadelle.
    
    L’unique vestige des anciennes murailles, la Skifa, est intégré au système de remparts reconstruits par les Turcs à la fin du XVIe siècle. Porte de la ville fortifiée, la Skifa el Kahla était la tour principale de la deuxième ligne de défense pour barrer l’accès de la ville par voie de terre. Deux parties composent l’édifice, un fortin de 18 m restauré fin XIXe et un vestibule voûté qui le prolonge et qui servait de défense, mais aussi de passage commercial une fois par semaine durant le souk. Aujourd’hui, des stands artisanaux animent le passage certains jours, avant et après le coucher du soleil. See more..
    
14. 4.0 Mosquee Hadj Mustapha (2 reviews)
    Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites
    
    
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15. 3.5 Mahdia Museum (29 reviews)
    - Small but neat collection
    Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
    
    
    There is one museum at the ottoman fort, but the museum of Mahdia is located next to the Skifa el-Kahla (city gates and entrance to the medina). The tour guide was very friendly and spoke English very well. He showed us the view from the Skifa el-Kahla tower as well. See more..
    
16. 1.0 Thalasso Mahdia Palace (1 review)
    Spas
    
    
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17. 1.0 El Jem International Symphonic Music Festival (1 review)
    - Mauvaise organisation
    Music Festivals
    
    
    Très mauvaise expérience, aucune organisation et aucun respect de l'heure. Préférez celui de Carthage.. See more..
    
18. Skila (3 reviews)
    Friday: 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops
    
    
    Located at the entrance of Mahdia historical center, S K I L A Store offers unique hand-woven products made in pure natural fibers. It's a must-see address, bringing a new breath of fresh air to the local cultural heritage Hundreds meters away, as you stroll through the narrow streets of the Medina, you will recognize the clattering melody of traditional looms that will guide you to S K I L A Lab: this is where we work to revive the thousand-year-old art of silk weaving. Come and experience a real journey through time, a unique proximity with master weavers, custodians of an ancestral know-how. See more..
    
19. Outmind (0 review)
    Spent < 1 hour Game & Entertainment Centers
    
    
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20. Nsija Tunisie (0 review)
    Friday: 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM Speciality & Gift Shops
    
    
    Entreprise Tunisienne Basée à Mahdia spécialisée dans la création de textiles uniques en utilisant des fibres naturelles de première qualité, notamment du coton, du lin, de la laine, du cachemire et de la soie. Chaque pièce est tissée à la main sur des métiers à tisser en bois traditionnels et séculaires et incarne un savoir-faire ancestral. See more..
    
21. Mosquee Soliman Hamza (0 review)
    Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites
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