Hammamet Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Hammamet
White-sand beaches, ancient ruins and exotic markets await at this Tunisian beach town.

Hammamet’s relaxed atmosphere, miles of beautiful beaches and exotic markets make it a great place to relax and unwind.

Hammamet’s beaches are famed for being amongst the best in Tunisia and are a natural place to start your visit. Some of the beaches are privately owned by hotels, so it’s a good idea to do your research before booking your accommodation.

Most beaches have shallow water, making them ideal for younger visitors. Try your hand at windsurfing and paragliding, or take a camel ride along the sea shore. Go scuba diving and explore the Takrouna wreck, a German boat from World War II. Look out for dolphins swimming around the wreck.

The region can trace its history back to a first-century settlement known as Pupput, now an archaeological site, so there is a lot of history to explore. Take a walk along the city walls. At sunset, watch from here as the sun turns the town into shades of orange and yellow. Inside the walls is the medina, characterized by narrow lanes and white buildings. Haggle with local vendors for shisha pipes and traditional baskets.

Get a slice of Hammamet’s history at the Folklore Museum and admire the medieval Kasbah. At the foot of the Kasbah is Café Sidi Bou Hdid. It was originally a holy man’s shrine but now crowds meet here in the late afternoon for coffee and beer.

Go to the 1920s villa Dar Sebastian, south of Hammamet’s city centre. This beautiful house and estate has welcomed famous guests, including Elsa Schiaparelli and Winston Churchill. Today, it’s also known as the International Cultural Centre. Its outdoor theatre hosts events during the International Festival of Hammamet.

Getting around Hammamet is easy on foot as most of what you’ll want to see is situated at the beach and around the medina. Beyond here, take a short taxi ride to Pupput where you can see the remains of a Roman village. Agree on a price with the driver before departing.

Where to stay in Hammamet

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Medina Mediterrane

When in Medina Mediterrane, you can plan a visit to Carthage Land and Yasmine Hammamet, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Medina Mediterrane
El Mouradi El Menzah
El Mouradi El Menzah
4 out of 5
Zone Touristique Yasmine Hammamet, Hammamet
The price is ₹4,200 per night from 24 May to 25 May
₹4,200
per night
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Hammamet. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and a private beach. Popular attractions Yasmine Hammamet and Hammamet Beach ...
6.4/10 (313 reviews)
"The towels here very Old."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2023

El Mouradi El Menzah
Hotel Sol Azur Beach
Hotel Sol Azur Beach
4 out of 5
Boite Postale 07, Hammamet
The price is ₹6,189 per night from 25 May to 26 May
₹6,189
per night
25 May - 26 May
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (237 reviews)
EXCELLENT
"Nourriture très bonne et variée, personnel très agréable et à l'écoute, piscine et plage magnifique et propres,... On reviendra. Mention spéciale à la directrice de l'hôtel qui n'a pas hésité à renvoyer plusieurs groupes de jeunes footballeurs algériens très irrespectueux et à en plus fait un geste ..."

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

Hotel Sol Azur Beach
Iberostar Averroes
Iberostar Averroes
4 out of 5
Hammamet, Hammamet
The price is ₹12,025 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹12,025
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Hammamet. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (406 reviews)
"I loved everything about our stay. The food was amazing. The vibe relaxing and inspiring. The staff a dream. If I were to change one thing, it would be pillow options for sleeping. I like it when fancy hotels have different types of pillows to chose from — firm, foam, down, etc. I will return."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Iberostar Averroes
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Residence Aladin
Residence Aladin
3 out of 5
residence aladin yasmine hammamet, avenue 14 janvier, Hammamet
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Hammamet. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Popular attractions Yasmine Hammamet and Yasmine Beach are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (5 reviews)
Cheap and cheerful
"Fantastic location close to beach shops and restaurants. Slightly noisy at night but everything else perfect"

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Residence Aladin
Corail Apart' Hotel
Corail Apart' Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Avenue 7 novembre 1987, Yasmine, Hammamet
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Hammamet. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Yasmine Hammamet and ...
7.6/10 Good! (161 reviews)
"Clean, full appartement and safe. Recommend"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2023

Corail Apart' Hotel
Dar El Monchar
Dar El Monchar
4 out of 5
El Monchar, sidi Jdidi, Hammamet
Stay at this villa in Hammamet. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Yasmine Hammamet and Citrus Golfcourse are located ...
Dar El Monchar
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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