Hammamet has a wonderfully quaint location, snugly wrapping around a cove on

the Cap Bon Peninsula. This is Tunisia's original tourism resort. With its sandy
beaches and pretty, well-preserved Medina (Old Town), it's a gentle introduction
to the culture and traditions of NorthAfrica. Sightseeing here usually comes
second to general lazing about in the sun, but if you find yourself itching to get off
the beach, Hammamet is perfectly placed as a base to explore the rest of Cap
Bon's tourist attractions.

1 Medina
Medina
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Surrounded by its original 15th century walls, Hammamet's maze of narrow and winding lanes
within the town's Medina (Old Town) hosts a wealth of well-preserved traditional Tunisian
architecture. Some of the alleyways have been covered, so even in the heat of summer the
Medina remains cool and shady - making an exploration here a pleasant respite from the harsh
sun. There are plenty of shopping opportunities with local embroidery, ceramics, leather goods
and carpets all on display, though wares tend to be on the pricey side within the Medina shops.
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2 Hammamet Cultural Centre (Villa Sebastian)

Hammamet Cultural Centre (Villa Sebastian)
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In Hammamet's southern hotel zone (beyond the Hotel Continental), the Cultural Centre is
housed in the sumptuous Villa Sebastian. George Sebastian, a wealthy Romanian who was
the first of many wealthy Europeans to settle in Hammamet during the early 20th century, built
the structure in the 1920s. The beautiful villa gardens host the Hammamet International
Festival of Music and Drama every July and August, Hammamet's biggest annual event. If
you're in town at this time don't miss it.
If you've come to see the villa and have an interest in history, head further along the coast
(between the Samira Club and Tanfous Hotel) to find the excavation site of the Roman
settlement of Pupput. The ruins of the site (Hammamet's first settlement) are sparse, so are
probably only of interest to the most enthusiastic history buff.

3 Great Mosque
Great Mosque
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The Medina is full of gorgeously restored examples of traditional Tunisian architecture, but two
of the most important buildings are the Great Mosque and the Sidi Abdel Kader
Mosque which adjoin each other. The Great Mosque was built in the 15th century and restored
in 1972. Its rectangular minaret is a particularly fine example of Islamic architecture. The Sidi
Abdel Kader Mosque was built in 1798 and now functions as a madrassa (Islamic school).

4 Kasbah
Kasbah
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Hammamet's 13th century Kasbah (fort) isn't as well preserved or impressive as the Kasbah
ofSousse, but it is still worth visiting. There is an interesting museum inside which explains
Hammamet's colourful pirate lair history and later Spanish occupation. Climb up to the ramparts
for magnificent views across the Medina and picturesque fishing harbour.

Top 10 Most Popular Attractions in Hammamet

Theres a reason why Hammamet is attracting hordes of tourists every year; its a
place where the typical visitor will never get bored.
Its seen as one of the most interesting and entertaining areas to visit in Tunisia and if you have
already booked your Monarch Tunisia flight and your stay, here are ten attractions which you
simply must make an effort to visit to reap the most out of the region.

Citrus Golf Course

Take a look at every popular tourist destination in the world and youll notice one thing; they are
all geared to entice golfing visitors. Hammamet is no different and one of the best facilities in the
region is the Citrus Golf Course, which actually contains two separate courses. The first, regarded
as the easiest, is Les Oliviers and this is mainly targeted at the high-handicap player who wants
to play a course without the pressure of battling around trees and heavy rough. The better
players are advised to turn to La Foret, which is much tighter and will punish those wayward
hitters with trees and shrubs along the outskirts of the fairways. As well as the main courses,
there is a Par 3 9-hole course, two driving ranges and numerous putting greens.

Zizou Paintball Club

If we stay on the sporty theme, a trip to Zizou Paintball Club could perhaps be on the agenda.
This was actually the first paintball field in Hammamet and is probably one of the biggest you will
ever venture on. Unlike some paintball clubs, Zizou is perfect for children as well and the
welcoming staff makes the experience even more pleasurable.

George Sebastian Villa

Something thats a little quieter than the above two attractions is an experience at the George
Sebastian Villa. Set over 42 acres of land, it would be something of an understatement to say
that this is a gigantic building. However, it offers far more than size and as it is now called the
International Cultural Centre, it means that visitors get a taste of what life was like for its creator
George Sebastian. Despite being almost a decade old, its design is one of the most elaborate you
will ever set eyes on and is the perfect attraction to combine history and style.

Pupput Roman Site

For those tourists who really wish to immerse themselves in history, a trip to the Pupput Roman
Site should be in order. Its understood that the first settlement occurred here as early as 1st
Century BC, although its naturally quite difficult to decipher any of the remains due to the tests
of time. There are suggestions that a theatre and amphitheatre once existed here and while its
impossible to view any traces of such landmarks, visitors will still see plenty of artefacts that are
impressive to say the least.

Hammamet Beach

As one would expect from such a popular tourist zone, the beach at Hammemet is completely
exotic and well worthy of a visit. The phrase white sands and crystal clear waters could not be
more appropriate, but fortunately there are extras that can make the experience even more
engaging. For example, visitors can pay for camel and horse rides, which are utterly picturesque
along the backdrop of Tunisian waters.

Yasmin Hammamet

Out of all of the attractions listed, this is probably the one which reaches out to the fewest
number of tourists. However, its well worth a visit and perhaps paints Hammamet in its most
modern light. Yasmin is full of upmarket hotels, shops and restaurants meaning that its ideal for
a day trip. The marina is also worth a mention and if you can pitch up on one of the restaurants
that surround it, youll be set for a striking afternoon indeed.

Medina of Hammamet

Medina might not be carved directly to the tourist market but thats exactly why its a must-visit
attraction. It absolutely ram-packed full of traditional shops and locals and this means that youre
certainly not set for your traditional shopping experience. Instead, prepare to haggle, barter and
just engage with the local sellers its an experience that will make you smile in the future.

Yasmine Golf Course

In comparison to Citrus Golf Course, theres no doubt that Yasmine is slightly smaller in size. It
boasts just the one course, although it would be fair to say that its hugely challenging, yet still
suited to players of most abilities. Funnily enough, its another of those attractions in which youll
also become accustomed to the Tunisian culture, with countless locals hovering on holes looking
to sell balls or takeover your bag and act as a caddy. The combination of this and the design of
the course makes Yasmine a fantastic experience for the typical golfing enthusiast.

Carthageland Hammamet

While it doesnt boast the worldwide reputation of Disneyland, Carthageland is still regarded as a
fantastic theme park and can make a great day out for those visiting Hammamet. Naturally, it
contains countless rides, shops and restaurants, but the unique selling point about Carthageland
is undoubtedly the zoo which allows visitors to set eyes on a whole host of exotic animals. There
are also several water rides, for those that want to cool off in the baking sun.

Kasbah of Hammamet

The final attraction were going to take a look at is primarily a historic site and the fact it is
approximately seven hundred years old says everything you need to know about its heritage.
However, it also allows visitors to bask in great views, with the Kasbah being perched right beside
the sea. This attraction deciphers exactly what remains from the fort of Hammamet but unlike
some historical sites that are based in the area, this is one that the authorities have fought tooth
and nail to preserve and extensive work has been performed to renovate it