Kasbah Kasbah is an ancient castle in the city of Hammamet, dating back to the thirteenth century AD, located near the coast of the city.
The castle features stunning views of the sea and the surrounding area, which include some natural lawns and old houses, and a museum that includes some historical exhibits.
The castle was used in the Middle Ages by European colonialism, and in that period of history included many legions of soldiers.
The castle is surrounded by a number of ancient houses surrounded by gardens in the area outside its forts, which belonged to some rich colonialists.
The castle is currently considered an important shrine, and one of the historical places of tourism in Tunisia, which tells the story of the region, which is characterized by preserving the customs and traditions of the Tunisian people and is famous for its original spices.
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Activities you can do
• You can take a tour around the castle and its picturesque gardens, which include a few monuments left by the European armies on the site and are still present today.
• Then you can wander around the castle building’s rooms and halls, and take some interesting pictures of the surrounding area and its beaches from its tall terraces.
• The castle is surrounded by a number of residential neighborhoods that embrace many traditional Tunisian white houses and some monumental buildings that deserve the lens of your cameras.
Don’t forget to visit the museum near the castle, which includes some relics associated with the period of European colonialism and the great mosque with an ornate minaret.
• You can take a walk on the beach, which is located near the walls of the castle, which is characterized by its compact stones and sitting in its lounge.
You must take a shopping tour of the shops located at the gates of the castle, where you can buy some handmade souvenirs.
Entry prices
Free.
Worktime
Everyday from 8:30 in the morning until 6 in the evening.
Hotels near Kasbah of Tunis Hammamet
Marhaba Palace Hotel is a 5-star hotel in Tunis, Hammamet, with very good reviews, and it is 3.6 km from Kasbah of Tunis
Summary of Arab visitor ratings
The location is excellent and quiet, food is good, services are excellent.
The Russelior Hotel and Spa is one of the 5-star Hammamet Tunis hotels with very good reviews, 6.3 km from Kasbah of Tunis
Summary of Arab visitor ratings
The location is excellent, the staff are helpful. Breakfast is excellent and varied, rooms are comfortable.
The Kasbah of Tunis Bath site