Perched on the south coast of Cape Bon, Nabeul is a historic seaside resort in Tunisia. It was founded in the fifth century BC by the ancient Greeks of Cyrene and served as an important Roman trade hub for exporting North African grain to Rome. Today, it is renowned for its beautifully painted pottery, bitter orange distillations and spicy harissa.
Things to do in Nabeul
In the heart of Nabeul is the Neapolis Museum, which showcases artefacts found during archaeological excavations at sites across Cape Bon. In addition to ancient ceramics, amulets and statues created by the Punic people, its collection includes Roman mosaics from the House of Nymphs at Neapolis and objects discovered at a centuries-old factory for salting fish.
Spend an afternoon wandering through the medina of Nabeul, which is home to colourful souks selling vibrantly painted dishes and wall tiles. Visit the pottery workshops of el-Guilta and photograph the spices piled high before enjoying a mint tea at one of the terrace cafes. Dominating the skyline of Nabeul is the Great Mosque with its ornately decorated minaret.
Magnificent views across the Gulf of Hammamet can be enjoyed from the Corniche Nabeul, which overlooks a golden stretch of sand in the city’s west. One of the most popular beaches in the area is the Plage Beni Khiar, where you can rent umbrellas and sun loungers. A range of water sports equipment is also available for exploring the Mediterranean coastline at your leisure.
Getting around Nabeul
Nabeul is around an hour’s drive from Tunis and Tunis-Carthage International Airport, which has flights to destinations across Africa, Europe and the Middle East. Regular trains connect to the Nabeul Voyageurs railway station and buses travel throughout the town. The centre of Nabeul is compact enough to explore on foot.