Weekend in Nabeul

Large public garden with shaded olive trees, a small pond with ducks, and paved walking paths. Benches line the edge near the municipal pool. Popular with families at weekends.

Tip: Free entry, but the snack kiosk sells overpriced canned drinks. Bring water from the supermarket on Avenue Habib Thameur two blocks away. Best for morning strolls—by 4pm it fills with school kids.

Winding narrow streets of the medina, packed with stalls selling handmade pottery, woven baskets and spices. The covered souk runs between Rue de la République and Rue Ali Belhouan

Tip: Free to wander. Head to the pottery lane (off Rue de la Médina) where you can watch painters at work. Haggle gently—starting at half the asking price works. Avoid the middle of the day in summer; stalls stay open but heat is fierce.

Main sand beach stretching south of the port. Water is clear and calm, with shallow entry. No sunbeds or umbrellas—locals spread towels directly on the sand. Lifeguard flags in summer.

Tip: Free access all year. Best spot is the far southern end past the fishermen's pier—quieter and cleaner. Arrive by 9am to claim shade under the tamarisk trees. Afternoon wind picks up and sand blows. No public showers; bring wet wipes.

Small but well-curated museum displaying Roman mosaics and artefacts from the ancient city of Neapolis. Housed in a former French colonial building near the main square.

Tip: Entry costs about 2 TND (£0.50). Go early—by 10am tour groups fill the main hall. The best mosaic, a massive hunting scene, is on the back wall where guides don't linger.

Working hammam built in the late 19th century, with separate men's and women's hours. Locals come here for steam, scrub and tea in the tiled relaxation room.

Tip: Costs 5 TND (£1.20) for entry and scrub—bring your own towel and flip-flops. Women's session is 09:00–12:00; men's from 14:00. Go mid-morning when it's quietest.