About Carthage National Museum

When in Carthage, a visit to the National Museum is an absolute must. The museum was founded in 1875 to house the finest collection of pieces found during excavations of the area.

Take a Tunisian trip through the history of the Punic, Roman, Christian, and Byzantine eras.  Evidence of Christianity in mosaic depictions of the evangelists was uncovered here, along with ceramics with details of the Old Testament.

Noteworthy is a 3rd-century marble sarcophagus of a priest and priestess. Of the Roman mosaics, the most famous is the Lady of Carthage, dating back to the 6th century. The Byzantine Empress is made of mosaic and glass tiles. Artifacts in ivory, Egyptian items with ties to Carthage, oil lamps, pottery, and a large collection of Roman amphoras are also included in the museum’s collections. Many interesting items such as funereal masks and jewelry discovered during the excavation of the necropolis are housed here as well.

Must See

  • Magnificent public buildings
  • Religious sanctuary
  • Archaeological park
  • 2 main archaeological museums 
  • Monuments from Carthago-Roman and Punic era 
  • The beautiful, stunning, and picturesque locations 

How to reach

By train: 4 hours, 44 minutes, 19.86 DT

By taxi: 3 hours, 113.49 DT

(16.7 km) via N9

Tips

  • Spectacular monuments are a delight to watch 
  • Wear comfortable shoes and clothing
  • Maintain silence and discipline inside the premises
  • You can enjoy great views of the city that will make your visit worthwhile 
  • Amazing pictures of world history on display which will intrigue you 
  • The museum is of historical significance 
  • Take a stroll around and do not enter the church building as it may be closed
  • Well maintained museum, not to be missed out.

Visit Time

Sunday:         9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Monday:         9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday:        9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday:   9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Thursday:       9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Friday:            9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturday:        9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

15 minutes

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

Adult:9 DT

Children: Free

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Time you can spend

1 to 2 hours

 

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Weather

Few Clouds 15.72°C

 

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