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Bardo National Museum

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Bardo National Museum

About the Museum

Opened in 1888 inside a former palace of the Bey, this national institution houses a major archaeological collection, including Roman mosaics and antiquities from across Tunisia. Travellers visit to view these historical pieces and examine the palace architecture, which features traditional tilework, carved plaster, and decorative ceilings.

Getting There

The site is located in the suburb of Le Bardo, approximately 4 kilometres west of central Tunis. The light rail (Metro Line 4) runs directly from downtown to the Bardo station, taking roughly 15 to 20 minutes. A taxi from the city centre takes about 15 to 25 minutes, depending on traffic.

Recommended Duration

Allow 2 to 3 hours to view the main exhibition halls and palace rooms.

When to Visit

Arrive in the morning to avoid the larger tour groups that tend to arrive around midday. Spring and autumn provide the most comfortable weather for travelling in Tunis.

Nearby Places to Combine

Several historic religious sites are located a short distance to the east towards the central city:

  • Ben Hmida Mosque (2.5km)
  • Mosque of Sidi El Ansari (2.6km)
  • Mosque of Tabbanine (2.6km)
  • Saheb Ettabaâ Mosque (2.9km)

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Good to visit alongside

Ben Hmida Mosque

Temples & religious sites

Ben Hmida Mosque

This Sunni mosque stands in the Bab Souika district in the northern part of Tunis's medina. It's a modest place of worship, worth a stop while wandering the old town.

2.5 km away
Mosque of Sidi El Ansari

Temples & religious sites

Mosque of Sidi El Ansari

This mosque stands in the Kaadine district near Bab Souika, in the northern part of the Medina of Tunis. Built alongside a mausoleum, it's a good spot to explore the old town's religious heritage.

2.6 km away
Mosque of Tabbanine

Temples & religious sites

Mosque of Tabbanine

A historic mosque in the Medina of Tunis, said to have been founded by Sultan Uthman of the Hafsid dynasty. It's a good place to wander the Medina's alleys in the footsteps of the old dynasty.

2.6 km away
Saheb Ettabaâ Mosque

Temples & religious sites

Saheb Ettabaâ Mosque

Located in the Halfaouine district of Tunis, this is the last large mosque built before the French protectorate. Designated a historic monument, it's worth a visit for anyone interested in architecture and history.

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Palace of Saheb Ettabaâ

Castles & palaces

Palace of Saheb Ettabaâ

An old palace tucked away in the alleys of Tunis's historic Medina. It's a hidden gem worth stopping by while wandering the narrow streets.

2.9 km away
Mosque of El Borj

Temples & religious sites

Mosque of El Borj

This small mosque sits in the alleys north of the medina in Tunis, Tunisia. Also known as Sidi Yahia Mosque, it's a good stop during a walk through the old town.

2.9 km away