Temples & religious sites
Mosque of El Charbati
Overview
The Mosque of El Charbati is a neighbourhood mosque in the Bab El Jazira area, located south of the Tunis medina. Travellers visit to see a functional local place of worship that reflects community religious life. It is primarily known for holding weekly Sunday hadith recitations that draw local worshippers.
Getting There
From central Tunis, you can walk south toward Bab El Jazira in about 10 to 15 minutes. A taxi ride from downtown takes roughly 5 to 10 minutes depending on traffic. From Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN), driving to the area takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes.
Time to Spend
Allow 20 to 30 minutes to view the building exterior and observe the surrounding neighbourhood.
When to Visit
The location gets crowded on Sundays due to the weekly hadith recitations. For a quieter visit, go on weekday mornings or afternoons outside prayer times. Spring and autumn offer comfortable weather for walking through the district.
Nearby Attractions
You can combine your visit with other religious sites located in the immediate vicinity:
- Mosque of El Hajjamine (0.1km)
- Al Haliq Mosque (0.1km)
- Mosque of Khelloua of Sidi Mahrez (0.1km)
- El Kobba Mosque (0.4km)
Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors