Go deep inside the Bardo — home to the world's largest and most spectacular Roman mosaic collection — with a private art-historian guide who decodes mythological scenes and Punic craftsmanship few visitors ever truly understand.
What to expect
Set inside a lavish Husainid palace, the Bardo's marble halls are lined floor-to-ceiling with mosaics salvaged from Roman villas across Tunisia — portraits of Virgil, Neptune's chariot, and entire dining-room floors lifted intact. Your guide contextualises each piece within the sweep of Punic, Roman, and early Christian North Africa. Expect a minimum of two absorbing hours, with access to the Punic and Islamic wings most visitors skip. The museum café is an elegant spot for a post-tour espresso.
Good to know
The Bardo is roughly 20 minutes from La Goulette by private car. Allow 3–4 hours for a thorough visit. Closed Mondays. Photography is permitted throughout the permanent collection.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at La Goulette — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in La Goulette
- Private Full-Day Carthage, Sidi Bou Said & Bardo Museum
- Carthage Ruins: Archaeological Deep-Dive with a Private Historian
- Sidi Bou Said & Medina of Tunis: Private Artisan & Architecture Walk
- La Goulette Boat Tour: Swim off Carthage & Lunch at Sea
- Tunis Medina Pirate Ship Sunset Cruise from La Goulette