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Bardo National Museum: Private Expert-Led Mosaic Masterclass

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.

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Bardo National Museum (official) + TourHQ Private Guides
Museum entry TND 12 (approx. EUR 3.50); private guide fee from approx. USD 80 for a half-day
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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.

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