Sousse Archaeological Museum

The Sousse Archaeological Museum is an archaeological museum in Tunisia displaying Roman mosaics, ancient statues, ceramics, and historical artifacts from different periods. The collection is housed in an eleventh-century building with thick walls located near the medina and covers multiple eras of the region's past.

The museum was founded around the eleventh century on the ruins of earlier structures and collects findings dating back to ancient times. Excavations revealed objects that document the region's history spanning thousands of years.

The collection displays Roman-period statues, including a bust of Emperor Hadrian and colorful ceramic tablets from Christian and Byzantine periods. These works reflect the different religions and artistic traditions that existed side by side in this region.

The museum offers descriptions in Arabic, French, and English to help visitors navigate the collections. The entrance is located outside the medina walls and is easily accessible for visitors approaching from different directions.

The museum holds mosaics with extraordinary scenes such as Neptune in his chariot drawn by seahorses and Bacchus riding with tigers. These rare depictions showcase the artistic skill and creative enjoyment of ancient craftspeople.

Location: Sousse

Official opening: 1951

Phone: +21673219011

Website: http://patrimoinedetunisie.com.tn/eng/musees/sousse.php

GPS coordinates: 35.82311,10.63558

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:42