Salammbô Oceanographic Museum “Dar El Hout”

Salammbô Oceanographic Museum "Dar El Hout" in Carthage is a space dedicated to showcasing marine life and how the sea works. Eleven different rooms display fish species from the Mediterranean, fishing methods, and the habitats found along Tunisia's coastline.

The building was established in 1924 at a location tied to ancient maritime history. This choice to place the museum there was meant to honor and document Tunisia's long connection with the sea.

The museum reflects how people along Tunisia's coast have always worked with the sea and its resources. Displays show traditional fishing tools and methods that local fishermen still use in their daily work.

The museum is located in the Carthage Beach area and is accessible most days of the week. It is best to visit in the morning when crowds are smaller, allowing you to move through the exhibits and aquariums at your own pace.

The museum houses special aquariums that show migrations of eels and other remarkable journeys that happen in the Mediterranean Sea. Learning about these invisible travels of fish gives visitors a new understanding of what lies beneath the waves.

Location: قرطاج الشاطئ

Operator: INSTM - المعهد الوطني لتكنولوجيا وعلوم البحار

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00; July-September 15 10:00-19:00; Monday off

GPS coordinates: 36.84381,10.32627

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:55