Holidays in Hammamet: Often called the “Tunisian Saint Tropez”, Hammamet is a coastal fishing village that grants its visitors the excellent opportunity to luxuriate on the magnificent sandy beach , stroll to the local medina or tour the ancient fort that overlooks the Mediterranean Sea.

For recreation that is not the usual fare, a visit to Friguia Park should be part of any visitor’s agenda. If you find yourself with half a day to burn, meandering the pathways of the zoo is a fantastic way to both entertain and educate. With many indigenous animals, as well as those from other countries, walking amongst the wildlife of the world is one of the better ways to spend your time while in Hammamet. Ride a camel or ask one of the zookeepers to take a closer photo of an animal or two – inside the environment. From Hammamet, jeep tours are available, giving visitors a journey to either Tamerza or Mides. Guests won’t soon forget their trip as they step into the midst of an oasis rich with palm trees, waterfalls and an ancient Berber village. This side trip is a step back in time when Berbers ruled Tunisia, roughly 2000 or more years ago. The village offers guided tours though walking through the village unguided is perfectly acceptable.

For a true stress reliever, many of the hotels and resorts in Hammamet, as well as Tunisia, offer thalassotherapy and massage, designed to cure a variety of ailments, aches and pains. Though massage is the primary attraction to a Thalassotherapy spa, it is through the application of seawater in a variety of ways that is most beneficial. Utilizing an assortment of wraps, pastes, warmed seawater showers or inhalation of seawater mist, guests are sure to come away from the experience feeling rejuvenated and invigorated, if not healthier for a time.Like all towns, villages and cities in Tunisia, Hammamet has an open-air market, probably located in the medina (old town) and probably home to numerous Artisanat or handicraft shops. It is in these shops that travelers experience the true heart of the city with stalls of handmade crafts ranging from carpets to earrings to uniquely made pottery. Though the markets can be crowded, bargains can be found, particularly if you like to haggle!

Rich in history, but modern by many standards, Hammamet makes available to its visitors an array of entertainment and recreation limited only by your imagination. When planning cheap holidays in Tunisia, Hammamet is one of the more attractive choices to make, no matter how great or small your budget. Bring the family or plan a honeymoon for Hammamet is sure not to disappoint.

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