Catacombs, Sousse

Name: Catacombs
Address: Sousse, Tunisia

#6 among attractions in Sousse

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The catacombs of Sousse are an underground necropolis located west of the medina of Sousse. They were discovered in 1888 by Colonel Vincent.

Coordinates: 35°49'5"N, 10°37'35"E

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Catacombs – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Medina of Sousse, Kether Torah Synagogue of Sousse, Sousse Archaeological Museum, Grande Mosque.

1 miNE
Historical place, Flea market, Archaeological site
Medina of Sousse, Sousse
25 min walk • Nestled within the coastal city of Sousse, Tunisia, the Medina of Sousse stands as a remarkable archaeological site, offering a window into the rich historical tapestry of the region. This ancient walled city, with origins dating back to the early Islamic period, is an...
1.2 miNE
Synagogue
Kether Torah Synagogue of Sousse, Sousse
32 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the vibrant city of Sousse, Tunisia, lies the Kether Torah Synagogue, a testament to the enduring Jewish heritage within the region. This synagogue serves as a beacon of religious and historical significance, reflecting the rich tapestry of...
0.6 miNE
History museum, Museum, Archaeological museum
Sousse Archaeological Museum, Sousse
16 min walk • The Sousse Archaeological Museum is a treasure trove of ancient history nestled in the heart of Sousse, a coastal city in Tunisia known for its rich cultural heritage. This distinguished museum is renowned for its impressive collection of mosaics, which are considered...
1 miNE
Sacred and religious sites, Mosque
Grande Mosque, Sousse
25 min walk • The Great Mosque of Sousse is a historical mosque in the coastal city of Sousse, Tunisia. The construction dates back to 851 during the rule of Aghlabid Dynasty, a vassal of the Abbasid Caliphate, and it was commissioned by amir Abu al-‘Abbas Muhammad al-Aghlabi.
0.8 miNE
Specialty museum, Museum
Dar Essid Museum, Sousse
21 min walk • The Dar Essid Museum is an art museum located in a palace in the medina of Sousse, Tunisia. The edifice belonged to a family of aristocrats. The museum retraces the daily city life in Sousse in the 18th and 19th centuries.
0.9 miNW
Football, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Stade Olympique de Sousse, Sousse
22 min walk • The Stade Olympique de Sousse is a multi-purpose stadium in Sousse, Tunisia. It is used by the football team Étoile du Sahel, and was used for the 2004 African Cup of Nations. The stadium holds 28,000 people.
0.8 miNW
Sport, Sport venue
Sousse Indoor Sports Hall, Sousse
22 min walk • The Sousse Olympic Indoor Sports Hall is an indoor sporting arena located in Sousse, Tunisia. The Hall is the Home of the Étoile Sportive du Sahel commons sections including Handball, Basketball, Volleyball The capacity of the arena is 5,000 spectators.
1 miNE
35°49'39"N • 10°38'20"E
Sousse Ribat, Sousse
25 min walk • Islamic architecture, Forts and castles
0.8 miNE
Neighbourhood
Hadrumetum, Sousse
21 min walk • Hadrumetum, also known by many variant spellings and names, was a Phoenician colony that pre-dated Carthage. It subsequently became one of the most important cities in Roman Africa before Vandal, Byzantine, and Umayyad conquerors left it ruined.
0.8 miNW
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Stade Taïeb Mhiri, Sousse
22 min walk • The Stade Taïeb Mhiri is a multi-purpose stadium in Sfax, Tunisia. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of Club Sportif Sfaxien. Built in 1938, it holds 14,000 people and was used for the 2004 African Cup of Nations.

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Which popular attractions are close to Catacombs?

Nearby attractions include Sousse Archaeological Museum, Sousse (16 min walk), Dar Essid Museum, Sousse (21 min walk), Hadrumetum, Sousse (21 min walk).