Things to do in Kairouan: sights, day-by-day itinerary and weather

Things to do in Kairouan (Tunisia): بئر بروطة, Bab ech Chouhada, Entrée de Sidi Sahbi, Musée du Tapis, Sidi Abid el-Ghariani Zaouia, 2 day-by-day itineraries, month-by-month weather, the best time to go and hotels.

Travel itineraries in Kairouan

Hotels in Kairouan

Frequently asked questions about Kairouan

When is the best time to visit Kairouan?

According to real weather data (2023-2024 averages), the months with 18–33 °C daytime highs and under 100 mm of rain in Kairouan are: January, February, March, April, May, October, November, December.

How many days do you need in Kairouan?

Our 2 day-by-day plans for Kairouan last 2 to 3 days.

What to do in Kairouan in 2 days?

Our “Kairouan Essentials” plan: Day 1 — Great Mosque of Kairouan; Day 2 — Kairouan Medina.

What to do in Kairouan in 3 days?

Our “Kairouan and El Jem” plan: Day 1 — Great Mosque of Kairouan; Day 2 — Kairouan Medina; Day 3 — El Jem.

Where to stay in Kairouan?

Close to the tourist centre: Hotel La Kasbah (350 m), Dar Hassine Allani (600 m), Hôtel Sabra (650 m). Our directory lists 9 hotels in Kairouan, to contact directly.

What to see in Kairouan?

Some places to see in the centre: بئر بروطة, Bab ech Chouhada, Entrée de Sidi Sahbi, Terrain des forces armées, Musée du Tapis, Sidi Abid el-Ghariani Zaouia.

Sights in Kairouan

Museums in Kairouan

Where to eat in Kairouan