Carthage Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
historical city in Tunisia
About Carthage
A Phoenician city from the 6th century BCE, it was the base of a powerful trading empire spanning the entire south Mediterranean and home to a population of the order of half a million people. The legendary founder Queen, Dido, bought from the locals 'as much land as a cow's skin can cover', and by cutting finely the skin of the cow, gained Byrsa Hill. Its most famous general wasHannibal, who crossed the Alps to battle with the Romans. Hannibal suffered his defeat against Roman general Scipio "Africanus" at the Battle of Zama in 202 BCE, which ended the 2nd Punic War. After over 50 years of being watched closely by Rome, they were eventually attacked in the 3rd Punic War. The citizens defended the city against the Republic of Rome in 146 BCE yet lost, and Punic Carthage was completely dest
Top Attractions in Carthage
Explore the best things to see and do in Carthage:
- ★Acropolium
- ★Amphitheater
- ★Antonin Baths
- ★Basilica of Saint-Cyprien
- ★Carthage Museum
- ★Circus of Carthage
- ★Hill of the Odeon and park of the Roman villas
- ★International Festival of Carthage
Where to Eat in Carthage
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Antonin Baths cafe
- 🍴Le Rest'O
- 🍴Sale sucre
Where to Stay in Carthage
- 🏨Villa Didon
Carthage Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 10 sections including: