About Kairouan
Kairouan is one of Tunisia's major cities, home to around 139,070 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Kairouan
1
Great Mosque of Kairouan
2
Mosque of the Three Doors
3
Mosque of Ansar
4
Mosque Al Bey
Budget travel
Free things to do in Kairouan
Great Mosque of Kairouan
Mosque of the Three Doors
Mosque of Ansar
Mosque Al Bey
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Great Mosque of Kairouan
- Visit Mosque of the Three Doors
- Visit Mosque of Ansar
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Mosque Al Bey
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Tunisia
Hotel Continental
Opposite the Aghabite basins, a little further our from town (10-15 minute walk into Medina).
Hotel Splendid
5 minutes' walk from the Porte des Martyrs, which is on one of the main roads of the Medina, so definitely a good position. Very friendly re
Hôtel Amina
Museums & culture
- Great Mosque of Kairouan
- Mosque of the Three Doors
- Mosque of Ansar
- Mosque Al Bey
In pictures
Kairouan gallery
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