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Place in Nabeul Governorate, Tunisia
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Hammamet (حمامات) is in Northern Tunisia. Thanks to its beaches, it is a popular destination for swimming and water sports and is the primary tourist destination in Tunisia.
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Three abandoned tanks from the Second World War.
16th-century castle with several information panels in different languages, provide a glimpse into the history of the city.
Dar Sébastien
It was a Colonia in the Roman province of Africa, situated on the coast near the town of Hammamet, between the two wadis of Temad (or el-Thimad) to the north and Moussa to the south. Much of the Pupput is buried under modern holiday developments which have been built over the major part of the site.
Hammamet Sud has some surprisingly clear water with lots of water sports to enjoy, including paragliding, jet-skiing, tubing, short camel-rides along the beach, and baking. Very touristy, lots of topless ladies of age. Lots of small fish swimming right by the shore.
Not expensive, good food and nice atmosphere.
Set in a 2-hectare domain, Hammamet Azur Plaza is 150 m from a private sandy beach. It features an outdoor swimming pool with a solarium, and air-conditioned rooms. All the rooms have a balcony or terrace with views of the swimming pool or surrounding area. The mini club welcomes children aged from 4 to 14. It features a playground and a small pool is open on school holidays.
Occidental Hammamet
Le Royal Hammamet lies on the beautiful beach of Yasmine Hammamet, near the marina. Nearby are Hammamet's Medina, casino, cultural centre and golf clubs. Spa, a heated swimming pool, Turkish bath, fitness hall and hair salon. Nightclub, kids' club and amusement arcade, pedal boating, water skiing, and overland tours by camels, horses or 4x4 cars.
Bar/lounge, beach, business centre with Internet access, fitness centre with gym/workout room, free parking, children's activities, restaurant, spa, suites, swimming pool.
By train
5 DT), which is along the main train line and 6 km from Hammamet. You can easily take a taxi from the Bir Bou Regba (Rekba) station to wherever you want to go in Hammamet.
By car
By bus
Louages leave from the Hammamet Louage Station, although mostly if not exclusively to Tunis. That trip should cost about 7 DT and arrives at the Moncef Bey louage station in Tunis.
By boat
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