Things To Do
Wander around Houmt Souk
Enjoy a lemonade or a mint tea, shop for local crafts and silver jewelry, or pick out a fish to have grilled for you at the many restaurants and cafes in this bustling and architecturally stunning neighborhood. Be sure to bring cash and small bills.
Tour the Street Art in Djerbahood
100 international artists came together to create 250 artworks on the walls of this historic neighborhood. Wander around, enjoy the art, or stop at a cafe. You may be approached by a teenager offering you a guided tour--if the price is fair, take them up on it! They have lots of fun facts.
Visit the potters in Guellala
Witness 3000-year old pottery practices in action in the village of Guellala and take home some artisanal ceramics.
Flamingo Island
Take a pirate ship cruise to visit Flamingo Island. Enjoy beautiful, unspoiled beaches shared with wild flamingos. The link below takes you to the most highly recommended tour operator.
Relax on the beach
Plage Sidi Mahrez, or sometimes Sidi Mehrez, is one of the most popular beaches in Djerba. It is lined with resorts, but the majority of the beach remains open to the public. Neighboring hotels offer plenty of amenities .
Visit the El Ghriba synagogue
The El Ghriba synagogue is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oldest and most significant synagogue on the African continent. Modest dress is required for both men and women. Men and women should cover their shoulders and knees, and men should cover their heads, though kippahs and shawls are typically available at the entrance. Please note that the wedding takes place in the week between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, so special observances may be taking place.