Hightlight
- Historical Site / Village
Perched high on a cliff above the Gulf of Tunis, Sidi Bou Said is a stunning village where every building is painted in a uniform palette of brilliant white and deep sky-blue. Walking through its narrow, cobblestone streets, you are surrounded by the scent of jasmine and the sight of intricately carved blue doors framed by bright pink bougainvillea. The village has long been a haven for artists and writers, who come for the incredible light and the sweeping views of the Mediterranean from the cliffside cafes. A visit to the famous Café des Nattes offers a chance to relax on traditional mats and sip mint tea in a setting that hasn’t changed in a century. It is a place of pure aesthetic joy, where every corner feels like a living painting.
- Where it is: About 20 km from Tunis.
- What you can expect to see: Art galleries, traditional cafes like Café des Nattes, and sweeping Mediterranean views.
- How much it is to get in: Free (Public Village).
- What people say: Frequently called ‘the most beautiful village in Tunisia,’ it’s a favorite for sunset walks.
- Interesting fact: The blue-and-white color scheme was introduced in the 1920s by a French baron.
