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Al-Zaytuna Mosque
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Al-Zaytuna Mosque is the oldest and largest mosque in Tunis, founded in 698 AD and expanded over centuries. It has served as a major center of Islamic learning, with a university that attracted scholars from across the Muslim world. The mosque's architecture blends various styles, including a striking minaret and a vast prayer hall with 184 columns. Visitors can explore the courtyard and the library, which holds thousands of ancient manuscripts. Non-Muslims are generally not permitted inside the prayer hall but can admire the exterior and courtyard.
Don't miss
- Admire the 9th-century minaret and its intricate stonework
- See the ancient columns recycled from Roman and Byzantine buildings
- Visit the library to view rare manuscripts and Islamic texts
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Al-Zaytuna Mosque
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inWalking Tour through the Medina of Tunis(Pay what you want)5★ · 218 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$2 per personSee dates →
Best full dayFrom Dubai: Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Guided Tour4.9★ · 1,861 travelers5–6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$52 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleTunis,Carthage&Sidi Bou Said:Premium Private Day Tour with Pickup5★ · 33 travelers6–8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$29 per personSee dates →More attractions in Tunis