Port El Kantaoui works best as a base: the marina, beach and golf are all inside the resort, and the best sights are a short drive away. This list runs from what you can do on foot to the day trips worth leaving the hotel for. For hotels, flights and background on the resort itself, see our Port El Kantaoui guide.
1. Walk the marina
Start with the marina promenade, a flat, traffic-free loop around the harbour with around 340 berths. Late afternoon is the best time: the white arcaded buildings catch the light, and the cafes put out tables. Expect souvenir stalls, ice cream, leather goods and the usual haggling, so settle on a price before you buy. Waterfront restaurants charge more than the streets behind, with grill and fish mains commonly around 25-45 TND per person as of 2026.
2. Take a boat trip
Boat trips leave from the marina and range from short sightseeing loops to half-day outings with swimming stops. A pirate-style ship is the most visible option, and smaller motor boats and fishing excursions are also sold from the quay or through hotel desks. Prices change by season and operator, so ask what is included, how long the trip lasts and whether lunch or drinks are extra. Calm mornings are better than windy afternoons.
3. Play golf at El Kantaoui
El Kantaoui Golf has two 18-hole courses, the Sea and the Panorama, with a driving range, and both are open year-round. Greens fees were listed at approximately 156 TND for 18 holes and 92 TND for 9 as of 2026. Spring and autumn are the best seasons for comfortable temperatures. Book tee times ahead, either directly with the club or through a hotel golf package, and ask about club hire if you are travelling without your own.
4. Spend a family hour at Hannibal Park
Hannibal Park is a small amusement park with fairground rides and two small roller coasters, best for younger children. Plan an hour or two rather than a day, and check opening hours and prices locally because they shift with the season and over Ramadan. It pairs well with an evening stroll along the marina.
5. Beach and water sports
The beach is sandy and wide, with sunbeds and parasols in hotel sections. Jet skis, banana boats, parasailing and pedalos are sold from the sand, and camel and horse rides run along the shore. Agree prices and safety briefings before you start, and use operators recommended by your hotel if you are unsure. Swimming is best from May to October. See our comparison of the best beaches in Tunisia and the nearby beaches in Sousse.
6. Day trip to Sousse medina
The Medina of Sousse is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the best cultural half-day from the resort. A taxi takes around 15 to 20 minutes. Climb the Ribat for views, walk the souks and visit the archaeological museum. Our day trip to Sousse guide has a full route, and the main things to do in Sousse page covers the sights in more detail. A guided Sousse tour is an easy way to combine several stops.
7. El Jem and Monastir
For a longer outing, the Roman amphitheatre at El Jem is about an hour by car and one of the best preserved in the world. Monastir, with its Ribat and mausoleum, is roughly 25 km south. See things to do in Monastir if you want to add it, or compare the two coastal bases in Monastir vs Sousse.
8. Eat and drink beyond the hotel
Many visitors are on all-inclusive plans, but an evening at the marina is worth the extra spend. Fresh grilled fish, brik pastries and mint tea are standard menu items, and shisha cafes stay open late in summer. For a wider choice of local restaurants, take a taxi into town and see our best restaurants in Sousse.
Practical tips
- Season: hotels and shops are fullest from May to October. Several close in winter, so confirm before booking in January or February.
- Getting around: the resort is walkable. For Sousse use a metered taxi and agree the fare for longer trips.
- Airport: pre-book a transfer from Enfidha or read our Enfidha airport transfer guide for fares.
- Prices: figures above are approximate as of 2026 and change by season.