Built in the 17th century, Sidi Youssef Dey Mosque was the first Ottoman-style mosque in Tunis, designed by Andalusian architect Ibn Ghalib. Its eclectic mix of influences reflects the era’s cultural exchanges. Flanked by Turkish souqs — El Trouk (once tailors, now clothing and embroidery), El Berka (formerly a slave market, later jewellery traders), and El Bechamkia (slippers and shoes) — the mosque served the city’s Ottoman-era merchants. The minaret, topped with a distinctive green-tiled pyramidal crown, became a model for later Ottoman designs in Tunis. Its octagonal shape, novel at the time, subtly asserted Ottoman authority. Inside, the mosque houses the tombs of Youssef Dey, commander of the janissaries, and his family. Sidi Youssef remains an active mosque, so plan visits outside prayer times, when non-Muslim visitors may enter. Its striking architecture, both inside and out, anchors a neighbourhood rich with history.

The Cozumel Reefs National Marine Park is a diver's and snorkeller's paradise, showcasing the island's most celebrated underwater treasures. It features renowned dive sites such as the Palancar, Columbia, and Paradise reefs, where you can explore stunning coral formations and encounter an array of marine life. Dive into the dramatic Devil’s Throat at Punta Sur or discover the historic Felipe Xicoténcatl shipwreck, a WWII minesweeper now home to an impressive array of sea creatures. With up to 26 species of coral and 300 species of fish, the park offers an unforgettable underwater adventure in one of the Caribbean's most spectacular marine environments.

Travel back to ancient times at this renovated Roman-age villa, discovered only recently in the 19th century. It houses an archaeological museum, and has well-tended rose and herb gardens. Special programmes like donkey tours and overnight stays can be organised here too.