El Jem Scavenger Hunt: El Jem: Echoes of the Colosseum
Two hours. One epic El Jem adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore historic landmarks. On this modern day treasure hunt in El Jem you will compete for the top spot in your city. You can start your scavenger hunt any time your group is ready. Learn how it works.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore El Jem. This top rated El Jem Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.25 miles and has 7 stops.
Activity Info: El Jem: Echoes of the Colosseum
Embark on a walking tour through El Jem's downtown, where you will solve riddles and tackle trivia at iconic sites like the Amphitheater of El Jem and the House of the Dolphins. Each stop reveals fascinating stories, local legends, and fun facts about the city's rich Roman heritage. Compete for the top spot on the leaderboard as you complete photo challenges and uncover hidden gems tucked between historic buildings and vibrant streets. Perfect for group outings, family adventures, date nights, or team building, this scavenger hunt offers an immersive and playful way to explore El Jem.
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.
Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt
El Jem Archaeological Museum
Let mosaic masterpieces dazzle you as you wander ancient corridors! El Jem's museum is a gold mine of art, myth, and marvels from a time when local residents ruled the olive oil world. Enjoy a stroll through centuries of Sicilian-influenced color and Roman style.
The Amphitheater of El Jem
Walk in the footsteps of Roman emperors and olive oil barons as you stand before one of the mightiest arenas in Africa. The amphitheater's light and shadows hint at tales of grand spectacles, rebellions, and community spirit. A marvel ready for your discovery!
Thysdrus Archaeological Park
Uncover the lifestyle of Thysdrus elite with a window into fabulous Roman villas. Courtyards and colorful mosaics await, serving as timeless reminders of El Jem's luxurious side. Every walkway brings new details to admire!
House of the Dolphins
Travel back to the days of dolphin mosaics and shaded courtyards! This villa shows how even the smallest details—like playful dolphins—can capture the imagination of both the past and present.
El Djem and the Sahara Douz
History and desert dreams collide on the edge of El Jem! Here, the legendary amphitheater has watched over generations while stones made their way to distant cities. Every path whispers storylines worthy of a Sahara adventure.
Amphitheater of El Djem
Step into ancient El Jem, where stories echo from every stone of a mighty Roman arena. Massive arches and sunlit ruins invite you to uncover secrets of North Africa's own colossus, standing tall for nearly two millennia. Let the thrill of history sweep you into the heart of Thysdrus!
Amphitheatre El Jam
A grandeur that rivals Rome itself! Behold the soaring stone stadium once alive with cheers and chariot wheels. This mighty landmark has played many roles—from sporting arena, to fortress, to the town's stone supply. Step in and join the ongoing story!
How the El Jem Scavenger Hunt works
Explore El Jem like never before. All you need is a phone and some free time! Our cross-platform mobile app (available on iOS and Android) uses GPS and AI photo scanning to help you navigate from stop to stop as you uncover hidden art, history, and culture all around you.
Solve riddles at each stop, complete hilarious photo challenges, and compete with your team to score the most points and top our city-wide leaderboard.
More details
Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: El Jem, Tunisia
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 2.01 KM (1.25 Mi)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun
Extra Admissions: None
Earn The El Jem Scavenger Hunt High Score
Love a little competition? On your photo scavenger hunt, each player on your team will receive interactive challenges. You'll work together to solve riddles, answer trivia and complete photo challenges for a chance to top the El Jem leaderboard—and compete for ultimate bragging rights!
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Team: 1st not Last
Do you have what it takes to be a El Jem Scavenger Hunt champion?
Reviews for El Jem Scavenger Hunt: El Jem: Echoes of the Colosseum
This was so much fun!!! My husband and I had a great time exploring. A great way to spend a day. Highly recommended!!
Carol Hild
Had so much fun today with my team spice girls for Laura Bachelorette party
Pam Fox
Easy and fun adventure. Good way to tour the city
Scot Branham
Super fun! Great team building for a great company function
Maggie Silliman
Lots of fun, and a great activity with a group! We took the light rail down for some extra adventure. We learned a few fun facts.
Terri Hensen
So much fun and not pricey at all. Did it with a group including kids. They had fun too. We will for sure do more hunts in the future.
Tania Paddock
It was good family fun. Great that you can pause to have lunch etc. was fairly easy but didn’t initially realise clues had time limits - hence missed out! Would definitely do another elsewhere.
Joanne Clements
Had lots of fun. Would definitely recommend this as a fun day.
Megan Prenc
Great time with family and friends would definitely do another tour!
Mike Vigil
Had an enjoyable time and visited a place I've not been before.
Stephanie Yencer
Awesome fun! You should try this. Great competition.
Ben Rathbone
Super fun experience reconnecting with my city and work team!
Sabrina Foster
Awesome way to learn more about our beautiful city! Great date night!
Laura Taylor
SO Fun!! It’s a great team bonding experience & fun to learn about the town you’re in. And an added bonus of exercise!
Monica Thomas
That’s a fun way to see the city and it’s history!
Howard Usher
Awesome game -it rocked!!
James Macie
Loved it! Great experience and challenging as well. Highly recommend!
Aaron Doman