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 property of Baroness Karen Blixen between 1917 and 1931, who came to Africa to engage in dairy farming and whose autobiography inspired the Oscar-winning movie "Out of Africa", this museum is an homage to the famous Danish author's life and the history of British East Africa.

The Claire VG Thomas Theatre is home to the Lynden Performing Arts Guild, a non-profit community theatre group. They produce at least four shows a year in this intimate 150 seat theater, including favorites like Little Shop of Horror.