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Medina
cultureUNESCO old city with souks, mosques, and traditional houses.
Ville Nouvelle
localFrench colonial district with Avenue Habib Bourguiba.
Carthage
sightseeingUNESCO ruins of ancient city near presidential palace.
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faq.subtitle Tunis
Many countries visa-free for 90 days - EU, US, UK, Canada. Stamp on arrival. Russians visa-free too.
YES! Ancient Carthage ruins just 15km from Tunis. UNESCO. Hannibal's city. Take TGM train to Carthage station.
Most liberal Arab country. Alcohol legal. Women's rights most advanced in Arab world. Secular government.
World's largest Roman mosaic collection! Former palace. Stunning ancient art. One of world's great museums.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Tunis
Visit Sidi Bou Said at sunset - iconic blue and white village. TGM train from Tunis 20 min. Cafe des Delices for views. Most photographed spot in Tunisia. Stop at Carthage on the way.
Bardo Museum essential - world's best Roman mosaics in former palace. Allow 3+ hours. ~15 TND entry. Carthage, Roman Tunisia history. One of world's great museums. Don't miss.
Explore medina without guide first - less hassle than Morocco. Ez-Zitouna Mosque (courtyard open to non-Muslims). Souks for spices, carpets, ceramics. Bargain at 50% of asking. Get lost, find treasures.
Try brik (fried pastry with egg), couscous, harissa everything, mint tea. Tunisian food spicy! French influence in pastries. Alcohol available - Celtia beer, Boukha (fig brandy). Very affordable eating.
Weather
Average temperature by month
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Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Budget meal
8 - 15 د.ت
~11.5 $
Mid-range
25 - 50 د.ت
~37.5 $
Fine dining
70 - 150 د.ت
~110 $
Street Food
Local dish
3 - 8 د.ت
~5.5 $
Drinks
Coffee
2 - 5 د.ت
~3.5 $
Local beer
5 - 10 د.ت
~7.5 $
Groceries
Water 1.5L
1 - 2 د.ت
~1.5 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Accommodation
Hotels and rental prices
Hostel dorm
25 - 50 د.ت / night
~37.5 $
Guesthouse
60 - 120 د.ت / night
~90.0 $
Hotel 3★
150 - 300 د.ت / night
~225 $
Hotel 5★
350 - 700 د.ت / night
~525 $
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
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common
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Cash dominant! Dinar local currency. Cards accepted at hotels, large restaurants. Medina, souks, taxis cash-only. ATMs common but often run empty. Bring EUR to exchange. Cash-based economy.
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ATB, BIAT, Banque de Tunisie ATMs in Tunis. Often run empty - withdraw when you find working one. AVOID: Airport exchange - poor rates. Bring EUR cash - best accepted foreign currency. Medina and souks cash-only. Avenue Habib Bourguiba has most ATMs. North African capital - affordable.
location.payment.tipping
10%
10% expected in restaurants. Hotel staff 5-10 TND. Guides 20-30 TND per day. Tipping appreciated for services.
Safety
Medium safety level
Follow standard precautions
Tunis generally safe for tourists. Petty theft in medina - watch bags. Avoid political demonstrations. Border areas restricted. After Arab Spring now stable democracy. Hassle less than Morocco. Women should dress modestly.