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Overview

The capital of the country with the same name, this is one of the most popular seaside resorts in the world. The rest here is organized at the highest level - beautiful sea, spacious picturesque beaches, mild climate and high level of service wait for tourists from all over the world. All these factors make this resort simply perfect.

For lovers of picturesque corners, we can recommend Belvedere Park, one of the most beautiful and largest in the city. One of the most iconic streets of the New City, the Habib Bourguiba Avenue arises nearby. Among the most notable places of interest of the region are the Great Mosque and Habib Bourguiba Mausoleum, which were built in the 10th century. There are several interesting sights on the territory of the New City, including the beautiful Saint Vincent de Paul Cathedral - it is the biggest of the remaining buildings of the colonial period.

Climate

With the onset of spring, the weather in the country gradually becomes warm. During the day, the air temperature reaches 15-17°C, and at the end of spring, the temperature reaches 27°C. The weather becomes very clear and sunny, although at least 10 rainy days are recorded in April.

Travel Information

Language: Arabic

Currency: Tunisian Dinar (TND)

Local time: GMT +1

Avg. Flight Time: 2h 55m

Best Time To Visit

Tunis has a hot Mediterranean climate and summer temperatures can top up to 116 degrees Fahrenheit. For avid travellers and explorers, late fall to early spring can be a better and more relaxing to wander in the city and see what all it has to offer.

Tunis Attractions and Activities

1. Carthage

The ancient city of Carthage is just outside of Tunis and has some of the most impressive Roman ruins outside of Rome itself.

2. Ancient Ruins

With a vast array of ancient sites, Tunis has a lot to share when it comes to history. All these sites can be accessed through a very reasonable admission ticket costing TND10.

3. The Medina

The souq in the ancient medina of Tunis sells all manner of goods, from spices to fashion. It is probably one of the most relaxed in North Africa but is still an authentic, working market.

4. Belvedere Park

Belvedere Park is home to the National Center for Living Art, a zoo, and the Lake of Tunis, making for a relaxing escape from the city.

5. Zitouna Mosque

Zitouna Mosque is the largest mosque in Tunisia and dates from the 8th century. From a platform for TND3, this iconic landmark can be seen by tourists.

Airlines Operate Flight to Tunis

Alitalia
Air France
Lufthansa

Time Duration from Different Airports

London to Tunis - 2h 55m
Manchester to Tunis - 5h 20m
Newcastle to Tunis - 6h 10m
Birmingham to Tunis - 4h 45m
Glasgow to Tunis - 6h 25m
Edinburgh to Tunis - 5h 35m
Belfast to Tunis - 7h 5m

Distance to the City Centre

Tunis-Carthage Airport (TUN) is only 5 miles from the city centre and has good links with Europe. A taxi to the city centre will cost around TND5.

Transport from Tunis

The transportation system in Tunis is quite extensive as it offers a plethora of options to wander within the city, comprising trams, subway and TGM light rail system. Driving in Tunis can be daunting, due to confusing driving habits and intermittent road signage. Car rental costs from around TND385 per day, and you'll find outlets of Sixt and Avis in town.

Visa Requirements for Tunis

British passport holders do not require a visa for visits of up to 3 months. There are scenarios where on arrival security checks are held for British passport holders who are not born in the UK. This can take a few hours and you will need to be patient until the clearance is given. For vacations of almost 3 months, your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay; you don’t need any additional period of validity on your passport beyond this.

Tips for your stay in Tunis

Always make sure you are using licensed cabs, especially from the airport, and ask around first about how much the fare should be.
If you hate bargaining, visit one of the government-run Socopa shops for quality souvenirs without the patter.
For hard bargaining, try and learn some Arabic words and phrases over a glass of mint tea from a local person.
Visit Douz at the end of December for the Festival of the Sahara.
If you are a women, be extra active as unwanted attention is extremely common.