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Tunisia✨ 10 best things to do in Tunisia

Things to do in Tunisia

1. Explore CarthageWalk among the ruins of the ancient city that once challenged Rome.
2. Stroll Sidi Bou SaidWander white-and-blue streets with sea views and café terraces.
3. See El Djem's amphitheatreStand in one of the largest Roman amphitheatres in the world.
4. Discover the Bardo MuseumAdmire one of the world's greatest collections of Roman mosaics.
5. Get lost in the Tunis medinaExplore souks, mosques and palaces in the UNESCO-listed old city.
6. Visit KairouanAdmire the Great Mosque, among the oldest in North Africa.
7. Ride a camel in DouzHead into the Sahara dunes from the 'Gateway to the Sahara'.
8. See Star Wars setsVisit film locations near Tozeur and Matmata.
9. Relax on DjerbaEnjoy beaches, whitewashed villages and the El Ghriba synagogue.
10. Explore DouggaWalk through one of the best-preserved Roman towns in North Africa.

Tunisia🗺️ Where to visit in Tunisia

Where to go in Tunisia

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  TunisNorth · capitalA historic medina, the Bardo Museum and colonial avenues.
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  Sidi Bou SaidNorth · coastal villageA postcard-perfect village above the Gulf of Tunis.
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  CarthageNorth · ancient cityUNESCO-listed ruins of Punic and Roman Carthage.
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  El DjemCentre · Roman amphitheatreA huge, well-preserved Roman arena.
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  KairouanCentre · holy cityTunisia's spiritual heart with a historic mosque and medina.
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  DjerbaSouth · islandBeaches, traditional villages and a mix of cultures.
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  TozeurSouthwest · desert oasisPalm groves, brick architecture and nearby desert landscapes.
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  DouggaNorthwest · Roman ruinsA remarkably intact Roman town on a hillside.

Tunisia🌦️ Weather & best time to visit Tunisia

Best time to visit Tunisia

Tunisia has a Mediterranean climate in the north and a desert climate in the south. Coastal areas are mild, while the Sahara is extremely hot in summer and cold at night in winter.

Typical daytime highs and rain in Tunis (approximate averages).

Tunisia🎉 Festivals & events in Tunisia

• December
  International Festival of the SaharaDouz hosts camel races, music and Bedouin traditions.
• July-August
  Carthage International FestivalConcerts and performances in the Roman theatre of Carthage.
• July-August
  El Djem Symphonic Music FestivalClassical music in the ancient amphitheatre.
• Spring
  Ghriba PilgrimageJewish pilgrims gather at Djerba's historic El Ghriba synagogue.

Tunisia🧭 Tunisia itinerary ideas

How many days in Tunisia?

Tunisia🎒 Backpacking Tunisia – tips & hacks

Backpacker budget: about $25–45 a day

• Louages (shared minibuses) are cheap and connect most towns.
• Trains link Tunis with coastal cities at low fares.
• Eat at local restaurants for couscous, lablabi and brik at very low prices.
• Stay in medina guesthouses for budget-friendly, authentic accommodation.
• Bargain in souks – it's expected and part of the fun.

Tunisia🛡️ Safety & money in Tunisia

Emergency: 197 police · 198 fire · 190 ambulance

Tunisia🛬 Getting to Tunisia

Tunis-Carthage International Airport is the main gateway, with Enfidha-Hammamet, Monastir and Djerba airports serving charter and regional flights. Ferries connect Tunis with Italy and France.

✈️ Cheap flights to Tunisia: airports, flight times & best time to fly →

Tunisia💡 Did you know? 5 facts about Tunisia

• Several Star Wars scenes were filmed in Tunisia, and Tatooine was named after the town of Tataouine.
• Carthage was home to the general Hannibal.
• Tunisia is the northernmost country in Africa.
• The Bardo Museum holds one of the world's largest collections of Roman mosaics.
• Harissa chilli paste is a staple of Tunisian cuisine.

Tunisia❓ Tunisia travel FAQ

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