Tunisia Travel Guide
Tunisia is one of the most underrated travel destinations in the Mediterranean. Small, safe to explore and easy to reach from Europe, it packs golden beaches, Roman ruins, white and blue villages and the Sahara Desert into one country.
In a single trip you can walk through the ancient ruins of Carthage, drink mint tea in the blue streets of Sidi Bou Said, stand inside one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters in the world and ride a camel into the dunes of Douz.
Whether you are looking for a relaxing beach holiday or a real adventure, this guide will help you discover the best places to visit in Tunisia, when to go, how much it costs and the hidden gems most travelers miss.
Everything you need to know about Tunisia
Before you pack your bags, read these practical guides. They cover the best time to visit, how much a trip to Tunisia costs, visas, getting around, what to wear and the local customs every traveler should know.
- Tunisia Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors
- Best Time to Visit Tunisia
- How Much Does a Trip to Tunisia Cost?
- Tunisia Visa Guide for Tourists
- Where to Stay in Tunis: Best Areas and Hotels
- Best Travel Insurance for Tunisia
- Is Tunisia Safe for Tourists?
- 7 Days in Tunisia: Perfect Itinerary
- Best All-Inclusive Resorts in Tunisia
- Best Things to Do in Djerba
- Best Day Trips from Tunis
- Sahara Desert Tours from Douz
- Star Wars Filming Locations in Tunisia
- Best Beaches in Tunisia
Why Tunisia Should Be Your Next Trip
Tunisia has more history than most travelers expect. Carthage was once one of the most powerful cities of the ancient world, the amphitheater of El Jem is bigger than many in Italy, and Dougga is one of the best-preserved Roman towns in Africa.
The coast is perfect for a beach holiday. Hammamet, Sousse, Monastir and the island of Djerba offer long sandy beaches, clear blue water and warm weather from May to October, with prices much lower than in Spain or Greece.
In the south, the Sahara shows a completely different side of the country. You can visit the underground houses of Matmata, explore the Star Wars filming locations near Tozeur, relax in the palm oases of Chebika and Tamerza and spend a night in a desert camp near Douz.
Tunisians are warm and welcoming, and the food is a highlight of every trip. Try a spicy brik, a plate of couscous with fish, fresh harissa and a glass of mint tea with pine nuts. Add short distances and good prices, and Tunisia is one of the easiest countries to explore in North Africa.
Best Cities to Visit in Tunisia
From the blue and white streets of Sidi Bou Said and the ruins of Carthage to the beaches of Djerba and the dunes of the Sahara, every place in Tunisia has its own character. Click on a city below to find what to see, where to stay and the best things to do there.
- Tunis
- Sidi Bou Said
- Carthage
- Hammamet
- Sousse
- Djerba
- Monastir
- Port El Kantaoui
- Mahdia
- Nabeul
- Kairouan
- El Jem
- Tozeur
- Douz
- Matmata
- Tataouine
- Ksar Ghilane
- Chebika
- Tamerza
- Nefta
- Dougga
- Tabarka
- Bizerte
- Kelibia
- La Marsa
- Gammarth
- Zarzis
- Sfax
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Practical guides, trip reports and local tips to help you plan the perfect trip to Tunisia.
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