Money and payments
Cards and cash
You can withdraw local cash with a MasterCard or Visa card at many ATMs all over Tunisia.
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The Republic of Tunisia (Arabic: تونس Tūnis), is a country in North Africa bordering the Mediterranean Sea. Tourist infrastructure is well developed, and there are several ways to enjoy the loveliness of Tunisia, including spending time on the gorgeous Mediterranean beaches, viewing its ancient ruins, living its thriving desert culture, or sampling its delicious cuisine.
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Cards and cash
You can withdraw local cash with a MasterCard or Visa card at many ATMs all over Tunisia.
Ask for a carte prépayée for a prepaid SIM card.
Mobile networks
The tap water in the high-end Tunis-Carthage-Marsa area seems to be safe (2006).
Tunisia, especially in tourist destinations and major cities, has hospitals of international standard. The quality of medical care is generally better and more accessible in the capital Tunis and other major cities.
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Tunisia is a Muslim-majority country, and one should be mindful of the dress code depending on the region.
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Attractions, food, stays and travel essentials, with ratings, reviews, opening hours and directions.
the laid-back capital of Tunisia with easy access to Carthage and a very authentic souk
large town on the east coast, mostly a rail and bus transit point
a major site for Islamic pilgrimage
Byzantine and Ottoman architecture in this small town in the northwest
being former capital, mahdia is a Tunisian coastal city with 76,513 inhabitants, south of Monastir and southeast of Sousse.
ancient city with a history back to Phoenician times; these days it is home of the main charter flight airport in the country
historic town with a great old kasbah; also access to the Kerkennah Islands
a for its architecture and a popular beach resort
The ruins of Carthage (Arabic: قرطاج, Qarṭāj) are in Tunisia, 15 km north of Tunis.
Djerba is an island and a cultural UNESCO World Heritage Site in south Tunisia with beautiful sandy beaches and beautiful, peaceful and silent countryside. One from the best ecological destinations in the world, this island preserves its traditions and its unique architectural theme.
Dougga is a small town in the north of Tunisia that holds the extensive ruins of a Roman town, set on a hilltop, overlooking surrounding valleys with olive plantations, featured on the UNESCO World Heritage list. It also has several other monuments dating from pre-Roman times.
El Jem is a town of 22,000 people (2014) in the east of Tunisia that holds the remains of a UNESCO World Heritage listed Roman amphitheater.
Jebil National Park is in Tunisia.
Kerkouane (also Kerkuane) is in Tunisia.
Ksar Ghilane (قصر غيلان) is an oasis in Southern Tunisia located on the boundary of the Grand Erg Oriental.
Matmata is a village in the south of Tunisia, famous for its troglodyte (cave) dwellings. Scenes from a number of Star Wars movies were filmed here.
Places in Tunisia on the World Heritage List.
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The capital Tunis, all of the north coast and mountains, and a number of very popular Mediterranean beach resorts
The southern beach resorts and the bus route to Libya
The Saharan hinterland - rocky plains, dunes, desert trekking and some major archaeological sites
Public transport and paid services in Tunisia.
By train
The national train company SNCFT runs trains from Tunis south to Sousse, Sfax and Monastir.
By bus
Long distance bus (called car) is also a safe and economic way to travel between major cities such as Tunis, Nabeul, Hammamet, etc.
By car
Tunisian highways resemble US Interstate or the highways of Europe with a dual carriageway: A-1 runs from Tunis south heading to Sfax, A-4 runs from Tunis north heading to Bizerte, and A-3 runs from…
By taxi
Private taxis are reasonably priced even for long-distance travel, just be sure to agree on the fare before you set off.
Apps for booking a taxi or a ride in Tunisia.
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Operators checked against their official websites in October 2026; services that have stopped running are not listed. Logos and Wikipedia links: Wikidata (CC0)
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Calculated from climate averages: mild daytime highs and lower rainfall. It does not account for festivals, crowds or prices.
Average conditions in Tunis
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. high | 15° | 15° | 18° | 21° | 25° | 30° | 34° | 34° | 29° | 26° | 20° | 16° |
| Avg. low | 8° | 7° | 9° | 11° | 14° | 18° | 22° | 22° | 20° | 17° | 12° | 9° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 64 | 50 | 63 | 54 | 35 | 20 | 7 | 21 | 65 | 61 | 57 | 66 |
| Humidity | 78% | 77% | 76% | 73% | 68% | 61% | 57% | 58% | 67% | 72% | 75% | 78% |
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Budget
$40
Per person, per day
Mid-range
$100
Per person, per day
Luxury
$260
Per person, per day
| Budget | Mid-range | Luxury | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | $20 | $55 | $155 |
| Food and drink | $10 | $20 | $45 |
| Local transport | $5 | $10 | $20 |
| Activities | $5 | $15 | $40 |
Estimate from World Bank price levels (2025). Actual costs vary by city and season. World Bank
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We do not label countries as safe or unsafe. Below is the official advice from two governments, with the date it was last updated. Always read the full advice before you travel.
US Department of State
Level 2 of 4Exercise increased caution
There was no change to the advisory level. The Crime and Unrest risk indicators were added. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise Increased Caution in Tunisia due to terrorism, crime, and unrest. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do Not Travel to: Within 16 km of the Algerian border due to terrorism, except for the cities of Tabarka and Ain Draham. Within 16 km of the border with Libya due to terrorism. Mount Chaambi National Park, Mount Salloum, Mount Sammamma, and Mount Mghila in Kasserine governorate due to terrorism. Mount Orbata area in the Gafsa governorate due to terrorism. The desert south of Remada as it is a military zone. Advisory summary U.S. government employee travel restrictions U.S. government employees working in Tunisia are not allowed to travel to the following locations without prior coordination with the Tunisian government due to safety risks: 16 km of both the Algerian and Libyan border Mount Chaambi National Park Mount Salloum Mount Sammamma Mount Mghila in Kasserine governorate Mount Orbata in Gafsa governorate The military zone south of Remada U.S. citizens in Tunisia are strongly advised to take the same precautions and not travel to these areas for any reason. Terrorism There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Tunisia. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more. Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Tunisia. Terrorist groups and individuals may attack, and may do so without warning or a pre-meditated target. There…
UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Advises against all travel to parts of the country
Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against travel Western Tunisia, including the Tunisia-Algeria border FCDO advises against all travel to: the Chaambi Mountains National Park the designated military operations zones: Mount Salloum Mount Sammamma Mount Mghila This is due to cross-border terrorist activity and operations by the Tunisian security forces. In addition, FCDO advises against all but essential travel to: areas north and west of the town of Ghardimaou in Jendouba Governorate, including El Feidja National Park within 20km of the Tunisia-Algeria border in El Kef and Jendouba governorates, south of the town of Jendouba Kasserine Governorate, including the town of Sbeitla within 10km of the rest of the Tunisia-Algeria border south of Kasserine Governorate within 10km of Mount Mghila Mount Orbata Southern Tunisia, including the Tunisia-Libya border FCDO advises against all travel to: the militarised zone south of the towns of El Borma and Dhehiba within 20km of the rest of the Tunisia-Libya border area north of Dhehiba the town of Ben Guerdane and immediate surrounding area This is due to cross-border terrorist activity and fighting in Libya. In addition, FCDO advises against all but essential travel to within 75km of the Tunisia-Libya border, including Remada and El Borma but excluding Zarzis, the C118 road and all areas in Medenine Governorate north of the road. Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel. Before you…
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