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Tunis - Tunisia
Tunis has become an attractive tourist spot in Africa, with wide coastlines, refreshing beaches and a variety of water activities on one end of the city. On the other end the city is surrounded by the blazing Sahara desert which stands as a challenging escapade to trekkers and participants of the Sahara run. With such stark contrasts of beaches and deserts, the city has come to be one of mixed cultures, traditions and values where French liberalism alongside Arabic values has framed a very open and accepting mindset of...Read More

Hotels In Tunis

Built on modern, state of the art architecture and design, the Laico Tunis is an attraction in...
The youth hostel, hidden deep in the heart of the medina, is a classic example of African...
Sparkling clean and polished white is the Tunisia Palace in the heart of the city with wide...
A good choice of accommodation for a few days would include the La Maison Doree located near the...

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Muslim Information

Masjid Information

In Muslim countries there is usually a Mosque at every street corner so we are not listing masjids here.

Halal Restaurants

In Muslim countries the food served in most restaurants is Halal so we are not listing halal restaurants here.

Prayer Timings

FajrSunrise ZuhrAsr MaghribIsha
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Transportation/Getting Around

By domestic train - Societe Nationale des Chemins de Fer Tunisiens (SNCFT)
Unlike the TGM, the domestic train ...
By TGM Train
The TGM train is a good carrier ...
By light metro
A very convenient and enjoyable ...
By Car
Families that wish to move around ...
On Foot
If you are in Tunis for ...
By Lounges (shared Taxis)
Another popular way to explore ...

Tunis - Tunisia

Tunis History
Tunis has been home to world’s greatest civilizations, including the Arabs, Romans, Vandals, Byzantines, Turks, Spanish and French, all of whom have left their marks on Tunisia’s monuments, culture, language and way of life. Tunis achieved importance as the capital of Tunisia after the 7th century when the Arabs were dominant in the country and realized the importance of the strategic location of the city.

From 1159 to 1270, the city exchanged hands between the Arabs and French and remained turbulent during the 16th and 8th century after which the Ottoman Empire brought... read more

Tunis Youth Hostel
The youth hostel, hidden deep in the heart of the medina, is a classic example of African...
Blue Oasis Guest House
To differentiate itself from other hotels around Tunis, the management here offers a free ride from...
La Maison Doree
A good choice of accommodation for a few days would include the La Maison Doree located near the...
Golf Royal
If you prefer to live close by to all major attractions in Tunis and have a pleasant stay, opt for...
Hotel Transatlantique
Rising up on four floors with a nice view of the city below, the Transatlantique is a very spacious...
Carlton Hotel
With the Carthage, the Airport and the port of La Goulette clustered close by, the Carlton has been...

Palmarium
A downtown shopping arcade, the Palmarium stands three stories tall and houses 200 shops of...
Souk Ech-Chaouachiya
With a history dating back to the 17th century, Souk Ech Chaouachiya still manages to please its...
Souk El Trouk
This entire market has been dedicated to selling special Tunisian artifacts ever since the 17th...
Hanout Arab
One of the more expensive gift shops in the Medina is the famous Hanout Arab with its fixed price...
Palais d'Orient
Palais d’Orient is the best place one can find in Tunis for hand woven rugs and handicrafts....
Ed-Dar
An entire mansion encloses the goods that Ed-Dar has to offer to the tourists visiting Tunis. Many...

Tunis Furniture Exhibition
Liven up your homes with the aesthetic displays at the Furniture Exhibition in Tunis during...
Medina Festival
Introducing the Arabic culture to visitors during Ramadan is the Medina Festival, a delightful...
Mediterranean Guitar Festival
Highlighting the French culture in Tunis is this Musical gala that is organized all across the city...
International Automobile Exhibition
The Automobile display attracts one of the largest crowds in Tunis. Locals and tourists of all ages...
Tunis International Film Festival
To keep its tourists entertained and its locals up to date, Tunis holds an international Film...
International Packaging and Printing Exhibition
As an effective means of synergizing all sectors involved in the packaging, printing and graphic...

Margaritas
Cuisine: French & Middle Eastern
A very lively and cheerful atmosphere welcomes you at...
Mahdaoui
Cuisine: Tunisian
Comprising of lines of tables set in 2 lanes by the...
Le Tam Tam
Cuisine: Mediterranean
A young and trendy clientele is the biggest asset...
Restaurante Les 3 Étoiles
Cuisine: Tunisian
Perhaps the cheapest food available in Tunis with a tag...
Mamie Lily
Cuisine: Judeo-Tunisian/ North American
Apart from good food, Mamie Lily...
Abid
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
If you like challenging your taste buds with some...

Fast Facts
•    Location: Tunis lies on the Mediterranean coastline of the Gulf of Tunis with beautiful hills surrounding its perimeter and the Sahara surrounding the South of Tunisia. Being the smallest city in North Africa, Tunis is a bundle of surprises with the festive and historical sites in store for visitors.
•    Dialing Codes:  country code: 216 ; city code: 71
•    Emergency (police or ambulance): Police: 197
                                                                Ambulance: 190
                                                                Firefighters: 198
Free emergency call: 112
•    Airport enquiry: Tunis-Carthage Airport : +216 (0)1 755 000    
•    Population:  728453 Read More

 

When To Go

When to go
Being a Mediterranean city, Tunis has extreme temperatures. In the summers, as one approaches the Sahara in the south, one can experience extreme heat as well as very bitter winters in the north. ...

Kids In Tow

Tunis Zoo
Set on a small scale in a shady park, Tunis Zoo is a major attraction for children and family ...

Health & Safety

Health & Safety
A common problem encountered in Tunis by any tourists is teens pretending to be unofficial tour guides. They can be spotted mostly near ...