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By TGM Train

The TGM train is a good carrier for traveling from the main city to the suburbs or the beaches of Marsa. The train lines are between 1 and 4 and passengers board from the Tunis Marine station for their journey for 680 millimies (one way). The TGM, having a small reach, connects the closest areas around Tunis including La Goulette, Sidi Bou Saïd and Carthage.

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By TGM Train

The TGM train is a good carrier for traveling from the main city to the suburbs or the beaches of Marsa. The train lines are between 1 and 4 and passengers board from the Tunis Marine station for their journey for 680 millimies (one way). The TGM, having a small reach, connects the closest areas around Tunis including La Goulette, Sidi Bou Saïd and Carthage.

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By domestic train - Societe Nationale des Chemins de Fer Tunisiens (SNCFT)

Unlike the TGM, the domestic train reaches beyond Tunis and provides easy commute to different cities of Tunisia. The train journey, from the station in Palace Barcelone through the forests, landscapes and hills of Tunis is a pleasant ride with picturesque scenes and a fun filled experience.

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By Lounges (shared Taxis)

Another popular way to explore Tunis is to buy a ticket for a shared Taxi. This taxi is similar to a minivan with a capacity of 7 to 8 people. Lounges in Tunis do not have any fixed schedules for taking off, the drivers wait for 8 people to gather in the lounge station for the ride to start. Shared taxis may be a very good way of going sightseeing because of their flexibility, convenience and reasonable price. However, some tourists express disdain at the high speed these taxi cruise at! One can look at various markets along the way and not worry about fixed timings as in metros and subways however, some tourists express disdain at the high speed these taxi cruise at! Lounge stations are located in the north and south, near the bus station. Following are the taxi companies serving Tunis.

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On Foot

If you are in Tunis for sightseeing and want to leave no stone unturned, travelling by foot is the most suitable and adventurous way to cover the landmarks in the medina as well as the new city. Walking travel tours are also offered by the tourist office because in the medina, walking is the only way possible to move ahead! Therefore, if you are on your own or with friends chose to go on foot for a memorable experience.

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