Visit Tunis - Come to Tunisia

Home to cosmopolitan cafes, bustling souks and a myriad of archaeological vestiges, not to mention what is arguably the world’s finest collection of Roman mosaics, Tunisia’s capital is an ideal year-round short break destination.

Just a few miles from Tunis is the coastal resort of Gammarth, where fabulous five star hotels can be found, all of which provide easy access to Tunis city centre, Carthage and Sidi Bou Said.

One of the prettiest villages the Bay of Tunis, Sidi Bou Said has long been the haunt of artists and writers such as Paul Klee, Simone de Beauvoir, Andre Gide and Michel Foucault. This is reflected in the Maison du Baron d’Erlanger, originally a millionaire’s retreat, now a centre of Arab and Mediterranean music and concert venue. The village is also a favourite destination for yachters. It has the 360 moorings and is able to provide all the additional support facilities expected of a well-equipped marina.

Getting around

Taxis are cheap and readily available, although walking around the city centre is the most practical option. Electric trains runs between Tunis centre and the suburbs of La Marsa, La Goulette, Carthage and Sidi Bou Said, and a new tram system operates in city centre.

Don’t miss

Sumptuous traditional restaurants in the souks.

Panoramic view of the minarets and mosques of old Tunis from the rooftop terraces in the Medina.

The view from Bysra Hill over ancient Carthage and one of the most stunning bays in the Mediterranean.

The hustle and bustle of the Marche Central.

Turkish coffee and chicha pipe at Café Sidi Chebaane or Café des Nattes in Sidi Bou Said.