Tunis at a glance
Tunis is two cities in one: the medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the modern city built in colonial times around Avenue Habib Bourguiba, with its cafés and Art Nouveau façades.
To the north-east, across the lake, lie Carthage, Sidi Bou Saïd and La Marsa, linked to the centre by the TGM train. Everything is close, but traffic can be heavy: a driver saves a lot of time.
What to see in town
In the medina, the Zitouna Mosque is the heart of the old town; around it, the souks are organised by trade: perfume makers, chechia makers, fabrics, goldsmiths. Several palaces and mansions, such as Dar Ben Abdallah, showcase the architecture of the great Tunis families.
The Bardo Museum has one of the richest collections of Roman mosaics in the world; check its opening days before you go. In Carthage, the Antonine Baths, Byrsa Hill and the Punic ports tell a thousand years of history, before you end the day in Sidi Bou Saïd at sunset.
- The medina and the Zitouna Mosque
- The souks and Dar Ben Abdallah
- Avenue Habib Bourguiba
- The Bardo Museum
- Carthage and Sidi Bou Saïd
The best day trips from Tunis
Our Line 1 combines Carthage, Sidi Bou Saïd and the medina in a single day, with no parking or public transport to worry about. From Tunis, Dougga and Bulla Regia (Line 3) are about 1 h 45 away: it's the ideal departure city for these Roman sites.
The Cap Bon tour and Zaghouan are about an hour away. Kairouan and El Jem make for a longer day, but are still doable with an 8 am start.
Practical information
Tunis-Carthage airport is about 15 minutes from the centre. Taxis are plentiful, but for excursions outside the city, a private vehicle is still the simplest option.
Your driver collects you from your hotel, your guesthouse in the medina (as close as possible, since the lanes are pedestrianised) or your apartment.
Our excursions from Tunis
Frequently asked questions
How many days do you need to visit Tunis?
Two days let you see the medina, the Bardo, Carthage and Sidi Bou Saïd without rushing. Add a day for Dougga or Cap Bon.
Can you visit Carthage and Sidi Bou Saïd on the same day?
Yes, they are right next to each other. Our Line 1 adds the Tunis medina.
Which excursion should I take from Tunis?
Dougga and Bulla Regia (Line 3), the finest Roman sites in the country, are closer to Tunis than to the coast.
