Tunis Holidays

A buzzing medina, colonial boulevards and spice-scented markets – Tunis is Tunisia’s colourful capital with serious character.

Highlights

• 🕌 Wander the ancient Medina – A maze of souks, minarets and mystery, wrapped in centuries-old charm.

• 🖼️ Bardo Museum brilliance – One of North Africa’s top museums, packed with jaw-dropping Roman mosaics and Islamic art.

• 🌇 French flair with a North African twist – Think Parisian-style cafés next to palm-fringed avenues and street stalls.

• 🛍️ Shop ‘til you souk – Handcrafted lanterns, spices and ceramics await in the bustling backstreets.

Getting around

Tunis is well connected and surprisingly stress-free to navigate. The Tunis Metro (light rail) covers the city and suburbs, including connections to Carthage, Sidi Bou Said and La Marsa via the TGM line. Taxis are everywhere – cheap and cheerful – but do check the meter or haggle a fare up front. Fancy a bit more comfort? Private transfers and ride-hailing apps are available for air-conditioned ease. The city centre itself, especially around the Medina and Avenue Habib Bourguiba, is walkable, so comfy shoes are a must (and maybe a shopping tote… or three).

Things to do for families in Tunis

Tunis is more than a city break – it’s a family-sized adventure waiting to happen. The Medina’s twisting alleys are like a treasure hunt for kids, with bright stalls and curious nooks at every turn. Dar Ben Abdallah, a traditional Tunisian palace turned museum, gives little ones a taste of local life through the ages. For outdoor fun, Belvedere Park is great for picnics and home to Tunis Zoo, where you can spot everything from monkeys to flamingos. Add in Carthage Land (an amusement park just outside the city) and nearby beach days in La Marsa, and you've got smiles for miles.

Things to do for couples in Tunis

If you're craving a mix of romance and culture, Tunis delivers. Meander through the UNESCO-listed Medina, hand-in-hand beneath hanging carpets and colourful arches. Stop for a rose-scented mint tea in a quiet courtyard café, or get lost (intentionally) in the maze of souks and stalls. Art-loving duos will adore the Bardo Museum, housed in a 19th-century palace. And when golden hour hits, take a stroll down Avenue Habib Bourguiba – all wide boulevards and belle-époque buildings – before heading to a stylish bistro or rooftop bar for a candlelit feast. City break, but make it steamy.

Things to do for groups in Tunis

Group travel gets a glow-up in Tunis. There’s something for every kind of squad – from market-hopping in the Medina’s artisan alleys to snapping selfies in front of Ottoman-era palaces and colonial buildings. For a cultural hit, rally the gang for a visit to the Bardo Museum or the National Theatre if you fancy catching a local performance. Shopping missions? You’re covered. Spice markets, silverware and leather bags are just the beginning. When it’s time to chill, pop into a hookah lounge or hop on the TGM for a beach day in Gammarth. And yes, Tunis nightlife is alive and kicking with rooftop bars, live music, and shisha spots where the night doesn’t end early.

Things to do for foodies in Tunis

Calling all taste travellers – Tunis is your kind of city. Begin with a deep dive into the Medina’s street food scene: grab a brik à l'œuf (crispy pastry stuffed with egg and tuna), sample spicy chickpea soup or snack on sweet bambalouni donuts dusted in sugar. For fine dining, explore the city’s French-Tunisian restaurants where confit duck meets couscous and rosé flows freely. La Goulette is the seafood hub just outside town – think grilled fish, octopus, and prawns served feet-from-the-sea. Don’t skip the Bardo café culture, where the coffee is strong, the mint tea sweeter, and the pastries to die for. Food tours? Highly recommended. Waistbands? Optional.