Don't Miss in Tunis
 
Haggling in the souks.
The hustle and bustle of the Marché Central.
A visit to Carthage
and Sidi Bou Said.
A visit to the Bardo Museum.
 
Don't Miss in Gammarth
 
A visit to Sidi Bou Said and a mint tea at Café des Nattes or Café Sidi Chabanne, with its amazing view over the marina and the coastline.
A visit of the Antonin Baths, the best preserved Carthage site.
A trip into downtown Tunis to visit the Bardo museum or to explore the souks in the ancient medina.

 

For those who prefer to stay downtown, Tunis offers a variety of hotels within easy distance of the central attractions.

The medina is the ideal place to get a feel for the Tunisian way of life. The souks are real living places and craftsmen can be found practicing their trade on the streets, where each street represents a different craft.

A visit to the Bardo Museum, which is home to the world’s finest collection of mosaics is essential for those who wish to learn a little more about the heritage of the country.

Tunis is close to the historical sites of Carthage and the pretty blue and white artists village of Sidi Bou Said which can be reached by a short taxi ride, or on the TGM (light railway network).


If you fancy some fine dining try Dar El Djeld or Dar Bel Hadj in the medina - these restaurants are located in former palatial homes.


Tunis is the ideal place for a city break offering numerous activities from cultural tours and shopping in the medina to a round of golf and relaxing on the beaches in Gammarth – all this in a city that is only 21/2 hours flying time from London.

Located approximately 15 minutes north of the international airport and 25 minutes from central Tunis, it is the perfect location for those who are looking to combine beach and culture.

Gammarth offers easy access to Carthage and Sidi Bou Said, as well as downtown Tunis, for those who wish to explore the surrounding area.


There are some excellent restaurants in the area. Try Le Grand Bleu or Les Dunes in Gammarth or Au Bon Vieux Temps in Sidi Bou Said.


There is a good light railway service between downtown Tunis and the suburbs of Carthage and Sidi Bou Said. Alternatively taxis are cheap and readily available.

 
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