Tunis

Ancient souks, whitewashed hilltop villages and Mediterranean light in Tunisia's storied capital

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Tunis is Tunisia’s capital, built around a UNESCO-listed Medina of covered souks, tiled courtyard houses and centuries-old mosques, with the French-built Ville Nouvelle and its grand boulevard spreading out beyond Bab el Bhar. Our local picks run from rooftop cafes and perfume souks to the Bardo Museum’s Roman mosaics and day trips out to Carthage and Sidi Bou Said. More hand-picked recommendations are on the way – filter by category and budget below.

Tunis at a glance

Ideal stay: 2 to 3 days
Best time to visit: March to May or September to November
Highlights: the Medina souks, the Bardo National Museum and Sidi Bou Said
Where to stay: inside the Medina or around Avenue Habib Bourguiba
Local picks: a growing set of hand-chosen tips
Getting around: a walkable Medina, plus taxis and the TGM train out to the coast

Where to stay in Tunis

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Cafe du Souk

Cafe du Souk occupies a converted fondouk, a merchant’s inn, tucked into the alleys near Souk El Trouk in the heart of the Medina, and it wears its history well across three…

★ 4.2

Dar Belhadj

Dar Belhadj serves Tunisian home cooking inside a restored medina mansion on Rue du Tamis, its courtyard and dining rooms lined with the carved plasterwork and painted tilework typical of a 19th-century…

★ 4.3

Fondouk El Attarine

Fondouk El Attarine serves refined Tunisian cooking inside a restored caravanserai in Souk El Attarine, the Medina’s old perfume market, with a plant-filled courtyard rising several storeys under open sky.

★ 4.2

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Tunis travel FAQ

How many days do you need in Tunis?

Two to three days covers the Medina's souks and monuments, the Bardo Museum and a half-day trip out to Carthage and Sidi Bou Said.

Where is the best area to stay in Tunis?

A guesthouse inside the Medina puts you in the thick of the souks, while the Ville Nouvelle around Avenue Habib Bourguiba has more modern hotels within easy walking distance of Bab el Bhar.

What are the best things to do in Tunis?

Browse the local picks above, from the perfume and chechia souks to the Bardo Museum's mosaics, Dar Lasram's Medina conservation exhibition, and the Medina's historic gates and squares.

What is the best time to visit Tunis?

Spring and autumn bring warm, dry days without summer's heat, which can make walking the Medina uncomfortable at midday. Winters are mild but can be wet. Please check current travel advice before planning a trip.