{"id":21824,"date":"2019-08-14T11:37:08","date_gmt":"2019-08-14T09:37:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/?p=21824"},"modified":"2026-02-20T23:26:03","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T21:26:03","slug":"visit-tunis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-tunis\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in Tunis in 3 days &#8211; Complete guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/visit-tunis.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/visit-tunis.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/visit-tunis.jpg\" alt=\"visit Tunis\" class=\"wp-image-22013\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Once a mass tourism destination that received thousands and thousands of tourists per year, including being a popular stopover for a shit load of Mediterranean cruise ships, after the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.com\/news\/world-africa-47183027\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2015 terrorist attacks in Sousse<\/a><\/strong>, the city (and country) saw a massive decline still visible today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many shops were shut down, some tourist attractions were closed and the streets of one of the most charming cities in North Africa were suddenly empty.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After all these years, however, the country seems to be slowly recovering, as the entangled alleys of the Medina seem to finally have come back to life and, in the Roman sites of Carthage, tour groups abound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Locals are happy to see tourists coming back and that&#8217;s why I think now is the best time to travel to Tunis.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide contains <strong>things to do in Tunis <\/strong>in a 3 day-itinerary (including off the beaten track things),&nbsp; as well as everything you need to know regarding transportation tips, best tours and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f2f2f2\">For a full country guide, including a 2-week itinerary and travel tips, read my <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-tunis\/\">Tunisia travel guide<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/travel-to-tunis.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/travel-to-tunis.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/travel-to-tunis.jpg\" alt=\"travel to Tunis\" class=\"wp-image-22019\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:452px;height:auto\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In this Tunis travel guide you will find:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group table-of-contents is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><p class=\"table-of-contents__title\" style=\"font-size:20px\">Table of Contents<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#1\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Why visit<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#2\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Best time to visit<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#3\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Where to stay<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#4\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tours<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#5\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">How to get there<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#6\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">How to move around<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#7\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Things to do in 3 days<\/span><\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#8\">Day 1: The medina<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#9\">Day 2: Bardo, Ville Nouvelle &amp; around<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#10\">Day 3: La Goulette, Carthage, Sidi Bou Said and La Marsa<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#50\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">More Information<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group atc-info-box is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center m-0 has-black-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fe9900\">our recommended travel insurance for Tunisia<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iatitravelinsurance.com\/en-eu\/?r=30867932099453&amp;cmp=tunis_travelguide_en_text\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">IATI Insurance<\/a><\/strong> is the most versatile insurance for any destination, including Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-text-align-center has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iatitravelinsurance.com\/en-eu\/?r=30867932099453&amp;cmp=tunis_travelguide_en_text\" style=\"border-radius:11px;background-color:#fe9900;font-size:16px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">GET 5% DISCOUNT HERE<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1\">Intro: Why visit Tunis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A third Mediterranean, a third European and a third North African, Tunis, the capital of Tunisia, is the Maghrebi city with perhaps, the largest cultural contrasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the wine-lovers, secular people of Carthage to the traditional families from the Medina and their Italian-like local restaurants, the capital of Tunisia has always been kind of in the middle of the way, so that&#8217;s why today, it is a real mix of all its surrounding cultures, to the extent that you will have a hard time trying to define it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I spent 5 days visiting Tunis and I just loved it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I liked it because, on the one hand, you have a great Arab Medina, not very different from the ones in Morocco, but way more welcoming, as you don&#8217;t bump into the classical hustlers that you typically find in the touristic lanes of Morocco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I liked it because as soon as you step out of the Medina, you are suddenly in a quarter with European-like facades, boulangeries, churches and <em>gelato<\/em> stalls, and the air is quite often filled with freshly made Italian pizza.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I liked it because the city is also home to great Roman ruins that overlook the fertile, green lands that surround Tunis and the Gulf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But above all, I liked it because I was very surprised by the complexity of the Tunisian society living in Tunis: on the one hand, traditionally Maghrebi but, on the other, here you find one of the largest Westernized, secular societies I have ever seen in the Arab world, even comparable <a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/beirut-travel-guide\/\"><strong>to Beirut<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add to this, all the things to do in Tunis like visiting impressive sites, mosques, museums and savoring their cuisine, which is a real North African-Italian blend, and you have a first-class tourist destination which you don&#8217;t want to miss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fcc3b7;font-size:18px\"><strong>Is Tunis worth the weekend trip?<\/strong><br>Good question. Whenever you go to such exotic destinations, travelers like to spend several days, but they&#8217;ll never think of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/tunisia-travel-tips-itinerary\/\">traveling to Tunisia<\/a><\/strong> to just visit its capital. If you live in North America or somewhere in Asia, I agree, but seriously, if you are in Europe, you can easily reach Tunis in 2 or 3 hours, and I think it would be a great alternative to the classic European capitals people tend to visit on long weekends. And by the way, you can get a <strong>free visa on arrival<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter wp-image-22023 size-full\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/things-to-see-in-tunis.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/things-to-see-in-tunis.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/things-to-see-in-tunis.jpg\" alt=\"Things to see in Tunis\" class=\"wp-image-22023\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; color: #808080;\"><em>Tunis main Cathedral<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2\">\u26c5 Best time to visit Tunis (the city)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tunis is a Mediterranean city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I visited it in April from Barcelona, and not surprisingly, the weather between both cities was the exact same, perhaps 1 or 2 additional \u00baC.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that, like most south European cities, Tunis is a year-round-destination with 4 different seasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f2f2f2\">Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-muscat\/\"><strong>A guide to visiting Muscat in Oman<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3\">\ud83c\udfe8 Where to stay in Tunis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Backpacker Hostel &#8211; <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Hotel_Review-g293758-d1792146-Reviews-Youth_Hostel_Medina-Tunis_Tunis_Governorate.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Medina Youth Hostel<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;<\/strong> &#8211; Located in the heart of the Medina, this is the most backpacking-friendly hostel in Tunis. Very simple, but cheap, and where you are likely to meet the few backpackers visiting Tunis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Mid-range hotel &#8211; <\/strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/tn\/dar-la-leila.en-gb.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=tunis_travelguide_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Dar La Leila<\/a><\/strong><\/span><strong> &#8211; <\/strong>Super nice, traditionally decorated lovely hotel, the top-rated hotel in Tunis, and super charming staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/tn\/dar-la-leila.en-gb.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=tunis_travelguide_en\" style=\"border-radius:11px;background-color:#0c3b7c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>Check on Booking.com<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Top-end hotel &#8211; <\/strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/tn\/dar-el-jeld-and-spa.en-gb.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=tunis_travelguide_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Dar El Jeld Hotel and Spa<\/a><\/strong><\/span> &#8211; A 5-star but traditional hotel that offers all the luxuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/tn\/dar-el-jeld-and-spa.en-gb.html?aid=1232728&amp;label=tunis_travelguide_en\" style=\"border-radius:11px;background-color:#0c3b7c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>Check on Booking.com<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4\">\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Best tours in Tunis and day tours from Tunis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">I visited Tunis independently, but if you want to visit the mazes of the Medina with a local guide, or just want to do day trips to nearby places with an organized tour, there are many options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">I recommend you look for these tours via <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/tunis-l304\/?partner_id=51CMUEB&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;utm_source=joan%40againstthecompass.com&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">GetYourGuide<\/a><\/strong>, a website that offers a large variety of budget tours which can be booked in just 1 click.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/tunis-l304\/from-tunis-half-day-tour-to-carthage-and-sidi-bou-said-t232287\/?partner_id=51CMUEB&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;utm_source=joan%40againstthecompass.com&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Carthage and Sidi Bou Said<\/a> &#8211; <\/strong>A guided tour through the Roman ruins of Carthage and the Santorini-like city of Sidi Boud Said. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/tunis-l304\/tunis-bardo-national-museum-and-tunis-medina-half-day-tour-t232292\/?partner_id=51CMUEB&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;utm_source=joan%40againstthecompass.com&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Bardo Museum &amp; Medina<\/a> &#8211; <\/strong>The classic Medina and the museum containing one of the largest collection in the world of Roman mosaics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/tunis-l304\/from-tunis-kairouan-el-jem-day-trip-with-lunch-t232257\/?partner_id=51CMUEB&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;utm_source=joan%40againstthecompass.com&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Day trip to Kairouan &amp; El Jem<\/a> &#8211; <\/strong>The holiest city and, perhaps, the biggest standing Roman Amphitheatre in the world, after the Colosseum in Rome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-background-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/tunis-l304\/?partner_id=51CMUEB&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;utm_source=joan%40againstthecompass.com&amp;placement=content-middle\" style=\"border-radius:11px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>CLICK HERE TO CHECK ALL TOURS IN TOURS IN TUNIS<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter wp-image-22015\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/visit-tunis-city.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/visit-tunis-city.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/visit-tunis-city.jpg\" alt=\"visit Tunis city\" class=\"wp-image-22015\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><span style=\"color: #808080;\"><em><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">The alleys of the Medina of Tunis<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5\">\ud83d\udeeb How to travel to Tunis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to visit Tunis by air<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I am pretty sure that, before the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.com\/news\/world-africa-47183027\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2015 attacks<\/a><\/strong>, the International Airport of Tunis had frequent flights from all over Europe but today, at least from Barcelona, there were just 2 or 3 direct flights a week, operated by Tunis Air &#8211; during the month of April at least.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the bright side, it is less than a 3-hour flight from pretty much anywhere in Western Europe and in the worst-case scenario, you will just need to do a quick layover in Paris.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a full country guide, including a 2-week itinerary and travel tips, read my <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-tunis\/\">Tunisia travel guide<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to visit Tunis by land<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/tunisia-travel-tips-itinerary\/\">Tunisia<\/a><\/strong> only shares a border with <a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-libya\/\"><strong>Libya<\/strong><\/a> and Algeria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Libya:<\/strong> The border is actually open to anyone with a valid visa for Libya but you are unlikely to cross from there because from a logistical perspective, it&#8217;s difficult to organize &#8211; independent travel in Libya is not allowed &#8211; hence most travelers opt for flying in. Read our <a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-libya\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"33505\"><strong>Libya travel guide<\/strong><\/a>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-algeria\/\">Algeria<\/a>:<\/strong> Algeria is becoming popular these days and the border is open. Actually, my initial plan was traveling to Algeria and then overland to Tunisia but, since my passport was full of ambiguous stamps such as <a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/iraqi-kurdistan-travel-guide\/\"><strong>Iraq<\/strong><\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-syria\/\"><strong>Syria<\/strong><\/a>, they denied my visa, so I flew to Tunis instead.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f2f2f2\">Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-tbilisi\/\"><strong>a guide to visit Tbilisi<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6\">\ud83d\udefa How to move around Tunis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Going and coming from the airport<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The airport of Tunis is very close to the city center and taxi would be your best bet, especially because it is very cheap, but you should be aware that Tunis airport is well-known for its taxi mafia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They will try to charge you around 15-30 dinars, making whatever excuse about airport tax, parking,&nbsp; baggage fees, etc., but it is all bullshit, and illegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The local price for going to downtown is 4 dinars, and it can&#8217;t go higher because all taxis should switch on their taximeter.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Paying 4 dinars with the taxi mafia is nearly impossible so, instead, just go out of the airport (to the left), cross the street and catch the first taxi you see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note: There is a bus just outside of the airport but the taxi is so cheap that I doubt all the hassle is worth it.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/is-tunisia-safe\/\">Is Tunisia safe to visit?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Moving around the city<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Taxi &#8211;<\/strong> They are so cheap, really and they all have taximeters, so they will never rip you off. Short rides cost around 1-3 dinars, which is barely 1\u20ac.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tram &#8211;<\/strong> The center of Tunis is well-connected by a European-like tram and a single ticket costs a few cents. An easy, and nice way to move around.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Moving from downtown to Carthage and Sidi Bou Said<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Train &#8211;<\/strong> Carthage and Sidi Bou Said belong to Tunis but they are located more than 15km away. They are, however, connected by a train that runs all day long until midnight. Check <a href=\"#10\"><strong>What to do on day 3<\/strong><\/a> section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7\">Things to do in Tunis in 3 days<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For just visiting the highlights, you must spend at least 3 days visiting Tunis, and this is the itinerary I recommend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-vivid-red-color has-text-color\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Map of the places to visit in Tunis &#8211; Itinerary<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1_anhyqtZxMGg_B_eZSPC5W3Qvm9bTliJ&#038;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8\">Places to visit in Tunis on day 1 &#8211; The Medina<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A UNESCO World Heritage site founded in the 7th century by the Arabs, the Medina of Tunis is not surprisingly for North Africa, a maze of alleys, tunnels and traditional life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Medina had been the heart of Tunis for over 1,000 years but in the 19th century, when the French built the European-like Ville Nouvelle, the main soul of Tunis shifted to downtown along with many families who moved out of the Medina.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you spend a fair amount of time exploring all the alleys, you will see that some parts are uncared for, and dirty, but the reason is that those houses belonged to families that decided to move to the new, trendy part of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Still, there are quite a few sites to explore, and besides all the caf\u00e9s, souks and mosques, these are the places I recommend you to check out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fcc3b7\"><strong>Book a day tour around the Medina<\/strong><br><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/tunis-l304\/tunis-bardo-national-museum-and-tunis-medina-half-day-tour-t232292\/?partner_id=51CMUEB&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;utm_source=joan%40againstthecompass.com&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to do in the Medina of Tunis &#8211; Highlights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Visit Zaytouna Mosque &#8211; <\/strong>Dating back to the 8th century, the mosque was named &#8221;olive tree&#8221; because it is said that the founder Hassan Ibn Nooman had lessons under an olive tree planted somewhere in the mosque.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The mosque looks simple, but it is gorgeous and my favorite part was that the courtyard columns are original Roman Corinthian columns recycled from Roman Carthage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Non-Muslims are not allowed to enter the prayer room, only the courtyard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter wp-image-22025\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/things-to-do-in-tunis.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/things-to-do-in-tunis.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/things-to-do-in-tunis.jpg\" alt=\"things to do in Tunis\" class=\"wp-image-22025\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><span style=\"color: #808080; font-size: 10pt;\"><em>Zaytouna mosque<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check out Blacksmith&#8217;s souq &#8211; <\/strong>From an overwhelmingly number of souvenir souks selling all sort of crap to fabrics and everything in between, the only souq I actually liked (for being less touristic) was the blacksmith&#8217;s souq, located south of Zaytouna Mosque, at the lane located on its right side (coming from Place de la Victoire).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Basically, you will find plenty of blacksmiths handcrafting different metal objects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full wp-image-22031\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/medina-of-tunis.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/medina-of-tunis.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/medina-of-tunis.jpg\" alt=\"medina of Tunis\" class=\"wp-image-22031\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><span style=\"color: #808080;\"><em><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">A blacksmith in the Medina of Tunis<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Enjoy the view from a rooftop caf\u00e9 &#8211; <\/strong>Next to the main mosque, there are a couple of caf\u00e9s with a rooftop that overlooks the Medina skyline.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tourbet El Bey &#8211; <\/strong>A mausoleum containing tens of tombs from all the important people that lived during Ali Pasha&#8217;s reign, in the 18th century. The Ottoman-era green dome is the highlight of the place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of the tourism decline, entering is a bit tricky, as it is not officially opened, but there is one local guy that has the key. I tried entering the first time with no success but, on my way back, an old man approached me, claiming that he could open it for me, plus he gave me a guided tour inside. He only charged me 7 dinars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dar Ben Abdallah Palace &#8211; <\/strong>This is supposed to be the best house palace in the Medina but, unfortunately, it was closed when I came, so I just checked it from outside. This palace is a clear example of how rich people used to live in the Medina in the 19th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter wp-image-22017\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tunis-itinerary.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tunis-itinerary.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tunis-itinerary.jpg\" alt=\"Tunis itinerary\" class=\"wp-image-22017\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><span style=\"color: #808080; font-size: 10pt;\"><em>Tourbet El Bey<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9\">What to do in Tunis on day 2 &#8211; Bardo Museum &amp; Ville Nouvelle and around<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On your second day, I recommend you pay a visit to the <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bardomuseum.tn\/index.php?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Bardo Museum<\/a><\/strong> and then spend the rest of your day in the European Quarter of Tunis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to visit the Bardo Museum in Tunis<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the best museum to visit in Tunis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Placed inside one of the best palaces in the country, Bardo Museum contains one of the largest collection in the world of Roman mosaics, which once adorned the presumptuous Roman villas you are likely to visit during your trip around the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The museum, however, is today a bit messy, as many rooms and areas are going under an eternal renovation process, like most touristic sites in the country.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It opens from 9am to 5pm, from Tuesday to Sunday. Entrance fee 11 dinars. It is 5km from downtown, but you can reach it by tram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fcc3b7\"><strong>Book a day tour to Bardo Museum <\/strong>(combined with the Medina).<br><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/tunis-l304\/tunis-bardo-national-museum-and-tunis-medina-half-day-tour-t232292\/?partner_id=51CMUEB&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;utm_source=joan%40againstthecompass.com&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to do in Ville Nouvelle &#8211; Highlights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Ville Nouvelle is the colonial French district.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here you find some churches, fancy hotels, boulangeries, endless Italian restaurants, gelato stalls, bars, and pretty much anything you may find in France, but with a Maghrebi touch and way more chaotic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The district is huge, composed of several streets from all sizes, and I recommend you begin your day walking around randomly to check all the Marseille-like facades, and end your day in Habib Bourguiba.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Habib Bourguiba &#8211; <\/strong>The main avenue in Ville Nouvelle doesn&#8217;t look like a North African avenue, like not at all. Composed of tree-lined streets filled with terraces where the locals meet over an espresso, this is the best place to end up your day and check out what modern Tunis is like.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter wp-image-22005 size-full\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/IMG_20190408_183437.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/IMG_20190408_183437.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/IMG_20190408_183437.jpg\" alt class=\"wp-image-22005\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beer in Tunis, Jamaica Bar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Synagogue of Tunis &#8211; <\/strong>Amazing place. This is the only still functional synagogue I have ever seen in an Arab country. Well, apparently, there is one in Cairo as well, but I never saw it. The one in Tunis is surrounded by wire and a few armed soldiers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can only enter with a special permit and, if you come close to check it from outside, you will trigger the soldier&#8217;s attention but if they see you are a tourist, you will be fine. For me, this was one of the best places to visit in Tunis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full wp-image-22003\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/synagogue-tunis.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/synagogue-tunis.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/synagogue-tunis.jpg\" alt=\"synagogue tunis\" class=\"wp-image-22003\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><span style=\"color: #808080;\"><em><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">the Synagogue of Tunis<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/H%C3%B4tel_du_Lac,_Tunis\" target=\"_blank\">Abandoned Hotel (Hotel du Lac)<\/a> &#8211; <\/strong>At the end of Habib Bourguiba to the left, there is a wing-shaped abandoned hotel. If you like this kind of stuff, then you can&#8217;t miss it. You can find the location on the map.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cathedral of St Vincent de Paul &#8211; <\/strong>It&#8217;s funny that Tunis is the only Arab capital whose main square is dominated by a Cathedral and not a mosque.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Jamaica Bar &#8211;<\/strong> In Habib Bourguiba, Al Hana Hotel has a rooftop bar in its 10th floor, where you get the best panoramic views of the city.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full wp-image-22007\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/IMG_20190405_175341.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/IMG_20190405_175341.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/IMG_20190405_175341.jpg\" alt=\"Abandoned hotel du Lac\" class=\"wp-image-22007\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><span style=\"color: #808080;\"><em><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Abandoned hotel du Lac<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10\">What to see in Tunis on day 3 &#8211; La Goulette, Carthage, Sidi Bou Said, and La Marsa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Welcome to fancy Tunis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This part of the city has 4 distinctive areas worth to check out, each one being so different from each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get here from downtown<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a train that runs all day long until almost midnight. It leaves from the end of Habib Bourguiba.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One single ticket costs 0.7 dinars, and each area has its own train station, la Goulette being the first station, which is 16km from downtown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can go by taxi, which costs 10 dinars to La Goulette.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to do in La Goulette &#8211; Highlights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>La Goulette is the first neighborhood you bump into when coming from downtown, an area which is definitely humbler than the rest, much more local, but here you also find the best and cheapest seafood restaurants in the city, all of them always packed with locals from all social levels who wish to enjoy fresh seafood on a budget.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I strongly recommend <em><strong>La Maison de la Grillade<\/strong><\/em>, where I had a stuffed calamari couscous, better than any other couscous I ever had before, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/tunisia-travel-tips-itinerary\/\">as in Tunisia<\/a><\/strong> they make it juicier than its Maghrebi neighbors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>La Goulette also has a more local beach but it is not that nice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to do in Carthage &#8211; Highlights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For many, Carthage is one of the best things to do in Tunis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Originally founded by the Phoenicians &#8211; which came from today <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/country\/lebanon\/\">Lebanon<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; nearly 3,000 years ago, Carthage then became one of the most important cities in the Roman Empire, the 5th largest imperial city.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, the main site is in total ruins, like very ruined, so you will need to have some imagination, but the few columns that remain are located on the top of Byrsa Hill, from where you get epic views of the Gulf of Tunis.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several sites to visit spread all over Carthage. You can buy a multi-entry ticket for 12 dinars, and visiting all of them takes a few hours. These are the ones I visited:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full wp-image-22029\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/places-to-visit-in-tunis.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/places-to-visit-in-tunis.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/places-to-visit-in-tunis.jpg\" alt=\"places to visit in Tunis\" class=\"wp-image-22029\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><span style=\"color: #808080; font-size: 10pt;\"><em>The ruins of Carthage<\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Byrsa Hill &#8211; <\/strong>The heart of Carthage are the ruins located on top. To get here, you will have to walk from the train station through the fanciest mansions in Tunis.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Roman Amphitheater &#8211; <\/strong>Located 15 minutes from Byrsa Hill, this used to be one of the biggest in the Roman Empire. It could accommodate up to 36,000 people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Punic Ports &#8211; <\/strong>Built by the Carthaginians but then re-shaped by the Romans in a circular shape, these two ports were very important for Carthage&#8217;s development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sanctuary of Tophet &#8211;<\/strong> The Carthaginians used this place for sacrificing their children, something that even the Romans found horrific, so they build a temple and other things on top of it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fcc3b7\"><strong>Book a tour to all the Roman sites of Carthage<\/strong><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/tunis-l304\/from-tunis-half-day-tour-to-carthage-and-sidi-bou-said-t232287\/?partner_id=51CMUEB&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;utm_source=joan%40againstthecompass.com&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full wp-image-22011\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/what-to-do-in-tunis.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/what-to-do-in-tunis.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/what-to-do-in-tunis.jpg\" alt=\"what to do in Tunis\" class=\"wp-image-22011\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><span style=\"color: #808080;\"><em><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Punic Ports<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to do in Sidi Bou Said &#8211; Highlights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A Santorini-like village in its purest Mediterranean form, Sidi Bou Said is the cliff-top, postcard-like town that everybody likes, both tourists and locals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When the Muslims in Spain were defeated in the 16th century, many of them sought refuge here, so that is why some of the houses have an Andalusian style, as well as Ottoman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few art galleries and several caf\u00e9s, but the best you can do is just walking around all the Instagrammable spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fcc3b7\"><strong>Book this great tour to Sidi Bou Said<\/strong><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/tunis-l304\/from-tunis-half-day-tour-to-carthage-and-sidi-bou-said-t232287\/?partner_id=51CMUEB&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;utm_source=joan%40againstthecompass.com&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full wp-image-22009\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/what-to-see-in-tunis.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/what-to-see-in-tunis.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/what-to-see-in-tunis.jpg\" alt=\"what to see in Tunis\" class=\"wp-image-22009\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><span style=\"color: #808080;\"><em><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Views from Sidi Bou Said<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to do in La Marsa &#8211; Highlights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>La Marsa isn&#8217;t a really a place for sightseeing, but this is the most Westernized place in Tunis, the area where most expats live, as here you can find regular caf\u00e9s where women won&#8217;t be stared at, bars and the best beach in the city.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend you check the weekly Couchsurfing event because they tend to organize stuff here, but you should attend it anyways because it is a great way to meet open-minded locals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f2f2f2\">This was my list of the best things to do in Tunis in a 3-day itinerary. Have any more suggestion? Please post it in the comments section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"50\">\u2757 More information for visiting Tunis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#2b8f2b\">\ud83d\udce2 In my <a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/travel-resources\/\"><strong>Travel Resources Page<\/strong><\/a> you can find the list of all the sites and services I use to book hotels, tours, travel insurance and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">All guides and articles for traveling in Tunisia destination<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/tunisia-travel-tips-itinerary\/\">Tunisia Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/is-tunisia-safe\/\">Is Tunisia Safe?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check more city guides<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-asmara\/\">Asmara Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-riyadh\/\">Travel Guide to Riyadh<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-muscat\/\">Muscat Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/dubai-itinerary\/\">Travel Guide to Dubai<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/beirut-travel-guide\/\">Beirut Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/10-best-things-erbil-iraq\/\">Erbil Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-tehran\/\">Tehran Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-astana\/\">Travel Guide to Astana<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/places-to-visit-in-tashkent\/\">Tashkent Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-baku\/\">Baku Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-tbilisi\/\">Tbilisi Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-minsk\/\">Travel Guide to Minsk<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-kiev\/\">Kiev Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visiting-nouakchott-worst-capital-world\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Travel Guide to Nouakchott<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/en\/visit-mosul-iraq-after-liberation\/\">A City Guide to Mosul<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/travel-in-tunis.avif\" type=\"image\/avif\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/travel-in-tunis.jpg\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/againstthecompass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/travel-in-tunis.jpg\" alt=\"travel in Tunis\" class=\"wp-image-22021\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:520px;height:auto\"><\/picture><\/figure>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Once a mass tourism destination that received thousands and thousands of tourists per year, including being a popular stopover for a shit load of Mediterranean cruise ships, after the 2015 terrorist attacks in Sousse, the city (and country) saw a massive decline still visible today. 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