Tunisia: what to see and travel guide
Tunisia mixes medinas, ruins and desert: Tunis, Carthage, Sidi Bou Said, the El Djem amphitheatre, Djerba and the gateway to the Sahara. Spring and autumn avoid the intense summer heat inland.
- Capital
- Tunis
- Continent
- Africa
- Cities and towns in Turi
- 237
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sept
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Main cities in Tunisia
- TunisCapital
- Sfax
- Sousse
- Sukrah
- Kairouan
- Bizerte
- Sīdī Ḥusayn
- Sakiet ed Daier
- El Mourouj
- Aryanah
World Heritage sites in Tunisia
Some of the places in Tunisia on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, from the best known down:
- Kairouan
- Djerba
- Dougga
- Sidi Bou Said
- Kerkouane
- Roman amphitheatre of El Jem
- Ichkeul National Park
- Medina of Tunis
What to eat in Tunisia
- Brik
- Couscous
- Lablabi
How to plan your trip
Decide how many days you have and pick two or three areas per week at most. Check your passport, entry requirements and insurance before booking, and save the places you want to see so you do not miss any.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Tunisia?
The capital of Tunisia is Tunis.
Which cities should you visit in Tunisia?
Some of the most important cities in Tunisia are Tunis, Sfax, Sousse, Sukrah, Kairouan. In Turi you can mark any of its 237 cities and towns.
When is the best time to visit Tunisia?
The best months are usually April, May, June, September, and October.
What local food should you try in Tunisia?
Some typical dishes of Tunisia are Brik, Couscous, Lablabi.
What is there to see in Tunisia?
Its best-known World Heritage sites include Kairouan, Djerba, Dougga, Sidi Bou Said, Kerkouane.