A land bursting with souks and spices amidst desert dunes. A place for romantics, beach-lovers, barterers and adventurers, this sun-kissed land entices and delights many people for many reasons. The Romans loved it, and so do we, and it's not hard to think why with our great selection of Tunisia holidays.
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A land bursting with souks and spices amidst desert dunes. A place for romantics, beach-lovers, barterers and adventurers, this sun-kissed land entices and delights many people for many reasons. The Romans loved it, and so do we, and it’s not hard to think why with our great selection of Tunisia holidays. Echoing with the regular call to prayer, Hammamet will give you a rich taste of the exotic.
12-34°C
Hot temperatures can reach the mid-30s in summer, and there’s comfortably warm weather in winter.
3.5 hours
Enfidha Airport (NBE), around 100km from the capital, Tunis.
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Weather & Climate
Mid-30s (°C) in July and August.
Best time to visit Tunisia: You can expect up to 12 hours of sunshine a day in the summer months.
The weather in Tunisia has a combination of a Mediterranean and African climate. The north of Tunisia, where most tourist resorts are found, reaches temperatures in the mid-30s (°C) in July and August, and has mild winters. Southern regions are generally hotter, with temperatures reaching 45°C.
Tunisia is best for…
Explorers: The Sahara Explorer is a two-day adventure taking in Tunisia’s ancient sights and the awe-inspiring Sahara Desert.
Signtseers: Follow in the footsteps of the mighty gladiators at the impressive ruins of the largest colosseum in North Africa at El DJem.
Movie lovers: Visit three of the locations where Star Wars was filmed.
Fast facts:
Language: The main language spoken is a local Tunisian dialect (a mixture of Arabic, French, Italian and Maltese).
Currency: The currency used in is the Tunisian Dinar (TND) which you can only buy in Tunisia itself.
Local time: Tunisia is the same time as GMT/UK time.
Fly to: Enfidha Airport. Transfers take between 30 and 45 minutes.
Flight time from UK: The flight time to Tunisia is 3.5 hours.
Tourist Information: Further Tunisia tourist information can be found at https://www.discovertunisia.com/en/.
Visa / Health:
Before you travel, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/tunisia for recommendations and advice on visas and health for your holiday to Tunisia.
Safety and Security:
For up to date advice on travelling to Tunisia, please visit https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/tunisia/safety-and-securityThings to do
Sandwiched between the Mediterranean Sea and the Sahara Desert, Tunisia is an ideal destination for a sun-drenched beach break. From the soft sands at Hammamet and the glittering, seaside caves at Monastir, to the unspoilt coastline at El Haouaria, there are plenty of excellent places for dedicated sun-worshippers to relax. However, it’s not all sand, sea and sunshine. If you’re looking for other things to do in Tunisia, you’ll find that this country is packed with fascinating cultural and historical attractions too.
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Great Mosque At Kairouan
The town of Kairouan itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. And situated within it is the Great Mosque of Kairouan, considered to be among the …Visit famous film sets in the Sahara Desert
Take a trip off the beaten track and venture far into the desert on an incredible Sahara adventure.Medine Tunisia
Did you know that an old Arab quarter of a North African city is called a medina? The resorts of Sousse and Tunis both have great medinasCarthage Ruins In Tunisia
Located on the Gulf of Tunis, the famous Carthage ruins are an extensive archaeological site dating back to the 9th century BC.El Djem Amphitheatre Tunisia
Perhaps one of the most famous of Tunisia’s ancient ruins and relics is the magnificent amphitheatre that dominates El Djem.Currency
Tunicia travel money
The currency of Tunisia is the Tunisian dinar. But if you’re heading to Tunisia on holiday, then there are some important things to consider when it comes to sorting out your Tunisian currency. Here’s everything you need to know.Should I take Tunisian money with me?
No. The Tunisian dinar is what is known as a ‘closed currency’, which means it’s a criminal offence to either import or export the currency in or out of Tunisia. So, even if you find somewhere that does exchange Tunisian currency at home, don’t do it because it’s illegal to take it into the country with you. Instead, just take your own local currency in cash with you, or bring along your debit or credit card.Where can I get currency in Tunisia?
It’s normal for holidaymakers to arrive in the country without any valid Tunisia currency in their wallet; but don’t worry, it’s really easy to get your hands on some Tunisian dinar once you’re there. You can exchange your cash for local currency at banks, Bureau de Changes, hotels, and post offices in Tunisia. The rate is fixed by the government, so it will be the same wherever you go. Remember to bring along your passport, too, just in case you need it in order to change your money. Alternatively, you can withdraw Tunisia money using your debit or credit card. ATMs are available in tourist resorts and main towns, so you can take out local currency there. But bear in mind that if you do it this way, you could incur a surcharge of around 4% on your card. And it’s still a good idea to take some of your own foreign currency with you regardless, in case you have any problems with your card or you have an emergency.What if I have currency left over?
It’s illegal to bring Tunisian dinar into the country, and it’s also illegal to take it out, too. The authorities have the right to search you and your luggage at the airport, so before you leave, make sure you change back all your currency (including coins). If you want to buy something at the airport, don’t worry; shops and cafés will accept a range of foreign currencies, including British pounds.Popular holiday resorts
