Itinerary Tunis

May is an excellent time to visit Tunis: spring temperatures are warm (20–28°C), humidity is low, beaches are pleasant but not crowded, and most cultural sites are fully open before the summer rush.

💰 Budget overview

Category	Amount
✈️ Transport	800 USD
🏨 Accommodations	640 USD
🧳 Gear	40 USD
🗺️ On-site	420 USD
Total	1900 USD

🗺️ Activities & landmarks

🇹🇳 Tunis - 4 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🏙️ Medina of Tunis ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • UNESCO-listed labyrinth of alleys, traditional souks, and mosques. Guided tours recommended. Beware of pickpockets.

• [ ] 🏛️ Bardo National Museum ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Houses the world’s finest collection of Roman mosaics; essential for history buffs. Arrive early to avoid crowds.

• [ ] 🌳 Belvedere Park ⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Lush city park with a small zoo and panoramic hilltop views. Good for a morning stroll.

• [ ] 🛕 Zitouna Mosque ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • 8th-century mosque in the Medina; non-Muslims can access the courtyard. Dress conservatively.

• [ ] 🎨 Dar Ben Abdallah ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Beautiful palace–turned–museum showcasing 18th-19th century aristocratic life.

• [ ] 🏛️ Carthage Archaeological Site ⭐⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Legendary ancient Punic and Roman ruins. Must-see, especially Antonine Baths and Byrsa Hill. Combine with Sidi Bou Said.

• [ ] 🏙️ Sidi Bou Said ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Iconic blue-and-white coastal village. Charming cafés, shops, and stunning views. Try Bambalouni (local donut).

• [ ] 🏛️ Acropolium of Carthage ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Former St. Louis Cathedral, now a concert/events hall. Offers history and city views.

• [ ] 🏛️ National Museum of Carthage ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Small but significant collection; complements a visit to the ruins.

• [ ] 🎨 Palais Kheireddine ⭐ (~1h)

  • Contemporary art exhibits in a renovated 19th-century palace.

• [ ] 🌳 Parc du Belvédère Zoo ⭐ (~1h)

  • Small zoo in the city park; ideal for a relaxed afternoon.

• [ ] 🎨 Dar Lasram ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Historic mansion; example of Tunisian noble architecture, often hosts exhibitions.

• [ ] 🏙️ Ville Nouvelle (Avenue Habib Bourguiba) ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Tunisia’s “Champs-Elysées”: French colonial buildings, cafés, historic clock tower.

• [ ] 🏛️ Roman Amphitheatre of El Djem ⭐⭐⭐ (~4h roundtrip)

  • A stunning, well-preserved Roman colosseum, 2h by train from Tunis. Must-do for history lovers.

• [ ] 🏛️ La Marsa ⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Upmarket seaside suburb with beaches, shops, old cafes.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 🍸 Dar Zarrouk (Sidi Bou Said, bar & restaurant) ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Rooftop with bay views, perfect for sunset. Smart-casual dress.

• [ ] 🍸 Le Boeuf sur le Toit (Avenue Alain Savary) ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Jazz-inspired lounge, popular spot for drinks after touring.

• [ ] 🍸 Café des Nattes (Sidi Bou Said) ⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Historic café with traditional mint tea. Perfect evening break.

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🍜 Restaurant Dar El Jeld ⭐⭐⭐

  • Historic setting in Medina; classic Tunisian cuisine, ~35 USD/person. Reservations advised.

• [ ] 🍜 El Ali Restaurant & Café ⭐⭐

  • Overlooks Medina with diverse local menu (~18 USD/person).

• [ ] 🍜 Chez Slah ⭐⭐

  • Seafood, French–Tunisian menu (~30 USD/person).

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🏙️ La Goulette (~1.5h)

  • Port suburb; good for seafood and strolls.

• [ ] 🎨 Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions (~1h)

  • Folk costumes, crafts; interesting but small.

• [ ] 🌳 Amilcar Beach (~2h)

  • Relaxed suburban beach near Carthage.

• [ ] 🏛️ Sufi Zawiyas (Medina shrines) (~1h)

  • Unique Tunisian shrines, less visited by tourists.

🎬 Films & series to watch

🇹🇳 Tunis

• [ ] 🎬 The Silences of the Palace (1994) — ⭐ 7.6 — Classic Tunisian drama about women in a palace in 1950s Tunis — MUBI
• [ ] 🎬 As I Open My Eyes (2015) — ⭐ 7.0 — Coming-of-age musical set in post-revolution Tunis — Amazon Prime
• [ ] 📺 Maktoub (2008–2014) — ⭐ 7.8 — Popular Tunisian TV drama, family and social conflicts — YouTube

🍜 Local specialties

🇹🇳 Tunis

• [ ] Brik à l'œuf (deep-fried pastry with egg and tuna)
• [ ] Couscous Tounsi
• [ ] Ojja (spicy tomato and egg stew)
• [ ] Mechouia salad (grilled vegetables)
• [ ] Makroud (semolina date pastry)

📍 Maps - places to pin

🇹🇳 Tunis

1. 🌤️ Medina of Tunis
2. 🌙 Dar Zarrouk (Sidi Bou Said)
3. 🛍️ Tunis Medina Souks
4. 🏨 Hotel La Maison Blanche (example)
5. 🍽️ Dar El Jeld

✈️ Transport to book

• [ ] ✈️ London → Tunis
• [ ] ✈️ Tunis → London

🏨 Accommodations

City	Nights	Accommodation	Price
Tunis	4	La Maison Blanche (comfort hotel)	640 USD
Total	4 nights		640 USD