Tourist Attractions & Monuments Tunisia

Timetable

Unlike some Muslim countries where the day off is Friday, the day of the High Prayer, in Tunisia the day off is Sunday.

Stores are generally open Monday to Friday from 8am to 12:30pm and 2:30pm to 6pm, and from 8am to midday on Saturdays. In summer, stores only open from 8am to 1pm, due to the heat; this is known as the "one-shot" rule. However, you'll find a number of small independent boutiques open very late at night and very early in the morning. In July and August, offices close at 1.30pm.

Please note that during the month of Ramadan (lunar calendar), opening times are subject to change.

Smokers

Tunisia is a smoker's paradise. Smoking is common everywhere, including in restaurants, much to the annoyance of non-smokers.

What's very local

When visiting mosques, there are certain dress code rules that must be followed out of respect for those practicing their religion. Men are advised to wear long-sleeved shirts or T-shirts and long pants. Women are asked to wear clothes covering their shoulders and legs, and a headscarf. Before entering the premises, you'll need to remove your shoes. There are usually places to leave them at the entrance to the mosque.