Why go to Tunisia? The 10 good reasons to go Tunisia
Well-preserved medinas
Mosques, souks, old cities are a wonder of the senses and discoveries!
You are welcome!
We will tell you several times a day: Tunisian hospitality is unparalleled!
600 km of sandy beaches
Resolutely turned towards the sea, Tunisia abounds in magnificent beaches.
Sublime archaeological sites
More than 3,000 years of history for several Unesco World Heritage sites!
A change of scenery two hours from Paris
So accessible, a trip to Tunisia will allow you to overcome the clichés about the East!
The Sahara easily accessible
The Tunisian desert is accessible and secure: a chance for dune lovers!
Unparalleled flavors
Couscous, lablabi, brik... and many pastries: the local cuisine will delight your palate.
A variety of (beautiful) landscapes
Ancient sites, sea, deserts or mountains: a land of contrasts easy to explore.
A living Berber culture
In many campaigns, we will meet Amazigh traditions still present!
Accommodations to charm you
Habitats (palaces, menzel...) are restored with taste for the happiness of travelers!
What to visit Tunisia?
Interview: My Tunisia
By Aurélie Croiziers de Lacvivier, author of the guide
In love with people and words, Aurélie works to transmit and cross borders. Since 2009, she shares her stories on the blog Curieuse Voyageuse and has published several guides, stories and novels. After many years of working in the tourism industry, she now devotes herself to writing. Married to a Malian, she is passionate about the African continent, which she travels to whenever she can!
See the video of the interviewGood to know to visit Tunisia
Timetable
Unlike some Muslim countries where the day off is Friday, the day of the great prayer, in Tunisia, the day off is Sunday.
In general, stores are open from Monday to Friday from 8am to 12:30pm and from 2:30pm to 6pm, and from 8am to noon on Saturday. In the summer, the stores only open from 8am to 1pm, because of the heat; this is called the "single session". However, you will find many small independent stores open very late at night and very early in the morning. In July and August, the offices close at 1:30 pm.
Smokers
Tunisia is a "paradise" for smokers. It is common to smoke everywhere, including in restaurants, much to the annoyance of non-smokers.
What's very local
When visiting mosques, there are rules of dress that should 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 will be asked to wear clothes that cover their shoulders and legs, and a head scarf. Before entering the compound, you will need to remove your shoes. There are usually places to leave them at the entrance to the mosque
