From the airport to the city centre Tunisia
The airports of the main cities are generally located a few kilometers from the city centers (for example, the airport of Tunis-Carthage is 8 km from Tunis). To get to the city, you generally have two options: the cab and the bus. The cab will cost you less than in France and this type of journey will not exceed 20 DT. Buses are more economical and will drop you off in the heart of the city.
You can change your money in the Tunisian airports without any problem: the exchange rate is fixed and the commission the same as elsewhere!
Arrival by train Tunisia
Rail connections in Tunisia are provided by SNCFT (www.sncft.com.tn). Trains from Tunis leave from the central station. To reach the northern suburbs by rail, the TGM company (Tunis-Goulette-Marsa) will be responsible; the departure will be from the Tunis-Marine station, two metro stations from the Place de Barcelone. In the south, the train does not venture further than Gabes in the east and Tozeur in the west. To go further down, you will have to take a bus or a rental car. Tunisian trains are quite cheap, but rarely leave on time... Some trains (depending on the schedule) are fast, some are express and some are omnibus; you often have to change trains to get to your destination. Ask for information beforehand, you will save time. Reservations can be made 3 days before the trip and even on the day of departure, if it is not too busy.
Arrival by boat Tunisia
Going to Tunisia by boat is a 24-hour interlude to feel and dream about Tunisia and to talk with Tunisians who are going to meet their families. These are privileged moments for those who know how to take the time to travel. The sea crossings leave from Marseille for Tunis and its port of La Goulette. For the rates, go to the website of the companies for simulations, the prices vary according to the category of seats, the number of passengers, the vehicle and of course the season. The two companies making the crossing are Corsica Linea (www.corsicalinea.com) and CTN, the Tunisian Navigation Company (www.ctn.com.tn). If you travel with several people, taking a boat in Tunisia is also the most ecological option!
Public transport Tunisia
In Tunis, the metro is a modern and fast tramway that allows you to go from the city center to the Bardo museum (unfortunately still closed at the time of writing this guide) to the Belvedere district, to the SNCFT and TGM stations. Some stops are subject to change, so it is better to ask at the ticket office and with the users. As for the names of the stations, which are not mentioned on the stops, at least not on all of them, you will have to ask a Tunisian. In other cities, you will find mainly buses as public transport. To go from city to city, renting a car is the national means of transportation in Tunisia and is widely used by Tunisians. An institutionalized form of carpooling, these minibuses or large collective cabs accommodate up to 8 passengers and run from one destination to another as soon as all the seats are taken. Tickets can be purchased at the stations (each city has at least one) or from the driver.
With a driver Tunisia
There are cabs in all the big cities of Tunisia as well as in Djerba. They are yellow and you will recognize them easily. Contrary to France, when you see the small green light on the cabs it means that they are taken, and when it is the red light, they are free! Before getting into a cab, always ask the driver to start the meter. If he refuses, claiming that it is not working, do not hesitate to call another yellow car: they abound in the cities. In Tunisia, the price of a ride is very low, about 5 times lower than in France. Consider that it is not normal if you are asked for more than 15 DT for a trip in the city; generally, the minimum fare for a trip in the city is 8/10 DT; the fare is higher for the suburbs. In the case of longer distances, it is better to ask for the price, even if it is approximate (insist on having an idea of the price), before getting into the car. It is a good idea, if you are going to a private home, to have the driver's phone number with you so that he can be telephoned if necessary. It is very common for the cab driver to give you his card so that you can call him just in case; if he is friendly, this is a pretty good solution, especially since, for long trips, you will be able to negotiate more easily with him!
By car Tunisia
Traveling with your own (rental) car will allow you a great deal of autonomy, even if it remains quite expensive to rent a car in Tunisia. The big international agencies (Avis, Hertz, etc.) are present in the big cities, you will find them without difficulty in the airports. Remember to ask about the conditions in case of breakdown or accident. The roads are quite good in Tunisia, but in the South specifically, do not venture onto stony tracks or into the desert if your vehicle is not suitable. For 4x4's, a driver is often mandatory, especially to travel in the desert, and they are usually rented by the day. Tunisian driving can sometimes be quite brusque, so be careful on the roads. Do not drive after sunset, as the roads are not well lit, especially in the countryside and villages.
Accessibility Tunisia
Tunisia is not a particularly accessible destination. Specialized facilities are rare. Initiatives led by local organizations and Tunisian citizens exist, but they are still too rare. In some hotel complexes, rooms have been designed to accommodate all publics. It will be quite difficult to move around the country for a person with reduced mobility.
The country is ideal for families, its proximity to Europe is reassuring, safety is guaranteed, and Tunisians love children. Your toddlers will be assailed with caresses on the head, even on the face. In the hotel clubs: sandpits and water sports, entertainment twice a day with organizers more friendly than the others. As far as hotel discounts are concerned, you can get between 30 and 50% off for children up to 12 years old, and free accommodation for children under 2 years old
