Tunis, the capital, the union of history and modernity

The capital of Tunisia, a vibrant and dynamic city, majestically overlooks the Gulf of Tunis. It is framed by gentle hills that once served as a natural border for the mythical and powerful Punic city of Carthage.

Today, Tunis is the country's main commercial, administrative, and cultural hub.

The modern center of Tunis is characterized by its European-influenced architectural style (especially French), a result of the colonial era.

The Avenue Habib Bourguiba stands out, often called the "Champs-Élysées of Tunis," a central thoroughfare with large buildings, cafes, and luxury shops. The modern city is home to luxurious hotels, boutiques, shopping centers, and an excellent selection of restaurants and leisure facilities.

The Medina of Tunis constitutes the historic heart of the city and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. It is a charming labyrinth of narrow, winding alleys, where the echo of the past resonates in every corner. This ancient citadel reflects the rich cultural and architectural heritage of the Maghreb and the Islamic world, with its historic mosques, sumptuous palaces, madrasas, and vibrant markets. The jewel of the Medina is the Great Mosque, or Zitouna Mosque (Mosque of the Olive Tree). It cannot be visited.

A walk through the Medina is an authentic journey through time, a sensory immersion where millennia-old tradition harmoniously intertwines with contemporary commercial life. Generally, accommodations within or near the Medina (often in dars, or restored traditional houses) tend to be more expensive than in coastal tourist areas.

On the main avenue is the Cathedral of Saint Vincent de Paul. It can be visited from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM from Monday to Saturday.

To visit the main attractions of the center (the Medina, the Bardo, and Carthage/Sidi Bou Said), it is recommended to plan for at least one night's stay in the city.

 The Bardo National Museum is one of the most important museums in Tunisia and on the African continent, known worldwide for housing one of the largest and most complete collections of Roman mosaics in the world.

The museum is located in Le Bardo (on the outskirts of the capital, Tunis). The name "Bardo" comes from the Spanish word “prado” (meadow), referring to the gardens and fields that surrounded the residence.

The current building sits on the remains of a former palace that belonged to the Hafsid dynasty in the 15th century. The museum occupies a magnificent 19th-century Ottoman-style palace that served as the residence of the Husainid Beys, the royal family that governed Tunisia until independence. The interior of the palace is a work of art in itself, with its painted ceilings, sculpted plasterwork, and decorated arches, offering a spectacular contrast with the archaeological collections it houses.

The main attraction of the Bardo is its incomparable collection of Roman mosaics. These mosaics come from the numerous archaeological sites in Tunisia (the ancient Roman province of Africa Proconsularis), including Carthage, Hadrumetum (Sousse), and Utica. The mosaic masterpieces illustrate a rich variety of themes, from scenes of daily Roman life (hunting, fishing, agriculture) and classical myths (Ulysses, Neptune), to portraits of important historical figures. In addition to the mosaics, the museum displays a rich collection of objects from different periods: stele and ceramics from ancient Carthage; marble statues, sarcophagi, ceramics, and everyday objects from the Roman era; and manuscripts, coins, jewelry, and Andalusian and Islamic artworks.

Open from Tuesday to Sunday.

Closed every Monday.

Hours:

From September 16 to April 30: 09:30 AM to 04:30 PM

From May 1 to September 15: 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM

Entrance Fee: 30 Tunisian Dinars (DT)

Located in the main avenue of Tunis, in the heart of the capital. Near the Medina.

Av. de Paris 36 - 1000 Tunis

Built in 1919 in Art Nouveau style, this hotel in the city center was completely renovated in 2010.  Is located in the heart of Tunis.

Situated on the perimeter of the Belvedere Park to 15 minutes by foot from the Habib Bourguiba Street. The Tunis Carthage Airport is to 20 minutes drive away.

10 Avenue des Etats Unis d'Amérique - Tunis 1002

Located near the «Parc du Belvédère», the hotel is ideally located in the center of business and ten minutes from Tunis-Carthage International Airport and the Medina of Tunis.
Prix Travellers' Choice™ .

Near the business district and the city center and 7 km from Tunis-Carthage airport.

Av. Habib Bourguiba 50 B.P.73 - 1001 Tunis

Modern hotel located in the main street of Tunis, in the heart of the capital. Near the Medina.

Avenue du Monastir - Menzah 7 - Tunis 1030  

Located to 10 minutes from the international airport of Tunis Carthage. Near to the new economic center of Tunis.

La Marsa - BP 597 - Gammarth 2070  

A 15 km from Tunis. Near Carthage and Sidi Bou Said.
Not in the category of large 5* bud  chosen for its value - price. With thalassotherapy center.

Rue du Lac Turkana Marsa - 1053 Túnez 

Luxury hotel by the lake of Tunis. It is only 5 minutes from the airport Tunis - Carthage and nearby from Carthage and Sidi Bou Said.

Rue Sidi Ben Arous - 1006 Tunis

Authentic arab house arabe in the heart of the Médina of Tunis.