Tunis Tunisia 4 Day Itinerary
Day 1: Explore the Heart of Tunis
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Morning: Check-in at your hotel. Recommended hotels in Tunis: Hotel Africa or Carthage Palace Hotel
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Breakfast: Start your day with a traditional Tunisian breakfast at Cafe des Nabouts
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Morning/Afternoon: Visit the Bardo Museum to admire a vast collection of Roman and Byzantine mosaics, as well as Tunisian artifacts from various periods. Take a stroll around the Medina of Tunis, exploring the labyrinth of streets filled with souks (markets) selling local crafts, spices, and textiles.
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Afternoon: Visit Zitouna Mosque and El Hussein Mosque, two significant religious landmarks in Tunisia, although non-Muslim visitors cannot enter the mosques during prayer times.
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Dinner: Savor a delicious meal at Chewbakka, a popular restaurant serving Tunisian and international cuisine.
Day 2: Discover Carthage
- Morning: Take a short trip to Carthage, the ancient city and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Tophet Necropolis to explore the burial grounds of Carthaginian children, followed by the Roman Villa of Bardo and the Punic Tophet.
- Lunch: Enjoy a meal at Le Relais de Bab El Bahr, a restaurant overlooking the sea, offering stunning views of Carthage and Tunis.
- Afternoon: Return to Tunis and relax at La Goulette Beach. Alternatively, explore the charming coastal town of La Marsa, known for its beautiful beaches and seafood restaurants.
- Dinner: Dine at Le Jardin des Saveurs, a popular restaurant in Tunis that offers an exquisite dining experience with Tunisian and international dishes.
Day 3: Explore Sidi Bou Said
- Morning: Head to the picturesque village of Sidi Bou Said. This charming town is famous for its blue and white buildings, art galleries, and stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea.
- Lunch: Enjoy a meal at Le Bleu Bleu, a restaurant in Sidi Bou Said with breathtaking sea views and delicious Tunisian dishes.
- Afternoon: Spend the afternoon exploring the narrow, winding streets of Sidi Bou Said, browsing art galleries, and visiting local artists’ studios. Don’t miss the Bab El Bahr, the famous blue gate at the entrance to the village.
- Dinner: Return to Tunis for dinner at Cleopatra, a restaurant offering a variety of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes in a romantic atmosphere.
Day 4: Relax and Departure
- Morning: Spend your last day in Tunis relaxing, shopping for souvenirs, or visiting any sites you may have missed during your stay.
- Lunch: Enjoy a farewell meal at Cafe des Nabouts before heading to the airport.
- Departure: Depending on your flight time, make your way to Tunis–Carthage International Airport. For transportation, you can take a Grand Tunis Taxi or a Metro de Tunis, the city’s metro system.
Tips:
- Learn a few basic Arabic phrases to help navigate and connect with locals.
- Always negotiate prices when shopping in souks.
- Respect local customs and dress modestly, especially when visiting religious sites.
- Tap water in Tunisia is not safe to drink, so always opt for bottled water.
- Have small denominations of the local currency (Tunisian Dinar) on hand for smaller purchases and tipping.