Gouvernorat de Ariana Travel Forum

I'll be in Tunis next week for a EuroMed meeting. The hotel will be very comfortable but I fancy escaping one evening to eat somewhere else. Can anyone recommend a restaurant in Tunis?

I've been reading through the threads and have gotten some great information, so thanks to all those who have asked and answered before.

We'll be on a cruise, in port from 8:30 to 4:00 in late April. It will be myself and two children (girl 15, boy 11) who are very interested in history and culture. I have minimal knowledge of Arabic, currently taking a course two hours a week. The children want to see Carthage and the Medina, and eat "real" Tunisian food. They're not picky eaters, and adapt well to new environments.

Would it be better to hire a private tour operator before arriving in Tunis? Any recommendations for one? I've read people find taxi drivers at port to take them around, but am curious as to what the going rate for a trip to Carthage then back into old city would be. For those experienced travelers and residents, which would be the better choice for a woman with her two children-tour or taxi/on our own? We're not interested in doing much shopping, or doing the ship's tour.

Any advice will be greatly appreciated.

Hi!

which is the best month to travel around Tunisia?
Which are the best cities to visit in Tunisia?
Is Tunisia expensive? How much is daily budget for a backpacker?
Thanks...

Hi, we are 4 adults, visiting Tunis from 2.30 pm till 7.30 pm in july.
Who has any suggestions on what to do?

hello i am traveling to tunisia hammet this summer can anyone tell me where i can find a apprtment or cando there for rent ? olso is do most of the places shops accept visa or master card ?

I am visiting Tunis and Souse and have arranged to take sterling American Express checks. With the pound falling in value will I have difficulty in changing them at the major banks. Thanks

We'll be in Tunis for only 1 day -- what are the "Must-See Attractions?
Also, are Euros or Dollars accepted in Tunis.

Thanks.

My wife and I want to go to ksar Ghilane and stay the night on 22/4/8 - but it seems quite expensive to hire a driver and 4X4 - anyone in the area at around that time who wnats to do this trip and share costs?? Its going to be my 40th birthday -we are fun loving people who like adventure - looking for the same! Let me know
Thanks

Pete.

Hi can anyone tell me how easy it is to make your own trip to Ksar Ghilane. Our tour company just let us down. I know we will p-robably have to get a driver + 4x4 hired but anyone got an idea of the costs of this?

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Hello I am traveling in June to Tunis and I was wondering where and how i can get cheapest or the best deal to rent a car for 2 weeks or so... Can you personally recommend someone?

I am going to be in London next week for work and would like to take a weekend to travel outside of the UK. I was thinking of Tunisia and would really like some help deciding on places to stay and a tour company offering day tours. I am considering Hammamet but am open to other suggestions. I love taking photos so i'm alwasy interested in beautiful and unique landscapes, people and culture. So any citites that you can think of would be much appreciated.

I've been to Egypt and Istanbul on my own, both of which I experienced some cat calling from men but nothing serious or to the extent where I felt uncomfortable. Should I have any concerns in Tunisia? I found a good fair on Lufthansa leaving London in the evening and arriving in Tunisia at 12:55am which is good enough to rest and get up to then enjoy 2 full day of exploring.

Looking forward to everyone's responses. Thanks, Anna

Have a stop in Tunis on my Costa cruise - would rather do it on my own than join a tour - any ideas? Is it easy to get around, what should I see?

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we land in Tunis on sunday evening at 16.50. We want to take the overnight train to Tozeur which departs at 20.50 for arrival in the morning. Can anyone tell me what is the best way to get to the train station (taxi?)for tains to the south from the airport and how long it will take to do. Do we have enuoght time to do this - 4 hours? I am UK citizen so visas no problem but my wife is austarlian so will need a visa on arrival. I'm assuming that this wont takle so long and that we will be able to make the train - but any TIME SAVING tips would be appreciated - for example would it be best to book the train tickets online in advance - do we then have to pick them up at the station, will ther be ques etc etc?

Thanks in advance.

My boyfriend and I are planning a trip to tunisia for the end of this month. We would like to visit the War Memorial in Medjez-El-Bab, approx. 60 kilometres west of Tunis. Apparently you can get a train there, but I have been able to find anything online that confirms this - can anyone advise on this?

Many thanks

i will be on holiday in mahida in may, and i would like to visit my father's
grave in blida,algiers. can anyone give me advice how to get there safely.
thank you, john.

How much will it cost to take a taxi from the Tunis airport to the Sheraton Hotel and Towers? Has anyone ever stayed at this hotel? Is it centrally located? Also, how much should it cost to take a taxi from the Sheraton Hotel to the souks at the Medina?

Thanks,

i would like to travel to tripoli while my stay in Tunisia.

i just wanna know if there is any short tour which take u to tripoli. If yes, usually how long is the tour and how much? and where can i find those tours?

thanks a lot!!!

i am planning to visit Tunisia in may after my trip to Morocco. I was wondering which airlines i can take to get me from morocco to Tunis. i am planning to either fly from marrakesh or Fez to Tunis. And usually how much would it cost??

Is it possible or easy to get the ticket when i arrive in morocco?? if yes, where can i buy the ticket? or do i have to book in advance? I got so little information from my country.

please do advise me on the air transport! would be very grateful! thanks so much

We will be spending a few hours in Tunis during a shore excursion from our ship. We have purchased transfers from the port to Tunis from the ship and return, but we would like to hire a local guide to show us around, and, especially, to shop. Are there "official guides"? Where would we find them and how would we know they are legitimate? We will only have about 4 hours in the city; does anyone have an approximate idea as to how much we should pay a guide? Thanks, Sandy Princeton67@Cox.net

Strange question, I know, but could anyone give me some information about Tunis' central food market? It is the largest one in Tunisia? I'd heard it was divided into separate halls for different things and that they sell horse heads in the meat section. Is this right or am I thinking about somewhere else...? I'd be really grateful for any info. Thanks.

We will be going to Tunisia for february and march 2008 and are a bit worried about the weather. What part should we go to first for the warmest part and then head to??? Thanks so much The old ones

Greetings-
I have recently accepted an internship in Tunis for Summer 2008. I was wondering if anyone has information or could connect me with a one bedroom furnished (serviced?) flat for those three months. Even information about if they are hard to find or not? My company offered to help but it's not a sure thing that I will be placed prior to arrival and I don't want to live out of a hotel for longer than need be. Also, any advice on shipping a trunk of my things prior to flight? Are clothing and most other daily things easy to come by and affordable in Tunis? Thanks in advance for all of your worldly wisdom!
-Samantha

Hi,

I am planning to visit Tunis for a 3 to 6 months assignment. I will be coming along with my wife and kid and am just wondering if some one can give me details about a 1 bedroom serviced apartment costs and mid size car rental costs there.. thanks in advance..

i am supposed to be going to Tunisia to do some training in January and from what iv read im dreading it, i know its a beautiful country but i was looking forward to the nightlife and i hear for females its not too good, i love dancing specially salsa so are there no salsa clubs there WHAT SO EVER??? please help

We visited the Bardo Museum 4 years ago when we were on a typical Day trip march through and spent 30 mins there. We are considering visiting Tunisia again for a week over the New Year.

We anticipate that the days we have to visit the museum would be 28 to 31 of December.
Can you advise the location of the museum and the opening hours?
Would we have time to have a good look round the museum and spend some time in Tunis?

We will probably be staying in Port El Kantaoui, would we be better driving or getting a train/Taxi?


Regards

Hi all,
This morning I saw some spectacular (and fairly costly) jewelry in the Kairouan souk that I was told by a Tunisian friend is of a type owned by all Tunisian families, and is an heirloom passed down from mother to daughter.

The jewelry was made of 9 carat yellow gold, and set with rough brownish diamonds.

Can anyone give me information about the jewelry I describe above?
Thanks so much,
LitDoc

Planning a tour to Tunisia mid April. What will the weather be like around that time. The tour will take us all around the country. What type of clothes should we pack? Does it get dark early in Tunisia in April? Just wondering how many hours of daylight we will have for sightseeing.

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We are taking a tour to Tunisia in April. Where would be the best places to buy gold jewelry? We will be in Tunis and Sousse along with some other cities. I would like to buy from a reputable jeweler. Do they sell 14kt, 18kt or 22kt gold in Tunisia? Is gold a good buy there? Do they sell gold jewelry in the medina souks in Tunis?

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We are planning our first tour to Tunisia in April. We will be visiting Tunis
and Sousse along with other cities. Where would be the best places to buy dolls dressed in Tunisian costumes? I collect dolls from the countries I visit. We will be on an escorted tour, so we won't have much time for shopping on our own. Hope to hear from you.

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How far is is from Sousse to the Tunis Airport? How long will it take to drive from Sousse to the Tunis Airport? Should we be able to get a tourist taxi to take us from Sousse to the Tunis Airport? We have to make an early flight.

Thanks,