You have a trip booked. Now it’s time for the nice part of the planning: What to do in Tunis? To give you some inspiration, I have listed 65 things to do in Tunis. If you are heading out of the capital, remember to check the Tunisia bucket list, where I have shared 40 things to do and see in Tunisia. Now let’s get started!
Click here for the ultimate Tunis travel guide. The guide helps plan your trip to Tunis, but also practical tips are listed. Without forgetting plenty of inspiration.
What to do in Tunis - 65 things to do in Tunis
Cultural activities - Things to do in Tunis
Go beyond the typical tourist attractions and dive deeper into Tunisian culture. The best news is that Tunis has plenty of cultural attractions to discover. I have narrowed it down to the 14 best cultural activities in Tunis.
The best museums
Tunis is not the capital of the most glorious museums in the world. But there are museums to visit for first-time visitors and experts of Tunisian cultural heritage. I advise you to read through the full article on the best museums in Tunis. There I present in more detail the four best museums in Tunis. I recommend you to choose the National Bardo Museum if you have a limited amount of time. The Bardo museum is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Tunis.
- The National Bardo Museum
- Carthage National Museum
- National Military Museum
- Maison de l’Image
The best art galleries
Are you interested in art? Read through the list of the best art galleries in Tunis that must be visited. Pick the most interesting ones and enjoy the days filled with art. Looking for an art gallery in Sidi Bou Said? On the list, you find two art galleries located in charming Sidi Bou Said.
The complete list of the best art galleries in Tunis with all the essential information.
5. Galerie A.Gorgi
6. Musk and Amber Gallery
7. Marsa Gallery
8. B7L9 Art Station
9. Selma Feriani Gallery
The best historic sites and buildings
Hesitating which historic buildings and sites to visit in Tunis? I have listed the five worth-visiting historical buildings and sites in Tunis that you shall not miss. Are you interested to discover one of the most beautiful palaces, the maze-like old Medina, or the historical ruins of Carthage? Find the full article here with additional information.
10. Carthage
11. Old Medina of Tunis
12. Dar Bach Hamba
13. Bab El Bhar
14. Clocktower
The best places for shopping - What to do in Tunis
Ready for shopping! I have created a little shopping guide for you. The shopping guide will help you to find the best areas for shopping but in addition also four shopping malls. Read the complete shopping list below if you are looking for a historical bazaar, shopping mall, or usual international brands. Or if you are hesitating what you should buy from Tunisia, read through the following article where I have listed 13 things to buy from Tunisia.
The best places for shopping in Tunis.
15. Medina
16. Sidi Bou Said
17. Avenue Habib Bourguiba
18. Tunisia mall
19. Azur city
20. Central Park
21. Tunis City Mall
Discover Tunisian food - Things to do
I would say that discovering new foods is one of the best parts of traveling. I love food, and I love Tunisian food. When people ask me things about Tunisia, I usually start telling them about the cuisine. I promise you that their food is so delicious that you will be amazed! I have listed some of the best restaurants and cafes in Tunis below. If you are generally interested in Tunisian cuisine. I recommend reading the following posts: 10 traditional foods to eat in Tunisia, the best Tunisian drinks you have to try, the traditional Tunisian breakfast, and 10 popular sweets you need to try.
The best restaurants
I really enjoy trying different foods and restaurants when traveling. You find so many great restaurants in Tunis that finding the best restaurants might be challenging. In general, food and eating out have a significant role in the life of people in Tunisia. So, if you are looking for a whole Tunis experience, then eating out is a must thing to do. In the streets, you will find street restaurants and fast food kiosks. I highly recommend trying these kinds of restaurants, even though I haven’t put those on this list.
Complete a list of the best restaurants in Tunis.
22. Omek Sanafa
23. Dar El Jeld
24. The Cliff
25. IT
26. Frederic Cassel
27. Crepes Factory
28. La Villa Bleue
29. Go! Sushi
30. Restaurant Syrien Soryana
31. Pizza Slice & Slicy
32. Foundouk El Attarine
33. Au Bon Vieux temps
34. Restaurant Sultan Ahmet
35. Dar Fatma
36. Restaurant La Spigola
The best cafes
Cafés and coffee are the backbones of Tunisian society and culture. A visit to Tunis won’t be complete without spending hours in unique cafes, enjoying strong espresso, one shot at a time. I have listed the 11 best cafés in Tunis so that you can start your day with a fresh cup of coffee and enjoy the joyful way of living.
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37. Panorama Cafe
38. Madame Masmood
39. Le Grand Cafe du Theatre
40. Paul
41. Frederic Cassel
42. Bondin
43. Cafe Des Delices
44. Cosmitto Coffee
45. Eric Kayser
46. Gourmandise
47. Parad’ice
Party in Tunis
Your holiday has started, and looking for a place to party? Tunis, the capital of Tunisia, is known for charming medinas, the never-ending summer, and delicious food. Besides these, this capital has a very vibrant nightlife. Here, I have listed different kinds of places to have fun. Maybe you are looking for a place to dance all night long or a cozy bar to sip tasty cocktails. Be sure, to check a link to the complete Tunis nightlife guide.
The best bars
Looking for the best bars in Tunis? I will share the best bars for after-work drinks. Followed by the best beach bars in Tunis if you prefer to have drinks with a view of the Mediterranean Sea. Also, read through the whole post to get all the information to choose the best bar to match your wishes.
48. Le Flamant
49. Bellini City
50. 117 Tunis
51. Beb Bhar – Gammarth
52. Yuka, Tunis
53. Jobi, Gammarth
The best cocktail bars
I have a couple of fascinating cocktail bar ideas to share with you. Pop by for a drink or spend the evening sipping tasty cocktails. Visit these cocktail bars if you are into yummy cocktails and reasonable prices.
54. Puro Exclusive Bar
55. Les Noctambules
56. Tangerine Rooftop
57. Club Gingembre
The best nightclubs
After cocktail bars, let’s talk about nightclubs in Tunis. Here are a couple of excellent spots where you can grab a drink or two, have a boogie, and celebrate with your friends. So, willing to dance on Tunisian night? Let’s go through the best nightclubs in Tunis. It’s time to enjoy Tunisian nightlife.
58. Le Carpe Diem
59. Don Papa
60. Billionaire, Gammarth
61. Zebra Club
The best lounges
Luckily, lounge bars aren’t just found in airports and hotels anymore. Actually, they’ve become hugely popular in Tunisia. Whether you fancy a glass of chardonnay, good vibes, chill music, or a classic gin-tonic, you are sure to find it in Tunisian lounges.
62. The Cliff
63. Golf De Carthage
64. Bellini, Gammarth
65. Le Plaza Corniche
Of course, this wasn’t all, but I hope these 65 things to do in Tunis give you some inspiration on how you could spend your time in this capital. Which activity would you add to the list of what to do in Tunis? Let me know in the comments.
Summer keeps me busy, enjoying the beautiful weather and eating a lot of ice cream. But hopefully, I have a little Sidi Bou Said guide to share with you soonish. And I am also planning to talk about beaches in the capital area. As always, take care!
