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How to Find Cheap Hotels in Tunis Tunisia

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Tunis is the capital of Tunisia, a small North African country that borders the Mediterranean Sea. A small, country town, Tunis has many ancient cultural treasures within its borders. While not a center for tourism, Tunis's unique charms attract travelers looking for something off the beaten path.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Visa, if you are from Australia or New Zealand.
  • Passport.

    Find Cheap Accommodations in Tunis, Tunisia

  1. Step 1

    Visit a hostel. Youth hostels are few and far between in Tunisia, but if you go to the old part of town, you just may spot one. These are ultra-cheap accommodations, and you'll be packed in with a lot of other travelers in close quarters, but you will generally find hostels to be clean and comfortable and breakfast is often served.

  2. Step 2

    Know you have a lot of choices. Close your eyes and point to any hotel in Tunis and you are likely to find a bargain. Tunis is not a big draw for tourists, so even the more luxurious hotels will be cheap compared to similar hotels in other places. Upscale accommodations at a cheap price abound in Tunis.

  3. Navigate Tunis

  4. Step 1

    Hop on board the train. Tunis's modern light rail system is the best way for getting around town.

  5. Step 2

    Start walking. Tunis is a very compact city, and most of it is easily accessible on foot.

  6. Explore Tunis

  7. Step 1

    Get a dose of culture at a museum. Tunis has several museums showcasing splendid artifacts from the country's Roman and Ottoman eras.

  8. Step 2

    See ancient landmarks. Tunisia has several ancient mosques, some dating back to the 9th century, that are well worth a visit. Make sure you dress modestly, and be aware that if you are not Muslim, you will only be allowed to enter the courtyard and not the building itself.

  9. Step 3

    Divide and conquer. Tunis is divided into two parts, the medina, or old city, and the ville nouvelle, or new city. Each part has its own charms and allure, so be sure to explore both.

  10. Step 4

    To book accommodations in Tunis, Tunisia, call Come to Tunisia at 011 (+020) 72 245 561 or visit the link below. If you're calling outside the US, then it would be 00 (+020) 72 245 561.

Tips & Warnings
  • Be aware that Tunisia is a Muslim country, and modest dress is expected, especially for women. The beach is the exception to this rule.
  • Get your vaccinations. Before you go, make sure you get vaccinated for yellow fever. It is also advisable, but not required, to get vaccinations for polio, typhoid, hepatitis A and B and malaria.
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