Tunis Mini Guide
Tunis is the capital city of Tunisia and the country's largest city. It is at the edge of Lake Tunis and the Mediterranean Sea. The city extends along the coast and out into the surrounding hillside.
How do I get There?
Most visitors going there will fly into Tunis-Carthage Airport and from there you can take a SNT or TUT bus into the city. Once there you can use the light metro or train service to get around town. To travel further afield, the TGM and SNCF train service takes you to major towns and cities in Tunisia. Visit the village of Sidi Bou Said, it’s a seaside village with pretty blue and white houses and nice cafes. If you love the beach, spend a day at
Hammament or Jarbah.
Cheapest car hire in Tunis
Nissan Micra
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 31.26 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 218.87 EUR from 20/03/2023
Renault Symbol
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 32.54 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 227.79 EUR from 20/03/2023
Kia Rio
5 Adults, 4 Doors
From 35.09 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 245.63 EUR from 20/03/2023
Renault Clio
4 Adults, 3 Doors
From 36.36 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 254.55 EUR from 20/03/2023
Hyundai i10
4 Adults, 5 Doors
From 38.60 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 270.24 EUR from 20/03/2023
Skoda Fabia
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 42.48 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 297.39 EUR from 20/03/2023
Dacia Logan
5 Adults, 4 Doors
From 50.19 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 351.37 EUR from 20/03/2023
Volkswagen Polo Sedan
5 Adults, 4 Doors
From 50.19 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 351.37 EUR from 20/03/2023
Hyundai i10
4 Adults, 5 Doors
From 54.07 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 378.52 EUR from 20/03/2023
Useful to know about Tunis
- With only 700,000 residents, Tunis, is small for a capital city and is right next door to ancient Carthage.
- The city’s Medina or old quarter is one of the finest in the Arab world.
- The city is built right on the Bay of Tunis and with great access to the Mediterranean.
- The name comes from a Berber word meaning 'night camp', the origins of the city.
Popular car hire destinations in Tunis
Best car rental companies in Tunis
7.8
No.1: SGF,
based on 92 reviews
12 min (average wait time)
6.7
No.2: EUROPCAR,
based on 92 reviews
13 min (average wait time)
6.5
No.3: AVIS,
based on 49 reviews
16 min (average wait time)
Tunis car hire information
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€ 218.82
Average price:
(per week)
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€ 31.26
Best Price:
Per Week
Average prices per day for car hire in Tunis
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January | € 40 |
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February | € 40 |
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March | € 41 |
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April | € 41 |
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May | € 37 |
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June | € 49 |
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July | € 77 |
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August | € 71 |
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September | € 55 |
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October | € 43 |
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November | € 39 |
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December | € 45 |
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January | € 33 |
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February | € 33 |
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March | € 32 |
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April | € 33 |
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May | € 32 |
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June | € 41 |
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July | € 64 |
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August | € 57 |
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September | € 44 |
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October | € 33 |
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November | € 32 |
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December | € 35 |
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Item | Percent |
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January | € 134 |
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February | € 120 |
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March | € 122 |
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April | € 156 |
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May | € 183 |
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June | € 176 |
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July | € 164 |
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August | € 160 |
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September | € 129 |
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October | € 97 |
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November | € 97 |
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December | € 125 |
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Item | Percent |
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January | € 50 |
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February | € 53 |
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March | € 54 |
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April | € 54 |
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May | € 52 |
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June | € 64 |
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July | € 100 |
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August | € 100 |
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September | € 71 |
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October | € 55 |
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November | € 52 |
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December | € 58 |
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Item | Percent |
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January | € 30 |
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February | € 32 |
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March | € 30 |
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April | € 25 |
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May | € 26 |
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June | € 37 |
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July | € 75 |
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August | € 66 |
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September | € 53 |
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October | € 32 |
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November | € 30 |
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December | € 41 |
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January | € 83 |
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February | € 76 |
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March | € 74 |
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April | € 78 |
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May | € 77 |
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June | € 81 |
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July | € 149 |
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August | € 144 |
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September | € 109 |
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October | € 73 |
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November | € 71 |
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December | € 78 |
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April | € 372 |
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May | € 372 |
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June | € 367 |
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*average daily rates based on 7 day rental, search for today's best prices
FAQs about car hire in Tunis
How much does car hire in Tunis cost?
Car hire in Tunis costs as little as €31.30 per day, however the average price across all suppliers for a Economy class vehicle is €40.10 per day. The most expensive car to hire is €96.60 per day from EUROPCAR for a Skoda Octavia.
What car hire companies offer sanitised car rental in Tunis ?
2 car hire brands have committed to maintaining sanitisation measures as per WHO COVID-19 guidelines in Tunis , including EUROPCAR, AVIS, see the full list
here.
What car hire companies offer sanitised car rental in Tunis ?
None of the car hire companies in Tunis are currently offering sanitised cars as per WHO COVID-19 guidelines.
Who is the best car rental agent in Tunis ?
Based on recent customer reviews over the last 3 months, SGF Rent a Car has the highest customer rating for car hire in Tunis with a score of 7.8/10
with Europcar EMEA Franchise rated second best with a score of 6.7/10
.
How much does it cost to hire a compact car in Tunis ?
Today’s cheapest price for compact car hire in Tunis is €227.79 per week from SGF.
Who is the cheapest car hire agent in Tunis ?
The cheapest car hire company in Tunis is SGF, with prices for a Economy class car such as the Nissan Micra available from as little as €218.82 per week.
How much is fuel in Tunis ?
You can expect to pay €0.76/ltr of petrol and €0.664/ltr of diesel in Tunis . You’ll pay a premium if refilling at motorway services of up to 10%.
What car hire agencies are available in Tunis ?
We can arrange great deals on car hire in Tunis with leading car hire companies such as EUROPCAR, SGF as well as reputable, local car hire companies.
What type of car can I hire in Tunis ?
We can arrange Compact, Economy, Intermediate and Mini class rental cars in Tunis .
How much does it cost to hire a convertible car in Tunis ?
We don’t currently have any convertible cars to hire in Tunis , but we are working in it and please check dates for future rentals.
The price at the moment for a convertible rental car in Tunis is € per week from for a .
Do you have a discount code for car hire in Tunis ?
We don’t have any discount codes for car hire in Tunis at the moment, however SGF rates start from just €218.82 per week. If you’ve found a cheaper price than €218.82 from SGF in Tunis or any other rental agent, let us know and we’ll do our best to beat it.
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Tunis ?
The cheapest price to hire a car for a week in Tunis is €219.10 per week with an average price of €280.70 per week across all car hire companies.
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Information about the car hire agents in Tunis
Telephone numbers for popular car hire companies in
Tunis
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Europcar (tel: 216 71 940752)
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Sgf (tel: +21626218176/+21623217020)
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Sixt (tel: +216-71334064)
Pick-up locations for car hire companies in
Tunis
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Europcar (8 RUE DES ENTREPRENEURS ZONE INDUSTRIELLE APT CHARGUIA 2, 2 Rue du lac Huron, TUNIS, 2035)
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Sgf (45 Avenue Alain Savary, Tunis, 1002)
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Avis (Zone Industrielle Charguia, Tunis)
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Sixt (Ghana Street 05, Tunis, 1002)
Car hire company ratings in
Tunis
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SGF Rent a Car: Rated 7.8/10 from 14 reviews
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Europcar EMEA Franchise: Rated 6.7/10 from 14 reviews
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Avis Europe Franchise: Rated 6.5/10 from 11 reviews
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SIXT Franchise: Rated 2.9/10 from 6 reviews
Tunis Mini Guide
Tell me About Tunis
Tunis is the capital city of Tunisia and the country's largest city. It is at the edge of Lake Tunis and the Mediterranean Sea. The city extends along the coast and out into the surrounding hillside.
How do I get There?
Most visitors going there will fly into Tunis-Carthage Airport and from there you can take a SNT or TUT bus into the city. Once there you can use the light metro or train service to get around town. To travel further afield, the TGM and SNCF train service takes you to major towns and cities in Tunisia.
What can I see in the City?
Take a walking tour in the Medina the historical heart of the city and see some of the ancient monuments such as Dar Den Abdallah Palace and Zitouna Mosque. Visit the main street Avenue Habib Bourguiba, with its hotels, shops and restaurants it is likened to the Champs-Elysees in Paris. Of course you should also try and get to Carthage and see the ancient city ruins.
What Should I do in the City?
You can visit the Bardo International Museum, a beautiful building with roman mosaics and bronze artefacts. For a little culture, go to the Theatre Municipal de Tunis and see an opera or ballet. Belvedere Park is the largest in the city and overlooks Lake Tunis - if you get bored of walking there, you can see the animals at Tunis Zoo or visit the Museum of Modern Art.
Tell me About the Food
For breakfast do as the locals do and have a coffee and a French pastry. Lunchtime calling? Head to one of the sandwich shops – try the local favourite, which is tinned tuna with harissa. To get a taste of real local food, go to L’Orient Restaurant in the port area and try local dishes of cous cous and Berber lamb. El Khalifa Restaurant on Rue d’Iran has delicious West African dishes for something a little spicy and is well known for its friendly atmosphere.
Should I Head for the Souks?
Shopaholics will love the variety of the souks and all their scents and colours. The Tunis souks are probably the most authentic in North Africa and you must remember to haggle for the best price! Carpets and textiles make nice souvenirs and leather goods can usually be a bargain. Look out for the tiny craft shops there too and see filigree and copperware being made.
Where Should I Stay?
In the city, try the 3 star Hotel Carlton it is just 500m from Medina. It is a small modern hotel and restaurant ideally located for exploring the city. Further out in the pretty village of Sidi Bou Said stay at the Dar Amilcar, a guest house decorated in true Tunisian style. They have a swimming pool and gardens for you to enjoy.
What can I see Outside of Tunis?
Visit the village of Sidi Bou Said, it’s a seaside village with pretty blue and white houses and nice cafes. If you love the beach, spend a day at
Hammament or Jarbah.
Are There any Festivals?
The largest festival is the Carthage International Festival held in July and August. It is held mostly at Carthage Ampitheatre and attracts film makers and performing artists from all over the world.
The city of Tunis is quite small compared to other capitals but it is getting bigger. Still the city retains its character in the old quarter called the Medina. There the streets seem to fall in on each other and amongst the shadowy alleys the sights, sounds and scents assail the senses.
If the city gets too much and the average beaches don’t appeal, hire a car and drive out to Tunis Lake on the landward side of the city. There, the noise and bustle of the city disappear amidst the tranquillity of the surroundings.