Tunisia Holidays

Tunisia punches above its weight. Over 1,000km of Mediterranean coast, 300 days of sunshine a year, Star Wars filming locations scattered across the desert, eight UNESCO World Heritage sites... need we say more?

Highlights of your Holidays to Tunisia 2026/2027

• 300 sunny days a year: Tunisia is genuinely one of the sunniest spots in the Mediterranean, dry from May to October and mild enough to visit all year round

• Over 1,000km of coast: white sands, turquoise water, Mediterranean all the way. Hammamet's beaches are the headliner, but the whole coast from Monastir to Djerba delivers

• Star Wars was filmed here: the Tatooine scenes from the original trilogy were shot across southern Tunisia, and most resorts run day trips to Luke's house, the Mos Espa set and the Chott el Jerid salt flats

• Roman ruins without the Italian prices: El Jem's amphitheatre rivals the Colosseum, Carthage is the original Mediterranean superpower site, and eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites across the country deserve a day each

• Brilliant value for a Med holiday: a beer is £1-£2  (€1-€2), a meal out £10-£15 a head, all-inclusive weeks from around £300 per person. Cheaper on the ground than Spain, Greece or Turkey

• The Sahara starts here: day trips and overnight excursions into the proper desert, camel treks across dunes, Berber villages, and sunrise over the Chott el Jerid salt flats

3 Fun Facts About Tunisia

• Tunisia is basically Tatooine – Star Wars fans, listen up! The original Star Wars trilogy was filmed in Tunisia. So, yes, you can visit the real-life desert planet Tatooine. Just don’t try to steal a lightsaber.

• The Roman Colosseum of Africa – The El Jem amphitheatre is so massive, that it could give Rome a run for its money! Gladiators once battled here – and you can even pretend to be one.

• A beer typically ranges from 3 to 5 Tunisian Dinar, which is about £0.80 to £1.50 so the holiday basically pays for itself

Bonus fact: Tunisia boasts 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, from Carthage to the Medina of Tunis. Not bad for a beach holiday destination!

Been there, done that...

"Tunisia surprised me, I went expecting a fairly standard beach holiday and came back having seen Roman ruins bigger than anything I'd seen in Europe. El Jem in particular stopped me in my tracks; standing in the middle of that amphitheatre with almost nobody else around felt like having a piece of ancient history entirely to myself. The desert excursion was the highlight though, riding out into the Sahara on a day trip, the silence out there is something else, and watching the sun go down over the dunes is one of those moments you don't fully appreciate until you're trying to describe it to someone afterwards. One tip: haggle in the souks, it's expected and half the fun, and don't be afraid to walk away if a price feels off, there's always another stall."

-Rob Brooks, OtB Holiday Expert

Tunisia is perfect for you if...

• You like great beaches on the Med and lovely, comfy, all inclusive hotels, but don't like spending so much money

• You want a proper desert and a proper beach in the same week, with the Sahara a day trip from your sun lounger

• You are a Star Wars person, or you live with one, and Tatooine being a real place you can stand in is not a small thing

• You like ruins but not queues, and the idea of a Roman amphitheatre you can walk into without booking three weeks ahead appeals

• You want winter sun without a long-haul flight, because three hours gets you somewhere that is still warm in November

Where to Stay on your Tunisia holidays

• 💑 Where should couples stay in Tunisia? - the ultimate romantic spot, Hammamet has everything you need for couples' holidays: white sandy beaches, dreamy sunsets, and candlelit dinners by the sea. Add a couples spa day to unwind after a tipsy evening, and we reckon you'll be falling in love all over again.

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Where should families stay in Tunisia? - Port El Kantaoui is a family-friendly resort town is packed with fun. There’s a fancy marina, chilled beaches, and activities to keep the kiddos entertained (so you can sneak in a cocktail or two). Water sports? Mini-golf? Check and check. It's what family holiday dreams are made of.

• 🎉 Where should groups stay in Tunisia? - ready to party on your group holidays? Sousse is where the good times roll! Think beach bars, lively nightlife, and souks for those souk-vernirs (see what we did there?). Plus, you can have a cheeky camel ride through the desert (unfortunately, they are not transfers to the airport)  

• 🏖️ Which other Tunisian resorts are worth a look? - Mahdia is a proper fishing port with uncrowded beaches, fresh seafood and a medina that hasn't lost its soul. Skanes is another chilled option with beachfront resorts and easy access to Monastir.

Cheap holidays to Tunisia

Ever thought about getting a tan, some EPIC Insta pics, and maybe a souvenir camel (a keyring, obvs) without selling an arm, a leg - or even a pinkie toe? Well, we've got the cheat sheet, and Tunisia holidays are the answer. Think of this place as that one friend who always knows where to get the good deals – like those designer shoes for a car-boot-sale price (or, in our case, bangin' beach jollies for a so-low-you'll-do-a-double-take price). From sun-drenched beaches to fun-packed hotels for the whole fam, Tunisia is the kind of holiday where your money stretches like your fave pair of elastic-waist trousers. Which, btw, you'll definitely be needing here - because the food is delish 😋

Once you land, that's when the bargains begin. A beer is £1-£2 / €1-€2 against £5-£6 / €6-€7 in the Balearics. Dinner out is £10-£15 / €12-€18 a head somewhere good. A coffee is under a pound. Two weeks here costs what a week costs in western Euope.

All-inclusive is where the best savings are, because Tunisia does it at a standard that would cost noticeably more in Spain. Although, if you want to do more day trips, or see more of the country, because the drinks outside the resort are cheap as well, half board plus eating out twice is a perfectly good plan here in a way it is not everywhere.

On timing: May, June, September and October give you full summer sea temperatures and prices that are not August prices. November and December stay mild enough for the ruins, the souks and a walk on an empty beach.

Make sure to budget for excursions, which are the reason to come and are worth doing properly.

And finally be aware there is a closed currency, which means you will need to change money whilst you're there, and spend it all before you fly.

What are the best beaches to visit on your holidays to Tunisia?

Some of the most spectacular beaches in the Mediterranean await on your beach holiday to Tunisia. Check out this diverse range of beaches:

• Hammamet beaches: the main Hammamet Beach and Yasmine Hammamet stretch run for miles, white sand, warm calm water, and the walled medina on the headland. Tunisia's headline beach day

• La Marsa: north of Tunis, often called the most beautiful stretch in the country. Luxury resorts, emerald water, and the upmarket version of Tunisia's beach offering

• Kelibia Beach: quieter and favoured by locals, on the eastern Cap Bon peninsula. Proper pristine sand, barely touristy

• El Haouaria: rugged coast at Cap Bon's tip, minimal development, surrounded by nature. For the days when you want a beach with no soundtrack

• Sidi Bou Said: the famously blue-and-white clifftop village has a beach below it, mixed African and Greek-island influences in the architecture above

• Gammarth: Tunisia's most luxurious beach, palm-lined, full watersports offering, high-end resort strip

• Marsa Dhouiba: one of Tunisia's quieter beaches, nature-backed, for a day away from the resort crowd

Tunisia All Inclusive Holidays

This little North African gem is as charming as a friendly camel, packing more culture, history, and fun into its all inclusive holidays than a souk has spices. Imagine swapping the dull daily commute for strolling through a centuries-old Medina or taking a relaxing dip in the Mediterranean sea. And let's not even get started on the food! Their spicy harissa paste can turn any dish from mundane to cheeky in a heartbeat. That's why all-inclusive is how most people do Tunisia. The resorts here run to a standard that costs a good deal more in Spain or Greece, and because the country is inexpensive underneath, the package price buys you a better hotel than the same money would elsewhere.

The coast splits into three moods. Hammamet and Yasmine Hammamet are the polished end: jasmine gardens, thalassotherapy spas, the biggest concentration of five-stars in the country. Port El Kantaoui and Skanes are the family end, purpose-built, with aquaparks and marinas and short transfers. Sousse is where the nights out live.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 What are the best all-inclusive hotels in Tunisia for families?

• Nozha Beach Resort & Spa sits directly on the sand at Hammamet with waterslides, a mini club and four restaurants including a beach barbecue, so nobody has to eat the same thing twice.

• Iberostar Selection Kuriat Palace is five-star beachfront at Skanes with its own Aquafun waterpark and the Star Camp kids' programme, and a thalassotherapy spa for whoever is not in the waterpark.

💑 What are the best all-inclusive hotels in Tunisia for couples?

• Iberostar Selection Diar El Andalous does five-star beachfront at Port El Kantaoui with Moorish gardens and Star Prestige rooms if you want the quieter corner of it.

• The Mirage Resort & Spa is the indulgent one, at Yasmine Hammamet, with a half-Olympic pool and a spa that is the reason people rebook it.

🎉 What are the best all-inclusive hotels in Tunisia for groups?

• Riadh Palms is on the beach in Sousse with a lagoon-style pool, pool bars and the Bora Bora strip within walking distance of the front door.

• Marhaba Club has direct beach access, three bars and one of the better all-inclusive packages for the money, a short taxi from the Sousse nightlife.

What are the top hotels to stay at in Tunisia?

With hotels across Hammamet, Sousse, Port El Kantaoui, Monastir, Skanes and beyond, Tunisia has a brilliant spread of resorts for every type of holiday...

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 What are the best family hotels in Tunisia?

• Phenicia Hotel - A four-star classic in Hammamet surrounded by nine hectares of jasmine gardens with its own private beach, kids' club, waterslides and ten tennis courts. Very well reviewed and one of the most popular hotels in Tunisia.

• Nozha Beach Resort & Spa - Right on the beach in Hammamet with swimming pools, waterslides, a mini club and four restaurants including a beach BBQ. Very well reviewed and a proper crowd-pleaser for families who want everything on-site.

• Iberostar Selection Kuriat Palace - A five-star beachfront resort in Skanes with an Aquafun waterpark, Star Camp kids' programme and a thalassotherapy spa. Very well reviewed and one of the best family hotels in the country.

💑 What are the best hotels in Tunisia for couples?

• Medina Solaria & Thalasso Hotel - A five-star stunner in Yasmine Hammamet with themed evening entertainment, a traditional Moorish cafe and a proper thalassotherapy wellness centre. Very well reviewed with a gorgeous pool area.

• The Orangers Beach Resort - A four-star beachfront resort in Hammamet with three swimming pools, spa treatments, a traditional hammam and nightly live entertainment. Very well reviewed.

• Iberostar Selection Diar El Andalous - Five-star beachfront luxury in Port El Kantaoui with a relaxing spa, Star Prestige rooms for an extra touch of exclusivity, and beautiful Moorish-inspired gardens. Very well reviewed with over 5,000 ratings.

✨ What are the best luxury hotels in Tunisia?

• The Mirage Resort & Spa - Proper indulgence in Yasmine Hammamet with seven tennis courts, a half-Olympic-sized pool and a top-tier spa. Five-star all the way.

• Tour Khalef - A five-star showstopper in Sousse with Bali beds right in the pool, direct beach access and a world-class thalassotherapy spa. Very well reviewed with over 5,000 ratings.

🎉 What are the best hotels in Tunisia for groups?

• Riadh Palms - Right on the beach in Sousse with a lagoon-style pool, pool bars, a spa and evening entertainment. Four-star all-inclusive in the heart of the nightlife action - walk to the Bora Bora strip.

• Hotel Riviera Sousse - A four-star resort near Port El Kantaoui with four swimming pools including waterslides, a disco bar open until 2am and a private beach. Very well reviewed with over 4,300 ratings.

💰 What are the best value hotels in Tunisia?

• Marhaba Club - A four-star resort in Sousse with direct beach access, three bars, a children's pool with slides and a brilliant all-inclusive package. Very well reviewed and a solid budget pick.

• Skanes Serail - A four-star beachfront resort in Skanes with an on-site aquapark, three restaurants, four bars and a spa. Big, bold and great value for money.

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👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 What are the best things to do on a Tunisia family holiday?

Tunisia is a corker for family holidays, mixing wildlife adventures with history that isn't boring. It’s got enough to keep the kiddos entertained and the parents happy.

• Friguia Park wildlife reserve: between Hammamet and Sousse, home to lions, giraffes and zebras. Half-day out, proper family photo material

• Carthage ruins: walking through a 3,000-year-old Phoenician-then-Roman city, much more fun than a school history lesson. Great for older kids

• Camel ride: most beach resorts offer short camel treks along the sand. Unforgettable family bonding (and hilarious photo material)

• Pirate ship cruise: themed day boats from Hammamet and Sousse, costume crew and all, absolute hit with the under-10s

• Carthage Land theme park, Port El Kantaoui: waterslides, rides, full-day out for a day off the beach

💑 What are the best things to do for couples on a Tunisia holiday?

For romance, Tunisia serves up sunset vibes and hidden corners that are perfect for just the two of you on your next couples' holidays. Warning: high chances of falling in love with the food.

• Sunset horse ride on Hammamet beach: straight out of a film, around £30 an hour

• Medina of Tunis: wander the walled Arab quarter, find hidden rooftop cafés, get thoroughly lost. Mint tea at every stop

• Sidi Bou Said at dusk: the blue-and-white clifftop village at sunset, mint tea on a terrace overlooking the Gulf of Tunis

• Proper hammam experience: traditional Turkish-Arab bathhouse, steam-scrub-massage ritual, £15-30 at a resort spa, less at a local one

• Candlelit seafront dinner: fresh catch at a beach restaurant, usually £20-30 for two with a bottle of local wine

🎉 What are the best things to do for groups on a Tunisia holiday?

For group holiday goals, Tunisia brings the heat with adventure and nightlife that's just what the doctor ordered. Whether you are in Sousse or the Sahara, it's guaranteed fun.

• Sousse nightlife: the Boulevard Taieb Mhiri strip has the main bar and club scene, plus beachfront venues that run late

• Full-day boat trip: group cruises from Sousse or Hammamet with lunch, swim stops, snorkelling, music, £30-40 a head

• Quad biking in the desert: half-day excursions into the dunes, adrenaline-packed group day out, about £50-60 a head

• Star Wars film-location tour: day trips from most resorts to the Tatooine filming spots, Matmata cave houses and Mos Espa set. Movie buffs, non-negotiable

• Sahara overnight: two-day excursions into the desert with a Berber camp overnight, genuinely memorable group experience

🍽️ What are the best things to do in Tunisia for foodies?

Ready to eat your way through Tunisia? The food scene here is spicy, fresh and absolutely delish.

• La Goulette: port town near Tunis, famous for fresh seafood at harbour-side restaurants. The Friday-night fish plates are an institution

• Brik: the national street-food snack, crispy deep-fried pastry stuffed with egg and tuna. Try one from a street vendor, eat it hot

• Tunisian cooking class: most resort areas offer half-day classes, market shopping then cooking couscous, tagines and harissa. £30-50 a head

• Harissa tasting: the national chilli paste is served with everything, fiery, garlicky, and unmistakable. Pick up a jar to take home

• Mint tea ritual: sweet, strong, poured from height in thin glasses. Every café in the country, every afternoon

Local Lingo

• Marhaba - mar-HA-ba - Hello

• Shukran - SHOOK-ran - Thank you

• Min fadlik - min FAD-lik - Please

• Bislema - bis-la-MA - Goodbye

• Yezzi - YEZ-zee - Enough (dead useful in the souks when the haggling gets intense)

• Sahha - SAH-ha - Cheers (what you say before tucking into a meal or clinking glasses)

• Inshallah - in-SHA-lah - God willing (you'll hear this one about fifty times a day)

More Tunisia Destinations

• Hammamet - The original Tunisian beach resort. White sand, jasmine-scented gardens, a charming old medina and the biggest concentration of five-star hotels in the country. The go-to for couples and families alike.

• Sousse - The party capital of Tunisia with a UNESCO-listed medina, buzzing nightlife strip and easy day trips to El Jem. Brilliant for groups and anyone who wants a bit more action with their beach break.

• Port El Kantaoui - A purpose-built resort town with a pretty marina, an aquapark and Carthage Land theme park. Family-friendly, calm and easy to navigate. Just north of Sousse for when you want a livelier night out.

• Monastir - A historic coastal city with a striking ribat fortress, a beautiful marina and a laid-back atmosphere. Close to Skanes and the airport, so transfers are a breeze.

• Mahdia - A proper working fishing port with uncrowded beaches, fresh seafood and a medina that hasn't been overrun by tourists. Quieter and more authentic than the bigger resorts.

• Skanes - A chilled beachfront strip between Monastir and Sousse with big all-inclusive resorts, soft sand beaches and easy access to both cities by taxi.