Once you're in Tunisia

A pre-booked transfer has a fixed price: the driver waits with your name, and there's no haggling at the airport exit. Handy with children, luggage or a late-night arrival.

• KiwitaxiPre-booked transfer from the airport to your town, at a fixed price.See offers
• GetTransferPrivate transfer: drivers quote their price and you pick the offer.See offers
• Shuttle DirectShared shuttle or private transfer from the airport to your hotel.See offers

Tunisia isn't covered by EU or UK roaming deals, so using your usual plan there is expensive. An eSIM installs on your phone before you leave, without changing your SIM card, for Google Maps, WhatsApp and your bookings.

• AiraloeSIM for Tunisia, installed on your phone before you leave.See offers
• SailyeSIM by Nord Security: data plans for Tunisia, set up in minutes.See offers
• YesimeSIM with data plans for Tunisia and many other countries.See offers

To set your own pace, a hire car often works out cheaper than lots of taxis, especially for a family. Prices, paperwork, deposit and traps to avoid: see our car hire guide.

• GetRentacarLocal rental companies in Tunisia, often cheaper than the big brands.See offers
• LocalrentLocal rental firms in Tunisia, with the exact car model and terms shown before you book.See offers

Carthage, Sidi Bou Said, El Jem, Kairouan or the Sahara: length, prices and traps to avoid in our day trips guide.

• GetYourGuideDay trips and guided tours in Tunisia, with verified reviews and often free cancellation.See offers
• WeGoTripAudio guides on your phone to explore Carthage or the Tunis medina at your own pace.See offers

• You can only get dinars in Tunisia: use an ATM at the airport or a bureau de change, and keep your exchange receipts.
• Cash is king in small shops, taxis and markets; hotels and big stores take cards.
• Keep some small change for tips and taxis.
• Bringing gifts or cash? The rules are in our customs guide.

• France Diplomatie – Conseils aux voyageurs, Tunisie (officiel)
• Banque centrale de Tunisie – Change et réglementation (officiel)
• Airalo – eSIM Tunisie
• Saily – eSIM Tunisie