Flying time from the UK is less than three hours, making Tunis an ideal exotic weekend break. The food is superb, there’s a medieval souk barely touched by tourists, Roman ruins and the Bardo, one of Europe’s top museums. Don’t miss the treasures of Carthage and the stylish seafront village of Sidi Bou Said. 
Recommended tour operator: Aspects of Tunisia
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Tunisia’s capital and its surrounding coastline are packed with interest. In Tunis itself, don’t miss the Bardo museum with its magnificent collection of Roman mosaics, the archaeological site of Carthage, the Medina of Tunis and the village of Sidi Bou Saïd. If you fancy a day further afield, you can visit the archaeological sites of Dougga, Thuburbo Majus and Oudna.
Stay in the ancient Medina at Dar El Medina a family-run boutique hotel just steps away from historic buildings, colourful covered souks, Moorish tiled cafés and restaurants specialising in traditional Tunisian cuisine. A four-night break costs from £685 pp.
Or go for one of the most picturesque places in Tunisia, the postcard village of Sidi Bou Saïd where you’ll stay in the 19th century Arab mansion, Dar Saïd boutique hotel. Sidi Bou Saïd delights at every turn, built in the Andalusian style with sharp blue shutters and curvaceous window grilles, huge studded doors and pretty courtyards. Four nights cost from £695 pp.
Ten minutes north of Sidi Bou Saïd is The Residence, undoubtedly the best hotel in Tunisia. Relax in sybaritic luxury with a great beach and thalassotherapy spa. Four-night breaks start at £895 pp.
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