Sousse Central Tunisia, Tunisia Travel Guide
Airlines operating to Monastir (MIR) and Enfidha-Hammamet (NBE) largely include European carriers and Tunisian airlines. Flight availability and specific routes vary seasonally, with more options during the peak summer tourist period.
Both Monastir (MIR) and Enfidha-Hammamet (NBE) airports provide standard international airport facilities, including ATMs, currency exchange, duty-free shops, cafes, restaurants, and car rental agencies.
Flight prices tend to be highest during summer (June-August) due to increased demand. Shoulder seasons (April-May, Sep-Oct) offer a good balance of availability and moderate prices.
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Closest to Sousse (20km), ideal for shorter transfers. Serves various European flights.
40km north of Sousse, handles many European charter flights to coastal resorts.
Largest airport, frequent for international travelers connecting to Sousse by ground.
Sousse is well-connected by Tunisia's national railway company, SNCFT (Société Nationale des Chemins de Fer Tunisiens). Sousse's main train station is Sousse Bab Jedid, located near the Medina.
The national bus company, Société Nationale de Transport (SNTRI), along with various private companies, operates extensive long-distance bus services from Sousse. Sousse has a central bus station (Gare Routière) from which these services operate.
Renting a car in Tunisia offers flexibility for exploring the region at your own pace. To rent a car, one must typically be at least 21 or 23 years old and usually have at least one year of driving experience.
Main roads connecting cities in Tunisia are generally well-maintained. Secondary roads, especially in rural areas, can be less well-maintained and may have potholes or uneven surfaces. Within cities, roads can be congested and narrow.
While Sousse itself boasts a commercial port and the popular Port El Kantaoui marina, it does not serve as a main port of entry for international passenger ferries.
For those arriving in Tunisia by international ferry or cruise ship at La Goulette, immigration procedures are similar to airport arrivals. Passengers undergo passport control and customs checks.
Tunisia does not have significant navigable rivers, so no river transportation options exist in Sousse or elsewhere in the country for tourist purposes.
Image: Tunis Carthage International Airport (Source)
From Tunis city center, further train or long-distance bus connections to Sousse are frequent and reliable.
As of late 2023 and early 2024, no specific exit fees or taxes apply to tourists departing Tunisia. Previously, a departure tax was sometimes applied, but it is largely integrated into ticket prices or removed.
Both Monastir (MIR) and Enfidha-Hammamet (NBE) airports offer a range of facilities for departing travelers within the departure lounge after security checks.
If eligible for VAT refunds, have all documentation ready (tax-free forms, receipts). Arrive early to complete the refund process at the designated customs office.
For train or bus departures, stations generally offer basic amenities like small shops, cafes, and restrooms.
Always confirm the latest information on exit fees with your airline or travel agent before departure.
Remember that Tunisian Dinars (TND) cannot be exported. Exchange any remaining local currency back to your home currency before you pass security at the airport.
