Budget & Costs
Tunisia is an excellent value-for-money destination. The country is significantly cheaper than European Mediterranean countries — especially food, transport, and activities cost only a fraction.
Daily Budget per Person
| Style | €/Day | Accommodation | Food | Transport |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backpacker | 20–35€ | Hostel/Guesthouse | Street food + Market | Louage/Bus |
| Budget | 35–55€ | Maison d'hôte/2★ | Local Restaurants | Louage + Shared Taxi |
| Mid-range | 55–100€ | 3–4★ Hotel/Riad | Good Restaurants | Rental Car |
| Comfort | 100–180€ | 4–5★ Hotel/Boutique | Fine Restaurants | Rental Car + Tours |
| Luxury | 180€+ | 5★ Resort/Dar | Fine Dining | Private Transfers |
Price Examples (2025)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Espresso in a Café | 0.30–0.50€ |
| Brik (Street Stand) | 0.50–1€ |
| Couscous Dish (Local Restaurant) | 3–5€ |
| 1.5l Water | 0.20–0.40€ |
| Beer (Celtia, 0.5l Restaurant) | 2–3€ |
| Taxi (10 km) | 2–3€ |
| Louage Tunis–Sousse | 4–5€ |
| Rental Car per Day | 20–40€ |
| Bardo Museum Entry | 4€ |
| Desert Camp (1 Night with Food) | 40–80€ |
| Double Room 3★ Hotel | 30–60€ |
| Double Room 5★ All-Inclusive | 80–150€ |
💡 Tipp
The Tunisian Dinar (TND) must NOT be imported or exported! Exchange only as much as you need and convert any remaining currency back at the airport. Keep the exchange receipts — you will need them for reconversion.
