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Cheap Tunis: real prices (2026)

Tunis on a budget: what travellers and locals actually pay in Tunis. Ranges in TND with an approximate euro equivalent. Use them to haggle and to spot when you're being overcharged.

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Free · in your currency · in English, Spanish and French · Approx. rate: 1 € ≈ 3.4 TND

Food & drink

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
Water 1.5 L (shop)Local shop1–1 TND0.24–0.35 €
CoffeeLocal café2–3 TND0.44–0.88 €
BrikStreet stall2–4 TND0.59–1.18 €

Transport

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
Short taxi rideWith meter3–8 TND0.88–2.35 €
Taxi airport → centreWith meter10–20 TND2.94–5.88 €

Tours & activities

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
Carthage & Sidi Bou Said tour (half day)Booked on the spot (local agency) · See online80–150 TND24–44 €

Cheapest things in Tunis

Local prices for the cheapest essentials in Tunis, to travel on a budget:

Cheap tours in Tunis

Where to eat cheap in Tunis

Cheap transport in Tunis

Tips to travel cheap in Tunis

  1. Always pay in TND: paying in euros or dollars usually costs more.
  2. Ask and agree the price before getting in a taxi or starting a tour.
  3. Eat where locals eat, away from the most touristy streets.
  4. Compare tours at several agencies or book online at a fixed price.
  5. Before paying, check on YourLocalPrice whether the price is fair.

Common scams in Tunis

Yellow taxi without meterIt's mandatory. If they won't switch it on, ask or get out.

FAQ

Is Tunis cheap?

Yes, Tunis is cheap if you pay local prices: water 1.5 l (shop) 1–1 TND, short taxi ride 3–8 TND. Visitors who don't know the prices often pay 2 to 5 times more.

How much money do I need per day in Tunis?

Excluding accommodation, at local prices you can get by in Tunis on about 2.88–10 € (10–34 TND) a day for food, water and transport.

What are the cheapest tours in Tunis?

Some of the most popular ones and their local price: Carthage & Sidi Bou Said tour (half day) (80–150 TND).

Where can I eat cheap in Tunis?

At street stalls and simple restaurants in Tunis: Water 1.5 L (shop) (1–1 TND), Coffee (2–3 TND), Brik (2–4 TND).

How much is a bottle of water in Tunis?

In a shop in Tunis, a 1.5 L bottle usually costs 1–1 TND.

How much should a taxi cost in Tunis?

A short ride in Tunis costs 3–8 TND (with meter). Ask for the meter or agree the price before getting in.

How do I avoid being overcharged in Tunis?

Check the usual price before paying, always agree the price upfront and use the YourLocalPrice checker: type what they're asking and it tells you instantly if it's fair.

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