Time difference Tunisia

The time difference between Tunisia and France varies according to the season. In winter, it will be the same in both countries; in summer, it will be one hour less in Tunisia.

Opening hours Tunisia

To see / To do Tunisia

Unlike some Muslim countries where the day off is Friday, the day of the High Prayer, in Tunisia the day off is Sunday.

Stores are generally open Monday to Friday from 8am to 12:30pm and 2:30pm to 6pm, and from 8am to midday on Saturdays. In summer, stores only open from 8am to 1pm, due to the heat; this is known as the "one-shot" rule. However, you'll find a number of small independent boutiques open very late at night and very early in the morning. In July and August, offices close at 1.30pm.

Please note that during the month of Ramadan (lunar calendar), opening times are subject to change.

Enjoying yourself Tunisia

Restaurants generally open from 12pm to 3pm and from 7pm to 11pm-midnight. Some serve all day long, others only in the evening. They are generally open every day. Note that during the month of Ramadan (lunar calendar), all restaurants will be closed for lunch, and some for both lunch and dinner. It's not uncommon for restaurateurs to take advantage of this period to carry out renovations.

Take a break Tunisia

Cafés, bars and tearooms are generally open all day in Tunisia, from 8 or 9am (sometimes earlier) until 10pm or later in the evening.

Please note that during Ramadan, opening times may vary and non-touristy cafés may not be open during the day.

(To) please yourself Tunisia

In tourist areas (especially souks), stores are generally open from 9am to 7pm, except during Ramadan when opening hours are more restricted (closing time may be as early as 4pm).

Get out Tunisia

In big cities and tourist areas, nights are lively at weekends and sometimes during the week. Some cafés are busy until late at night, sometimes until 2 a.m., mainly with men. Nightclubs exist in the big cities, but are not frequented by the Tunisian middle class. In the villages, nightlife doesn't exist!

In hotel clubs, entertainment is provided every evening for tourists.