🇹🇳 Tunis, Tunisia
Dar Ben Turkia
📍 19, Rue Sidi Ali Azzouz, Tunis, 1008
Photo: official website
Your stay — Dar Ben Turkia
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: جامع نهج ديوان (35 m · ~1 min walk)
- Mosque: مسجد الطرّاز (80 m · ~1 min walk)
- Mosque: مسجد حمودة باشا (188 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: Mosquée Hammouda Bacha (189 m · ~2 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Souk Sidi Boumendil — 621 m · ~8 min walk
حديقة الحبيب ثامر — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
متحف مدينة تونس — 356 m · ~4 min walk
Théâtre Al Hamra — 825 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 329 m · ~4 min walk
Pharmacie Asaad — 707 m · ~9 min walk
حديقة ثامر — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Tunisian Dinar, TND
Travellers can exchange currency at local banks or currency exchange offices, but be aware that airport bureaux often offer poor exchange rates. For a better rate, try a local bank or a reputable exchange office.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in tourist areas and larger businesses, but cash is still king in most local transactions. Contactless payments are not as common, but mobile payments are gaining traction.
Tipping is not expected but is appreciated for good service. 5-10 Dinar for a taxi ride, 5-10 Dinar for restaurant service, and 10-20 Dinar for hotel staff is considered sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee can be found for 2-3 Dinar at a local café or street vendor.
A budget lunch option is a sandwich or wrap from a local bakery or street food stall for around 5-7 Dinar.
A filling dinner can be had at a local restaurant for around 15-20 Dinar, with a variety of options including couscous and tagine.
The souk and surrounding streets are where you'll find the cheapest and most authentic street food, including fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as traditional Tunisian dishes.
The local Carrefour supermarket chain has a presence in the 1008 area, offering a range of affordable groceries.
Traditional souks and markets like the one in the nearby medina offer a variety of affordable clothing options, including traditional Tunisian attire.
The cheapest way to get around is by taking the local bus (around 0.5 Dinar per ride) or the metro (around 0.8 Dinar per ride). From the airport, take the bus or taxi (around 10-15 Dinar) or the express train (around 10 Dinar).
Bargain hard when shopping at markets and souks, as prices can often be negotiated.Avoid eating at touristy restaurants, as prices can be inflated.Try to avoid exchanging money at the airport, as the rates are often poor.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tunis, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Dar Ben Turkia
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 329 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Asaad — 707 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Tunis-Carthage Airport → Place Barcelone (near Hotel Princesse)
💡 Bus stop is outside terminal 1 exit. Ask driver for 'Barcelone' stop. Then it's a 10-minute walk east along Avenue Habib Bourguiba to the hotel. Watch for pickpockets near the bus station.
Tunis Marine station → Place Barcelone station
💡 For Hotel Princesse, get off at Place Barcelone (not Tunis Marine). The hotel is a 2-minute walk from the station exit. Avoid riding during 08:00–09:00 and 17:00–18:00 — it's rammed. Buy a rechargeable card at any station kiosk.
Tunis Marine station → La Marsa
💡 Great for a day trip to the coast. Ride the TGM north from Tunis Marine to Sidi Bou Said (blue-and-white village) or La Marsa beach. The railway runs right along the sea — sit on the left for the view. Valid with the same rechargeable card.
Tunis-Carthage Airport → Hotel Princesse
💡 Ignore drivers offering fixed prices inside arrivals. Walk to the official taxi rank outside; meters start at 0.500 TND. Have small bills — drivers rarely have change for 20 TND notes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Dar Ben Turkia?
Check-in at Dar Ben Turkia is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Dar Ben Turkia?
A budget lunch option is a sandwich or wrap from a local bakery or street food stall for around 5-7 Dinar.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dar Ben Turkia?
The cheapest way to get around is by taking the local bus (around 0.5 Dinar per ride) or the metro (around 0.8 Dinar per ride). From the airport, take the bus or taxi (around 10-15 Dinar) or the express train (around 10 Dinar).
Top Attractions in Tunis
💡 Check the board outside for free organ concerts on some weekends. Photography is allowed without flash.
💡 Enter via Rue de la Kasbah and follow the main arteries to avoid getting lost. Haggle politely in the souks.
💡 Bring a picnic and aim for late afternoon when the light is best and families gather. The zoo is cheap but basic.
💡 Take the TGM light rail from Tunis Marine station (about €0.50). Visit early to avoid crowds. The Café des Nattes on the main square is a classic spot for mint tea.
💡 Go on a Sunday morning when it is quieter. The audio guide is worth the small extra cost.