Tunis Travel Risk — Moderate Risk (37/100)
Is Tunis safe to visit?
Moderate risk. Mostly safe. There are a few specific situations to watch for in Tunis — read the breakdown below.
Natural disasters (score 20)
Government advisory (score 55)
September 20, 2026
65%
Tunis, Tunisia has a current Travel Risk Calculator composite score of 37 out of 100 (moderate risk tier); the highest-rated risk category is government advisory at 55/100; the lowest-rated category is natural disasters at 20/100; last updated September 20, 2026. This page is a baseline travel safety overview for Tunis, Tunisia, covering crime, health, government travel advisory, political stability, natural disasters, transport, environmental quality, digital security, and money safety. Real-time conditions — including today's weather, official US State Department advisory, GDACS disaster alerts, CDC health notices, and recent news headlines — are shown in the Live conditions section below and refreshed multiple times per day.
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Tunis currently sits at 37/100 on our composite travel-risk index, which puts it in the moderate-risk tier. Most travelers will be fine with normal precautions, but a few categories below score high enough that planning matters. The highest-rated risk category for Tunis is government advisory (55/100), and the lowest is natural disasters (20/100). This page was last updated on September 20, 2026; the baseline category scores are editorial estimates, layered with live conditions throughout the day. Live conditions — weather and air quality every 30 minutes, US State Department advisory every 6 hours, GDACS disaster alerts every 30 minutes, CDC health notices every 12 hours, and news every hour — are cached at the source and refreshed automatically when stale.
AI safety snapshot · refreshed Sep 14, 2026
Tunis, Tunisia has a moderate baseline risk of 37 out of 100 and a US State Dept advisory level of 2, alongside a Level 1 CDC health notice for Global Dengue. Recent headlines noted diplomatic events and a flight diversion due to severe turbulence near the area.
AI-summarized strictly from the live public-source data below (US State Dept advisory, GDACS, CDC, Google News). Auto-refreshed at most once per day on the first visit. Not official advice.
Live conditions last refreshed: Sep 20, 2026 12:34 UTC
What should I do now?
- Run a real assessment. Open the calculator for live data (weather, advisory, news) layered onto this baseline.
- Government advisory (score 55/100): Read your country's current official advisory within 7 days of travel. Register with your embassy on arrival if available.
- Political instability (score 45/100): Avoid demonstrations and political gatherings. Monitor news the morning of travel. Have a flexible departure plan.
- Check your country's advisory. The single most authoritative live signal. Linked at the bottom of every real assessment.
Safety by traveler type in Tunis
Computed from the category scores on this page plus general best practice — not personalized advice. For guidance tuned to your exact dates, transport, and profile, run a personalized assessment.
Solo travelers
Crime risk is moderate. Solo travelers should keep valuables out of sight, prefer well-lit routes after dark, and use registered taxis or ride-share.
Women traveling solo
General crime risk is moderate. Favor reputable accommodation, pre-book airport transfers, and keep to busier streets at night. We don't hold gender-specific incident data for Tunis, so also check the live official advisory above and local women-traveler communities.
Families with children
Health/disaster risk is moderate. Check required vaccinations, note the nearest hospital on arrival, and review any seasonal hazard for your dates.
Senior travelers
Health/transport risk is moderate. Confirm travel-medical cover, pace transfers, and keep medication and a medical summary in your carry-on.
Business travelers
Digital/money risk is moderate. Use a VPN on public Wi-Fi, prefer contactless or one dedicated card, and keep a backup payment method separate.
LGBTQ+ travelers
Local laws and social attitudes toward LGBTQ+ travelers vary widely by country and are not captured in our category scores. The official advisory/political indicators are elevated. Read your government's LGBTQ+ travel guidance carefully and weigh trip purpose against current conditions.
Baseline scores
Source: AI-enriched 2026-07-27 (Ollama-grounded + Jina full text, cited; pending editorial verification) · Confidence: 65
Quick facts
| Hospital access | medium |
|---|---|
| Airport risk | medium |
| Road safety | medium |
| Public transport | medium |
| Tourist scam risk | medium |
| Night safety | medium |
| Last updated | September 20, 2026 |
Live conditions in Tunis
Real-time data refreshed from public sources — weather and air quality from Open-Meteo, official advisory from the US State Department, disaster alerts from GDACS, health notices from the CDC, news from Google News. For an AI-synthesized briefing tailored to your specific trip, run a personalized assessment.
Official travel advisory
Level 2 · Exercise Increased Caution
Tunisia - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Read full advisory → · US Department of State
Disaster alerts
No active GDACS disaster alerts matched Tunisia as of the last successful refresh.
Health notices
Health Notices for this Destination
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Level 1 - Global Dengue WATCH · 2026-09-03
Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every 2–5 years. Travelers to risk areas should prevent mosquito bites. Country List : Colombia, Vietnam, Maldives, Bolivia, Cambodia, Kenya, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Costa Rica, Mar
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Level 2 - Global Polio ALERT · 2026-03-09
Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Nig
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Level 1 - Global Measles WATCH · 2025-05-28
Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel. Country List : Afghan
Source: CDC Travelers’ Health · fetched 2026-09-20 04:06:01 UTC
Recent headlines
No recent news headlines were returned for Tunis. This is not evidence that conditions are quiet; check local and official sources.
1991–2020 climate normals
Seasonal risk & best time to visit Tunis
The most weather-stable two-month window for Tunis is April–May, when typical daily temperatures run from about 12°C to 25°C and monthly rain averages 27 mm.
No threshold-level heat, cold, wind, or cyclone flag appears in the stored normals; February is the wettest typical month at about 60 mm.
Climate normals are planning context, not a short-range forecast. Source: Open-Meteo Climate API. Refreshed Sep 3, 2026.
Calculate risk for these travel dates Compare seasonal windows →
Practical safety map
Safety infrastructure nearby in Tunis
Tunis has 10 hospitals, 10 police stations, 5 embassies, 10 pharmacies and 4 fire stations within 7 km of the city center in the latest OpenStreetMap extract.
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Facility list (works without JavaScript)
- Hospital: Cabinet dentaire Dr Lina Attia
- Hospital: Charles Nicolle Hospital
- Hospital: المعهد الوطني لأمراض الأعصاب
- Hospital: المعهد الوطني لأمراض الأعصاب
- Hospital: عمادة أطباء الأسنان بتونس
- Hospital: مستشفى الأطفال
- Hospital: مستشفى عزيزة عثمانة
- Hospital: معهد الهادي الرايس لأمراض العيون
- Hospital: معهد باستور
- Hospital: معهد صالح عزيز
- Police: Unnamed police
- Police: Unnamed police
- Police: Unnamed police
- Police: Unnamed police
- Police: Motor vehicle accident investigations
- Police: Police Administrative
- Police: Poste de Police El Halfaouine
- Police: ادارة الحدود والاجانب
- Police: الجمارك التونسية
- Police: مركز شرطة نهج شارل ديقول
- Embassy: Embassy of Egypt
- Embassy: Embassy of France
- Embassy: Embassy of Libya
- Embassy: Embassy of Serbia
- Embassy: Embassy of the United Arab Emirates
- Pharmacy: Unnamed pharmacy
- Pharmacy: Unnamed pharmacy
- Pharmacy: Unnamed pharmacy
- Pharmacy: Unnamed pharmacy
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie Asaad
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie Centrale
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie du Parc
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie Faiza
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie Moalla
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie Radhi Darghouth
- Fire station: Unnamed fire station
- Fire station: Unnamed fire station
- Fire station: Unnamed fire station
- Fire station: الحماية المدنية
Map and facility data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Locations can be incomplete or outdated; confirm before relying on them. See this destination’s numbers or browse emergency numbers by country.
Emergency numbers (Tunisia)
| Police | 197 |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 190 |
| Fire | 198 |
| General | 112 |
See nearby hospitals, police, pharmacies, embassies, and fire stations on the safety map.
Medical access
| Hospital access | medium |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy access | medium |
| Emergency response | medium |
| English-speaking care | unknown |
| Evacuation complexity | medium |
Healthcare infrastructure in Tunis is generally adequate with standard facilities available for travelers. Visitors should ensure they carry comprehensive travel insurance covering potential medical needs.
Common scam patterns
- Taxi Overcharging. Drivers often quote a tourist price that is double or triple the expected rate, or fail to start the meter immediately. Always ensure the driver uses the meter or agree on a fare before departure. Tip: Insist that the driver starts the meter as soon as you enter the taxi.
- Medina Fake Guide Ambush. Unlicensed individuals approach tourists in the narrow lanes of the medina offering unsolicited tours or assistance. They may later demand high fees for their services. Tip: Decline unsolicited offers for guides and stick to verified navigation methods.
- Fake Guide at Bardo Museum. Unlicensed guides wait outside major cultural sites like the Bardo National Museum to offer free or discounted tours. They exploit tourists by charging unexpected fees afterward. Tip: Ignore unofficial guides outside attractions and purchase tickets directly from official ticket booths.
Area notes
- Tunis Medina. The historic heart of Tunis features narrow, bustling lanes where visitors should remain alert for pickpockets and street vendors.
- Sidi Bou Said. A popular coastal area noted as a safer, established travel route for tourists.
- Bab Bhar. A notable district and gate area within Tunis frequently visited by travelers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Tunis safe to visit right now?
Mostly safe. There are a few specific situations to watch for in Tunis — read the breakdown below. Composite score: 37/100 (Moderate risk). Crime category sits at 35/100; pickpocketing in crowded tourist areas is the most common issue, but violent crime against tourists is uncommon. Last refreshed September 2026.
What is the current travel advisory for Tunis, Tunisia?
The current US State Department advisory level for Tunisia is shown in the Live conditions section above. Always cross-check your home country's foreign-ministry advisory — for many countries the tier differs from the US assessment. Real-time advisory text is fetched every 6 hours from the US State Department RSS feed.
How safe is Tunis for tourists?
Mostly safe. There are a few specific situations to watch for in Tunis — read the breakdown below. The biggest risk factor right now is Government advisory (55/100). Travelers should specifically prepare for this area before arrival.
What is the biggest risk in Tunis?
The highest-scoring risk category is Government advisory (score 55/100). Travelers should specifically prepare for this area before arrival. Full 9-category breakdown is in the Scores section of this page.
Is it safe to visit Tunis in September 2026?
For September 2026, the composite risk for Tunis is 37/100 (Moderate risk). Live weather, disaster alerts, and news shown in the Live conditions section above are refreshed every 30 minutes to 6 hours depending on the source. For an AI-synthesized briefing for your specific trip dates and traveler profile, use the Travel Risk Calculator linked at the top of this page.
How are these travel risk scores calculated?
Each category is scored 0-100 based on government travel advisories (US State Dept), crime indices (Numbeo), Global Peace Index data, WHO/CDC health context, and curated regional knowledge. The composite is a weighted sum — see /methodology for the full weight breakdown. Live data (weather, advisories, news) is layered on top of every assessment.
How often is this page updated?
This page is updated daily: live weather, official advisories, disaster alerts, health notices and news refresh automatically multiple times per day, and an AI safety snapshot is regenerated on the first visit each day. The baseline category scores are editorial estimates reviewed periodically (see the Transparency & Sources section below).
Is this a substitute for an official travel advisory?
No. Travel Risk Calculator provides estimated risk information for planning purposes only. Always check your home country's official travel advisory and any health notices from your national health authority before traveling.
When is the best time to visit Tunis?
April–May is the most weather-stable two-month window in the stored 1991-2020 normals. The most weather-stable two-month window for Tunis is April–May, when typical daily temperatures run from about 12°C to 25°C and monthly rain averages 27 mm.
What is the rainy, hurricane, or severe-weather season in Tunis?
The stored 1991-2020 normals do not cross this site's seasonal hazard thresholds; check a short-range forecast before departure.
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| When | Score change | Tier | Reason / source | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 27, 2026 | 0 → 0 | unknown | Auto-enrichment from Ollama-grounded AI (https://thingstodointunis.com/safety/ | https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/tunisia.html | https://theworldtravelindex.com/en/africa/tunisia/tunis/is) AI-enriched 2026-07-27 (Ollama-grounded + Jina full text, cited; pending editorial verification) |
50% |
| May 15, 2026 | — → 31 | moderate | initial snapshot Editorial baseline 2026-05-14 (round 2: Numbeo + WHO + State Dept + GPI + EPI references) |
65% |
Every editorial change to Tunis's composite score is logged here, with the source and reason for the change. Live data overlays (weather, advisories, disaster alerts, news) refresh continuously on their own cadences and are not recorded as score changes — see the Live conditions section above for current overlay state.
Transparency & Sources
We try to be honest about what we know, what we estimated, and what we don't have. Below is the audit trail for this page.
Review status
verified
Last reviewed
2026-07-27 02:36:17
Data confidence
65%
Sources used
- SimpleMaps World Cities (CC BY 4.0): Coordinates, region, population for Tunis
- Editorial baseline (Travel Risk Calculator): City-level threat scoring across 9 categories (crime, health, advisory, political, disaster, transport, environmental, digital security, money safety)
Live data overlays on this page refresh asynchronously on the source cadences shown above. Run an assessment to create a trip-specific briefing using your dates and traveler profile.
What is estimated
- Composite tier and category scores are an editorial baseline estimate, not a real-time measurement.
What is unavailable
- Transport-hub safety notes (airport, train stations).
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