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Is Hammamet safe? 🇹🇳

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As of July 2026, Hammamet scores 71/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — generally safe. Yes — Hammamet is safe for travelers, especially in established tourist zones; petty theft is the main concern rather than violent crime. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and tourist-targeted scams.

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Hammamet 🇹🇳

Tunisia · Assessed 29 July 2026

71

/ 100

Yes — generally safe

Safer than ~74% of countries

What drives this score

Crime72/100GoodHomicide 4.7 / 100k
Sentiment86/100GoodMostly positive
Advisories72Good
Stability56Fair
Health68Fair

01 · Official Guidance

Advisories

Good

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)

Level 4

Advises against all travel to parts of the country

“Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against travel Western Tunisia, including the Tunisia-Algeria border FCDO advises against all travel to: the Chaambi Mountains National Park the designated military operations zones: Mount Salloum Mount Sammamma Mount Mghila This is due to cross-border terrorist activity and operations by the Tunisian security forces.”

Updated 2026-07-24T16:07:53Z

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Government of Canada

Level 2

Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories)

“Canada's official risk level for Tunisia: exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories).”

Updated 2026-07-29T14:31:46.2003107-04:00

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02 · Evidence Signals

Crime

Good

Mugging & robbery risk

Low risk
92

City SignalCity Web Research

Pickpocketing & theft risk

Moderate risk
70

City SignalCity Web Research

Visitor safety sentiment

83 / 100 (Mostly positive)
83

City SignalCity Web Research

Urban scale factor

98k residents
86

City SignalCity Geocoding

Homicide rate

4.7 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6Tunisia4.7World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
68

Country BaselineWorld Bank Open Data · 2020

Feel safe walking alone after dark

79.4%
83

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2023

Physical assault (past year)

2.5%
87

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2023

Robbery / mugging

Low

Mugging and armed robbery are rare; locals' worry about robbery ranks only 25/100. Violent crime against tourists is very uncommon, and police presence in tourist areas is strong.

Pickpocketing

Moderate

Petty theft is the most common crime — pickpocketing and bag-snatching occur in crowded souks, medina lanes, and busy beaches. Distracted tourists are easy targets; stay alert and keep bags close.

▸ 3 more indicators

Detected human-trafficking victims

4.55 / 100k
48

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2022

Bribery during public-official contact

18.0%
62

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2018

Crime seen as a major business constraint

0.4%
100

Country BaselineWorld Bank Enterprise Surveys · 2020

03 · Environment

Health & Air

Fair

Air quality

US AQI 52 · Moderate

Open-Meteo Air Quality

Hospitals

18 beds / 10k · country avg

WHO Global Health Observatory

Weather

July: highs ~39°C · extreme heat

Open-Meteo

Road safety

16.3 / 100k

WHO Global Health Observatory

Natural hazards

1 active alert · Wildfire (orange)
79

Country BaselineGDACS / USGS

Wildfire

forest fire notification in Tunisia · ~186 km away

CDC travel health notices · none for this destination

Worldwide notices (not specific to this trip): Polio, Dengue, Measles

04 · Institutions

Stability

Fair

Political stability & no terrorism

50/100
50

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024

Terrorism deaths (latest year)

0.40 / million
83

Country BaselineGlobal Terrorism Database · 2021

Rule of law

51/100
51

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024

Control of corruption

43/100
43

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024

▸ 3 more indicators

Government effectiveness

47/100
47

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024

Regulatory quality

49/100
49

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024

Voice & accountability

45/100
45

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024

05 · Field Research

Current Situation

Stable

Traveller sentiment score

Mostly positive

86/100

Reported feel83Mostly positive
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk

Visitors report feeling safe in Hammamet. Survey data shows 73% comfortable walking alone after dark and 90% at ease during the day. Reddit travelers and online reviews emphasize police visibility, describe the town as safer than major European capitals, and confirm that daily risks are petty rather than violent.

Yes — Hammamet is safe for travelers, especially in established tourist zones; petty theft is the main concern rather than violent crime.

Hammamet shows strong visitor safety indicators (73% feel safe after dark, 90% in daylight), and violent crime against tourists is rare. The primary risks are pickpocketing in crowded souks and medina, taxi overcharging, and scams targeting visitors—all manageable with standard precautions. The Tunisian government has deployed Tourist Police throughout the town to assist and protect visitors.

Common scams

  • Taxi meter rigging — drivers claim meters don't work or demand inflated fares; use hotel-arranged taxis or Uber
  • Medina carpet and textile shops — high-pressure sales and drastically inflated prices
  • Beach fruit vendors forcing sales — placing fruit on your table uninvited, then demanding payment
  • Fake guides and tour operators — book through hotels or established agencies instead
  • Photo-with-performer scams — costumed people pose with you, then demand payment for the photo
Which areas are safe? District-by-district ratings are on the Safety Map→

Full briefing

Bottom line. Hammamet is safe for travelers, particularly those staying in resort zones and established tourist areas. Violent crime is rare, and visitor sentiment is strongly positive—travelers describe it as safer than major European capitals.

What the data means on the ground. Visitor surveys show 73% of people feel safe walking alone after dark and 90% feel at ease during daylight. The Tunisian government has deployed a dedicated Tourist Police unit throughout Hammamet to assist and protect visitors; their presence is visible and valued in traveler accounts. Violent crime against tourists is not a documented issue in the town. The town's size (98,000 residents) and tourism-focused infrastructure mean authorities prioritize visitor security.

The current situation. Travel safety articles from June 2026 confirm that security measures at Tunisia's tourist sites have been reinforced. Official government advisories maintain regional warnings but explicitly exclude Hammamet and other coastal resort areas from all restricted zones. Scam databases including beforeyougotravels.com and tabiji.ai document 12 known tourist schemes in Hammamet—none rated high severity. These are petty scams: taxi meter fraud, inflated souk prices, unsolicited beach vendors, carpet shops, and fake guides—all preventable with basic awareness. Reddit travelers corroborate: "very safe, police everywhere." Practically speaking, July brings extreme heat (highs around 38°C), and wildfires are active inland, though well over 180 km away and unlikely to affect the coast.

Staying safe. Remain in your resort or main tourist district after dark. Use hotel-arranged taxis or ride apps rather than street hails. Keep valuables (wallet, phone, camera) secured and out of sight in crowded markets, beaches, and medina lanes. The medina is worth exploring—go during daylight and with others. Learn the common scams (medina carpet shops, taxi drivers, beach fruit vendors) before arrival; familiarity is your strongest protection. In emergencies, dial 197 for police.

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Report generated 29 July 2026

Sources: U.S. State Dept · UK FCDO · World Bank · WGI · UNODC · WHO · UN SDG · Global Terrorism Database · Numbeo · OpenStreetMap · Open-Meteo · CDC. Composite index recomputed at request time.

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06 · Neighbourhoods

Safest areas and areas to avoid

7 districts

Our field research rated 7 Hammamet districts for visitors: 4 safer, 3 needing caution. See them plotted on the Hammamet safety map.

Medina (Old Town)cautionScams documented in carpet/textile shops; pickpockets in crowds; safe during day, avoid after dark

Kasbah QuartercautionHistoric fortress area; tourist scams in shops; visit early morning before crowds intensify

Waterfront & PortcautionWorking waterfront; pickpocketing risk in crowds; safe by day with vigilance

Ras Raoua BeachsaferNorthern beachfront resort with tourist infrastructure and police presence

Central Beach Hotels & ResortssaferMain hotel quarter; enhanced security, tourist police, well-maintained

Modern Town CentersaferCommercial district outside medina; busy during day, well-lit, low scam incidence

Southern Residential AreasaferQuieter zone; fewer tourists means fewer targeted scams; routine precautions apply

07 · After Dark

Is Hammamet safe at night?

79% of people in Tunisia say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2023).

Mugging and armed robbery are rare; locals' worry about robbery ranks only 25/100. Violent crime against tourists is very uncommon, and police presence in tourist areas is strong.

After dark, be most careful around Medina (Old Town), Kasbah Quarter, Waterfront & Port. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.

08 · Trip Profiles

Score by traveller type

Who's travelling changes which risks matter. These re-weight Hammamet's category data for common trip types — same data, different emphasis. Run your own profile from the interactive checker.

Solo female travellerCrime +35% weight71
Solo travellerCrime +23% weight71
Family with kidsCrime +19% weight · Health & Air +12% weight71
Nightlife-focused tripCrime +28% weight71
Travellers 65+Crime +13% weight · Health & Air +16% weight · Stability +4% weight70
Business tripCrime +14% weight · Stability +6% weight70

09 · Questions

Hammamet safety FAQ

Is Hammamet safe for tourists right now?

Yes — Hammamet is safe for travelers, especially in established tourist zones; petty theft is the main concern rather than violent crime. Hammamet shows strong visitor safety indicators (73% feel safe after dark, 90% in daylight), and violent crime against tourists is rare. The primary risks are pickpocketing in crowded souks and medina, taxi overcharging, and scams targeting visitors—all manageable with standard precautions. The Tunisian government has deployed Tourist Police throughout the town to assist and protect visitors. (Assessed 29 July 2026.)

Which areas of Hammamet should tourists avoid?

Medina (Old Town) after dark — scams and theft concentrated here; safe during daylight hours; Kasbah Quarter after sunset — historic area becomes poorly lit and isolated; Waterfront & Port at night — reduced lighting and minimal police presence. See the district-by-district safety map.

What are the most common scams in Hammamet?

  • Taxi meter rigging — drivers claim meters don't work or demand inflated fares; use hotel-arranged taxis or Uber
  • Medina carpet and textile shops — high-pressure sales and drastically inflated prices
  • Beach fruit vendors forcing sales — placing fruit on your table uninvited, then demanding payment
  • Fake guides and tour operators — book through hotels or established agencies instead

How does Hammamet compare with other places in Tunisia?

Hammamet ranks #1 of 7 Tunisia destinations we've assessed, scoring 71/100. See the Tunisia safety overview for the full list.

How is this Hammamet safety score calculated?

The score blends 12+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry 82% of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries 18%. Full methodology.

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