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“Exercise increased cautionin Tunisia due to terrorism, crime, and unrest. Some areas have increased risk.”
Updated Thu, 21 May 2026
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Is Tunis safe? 🇹🇳
Tunisia · Safety report last updated
As of October 2026, Tunis scores 65/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: mostly — take normal precautions. Tunis is a moderately safe city for travelers, with most risks stemming from petty crime and scams rather than violent incidents. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and robbery (moderate risk). The U.S. State Department rates it Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution).
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Tunis 🇹🇳
Tunisia · Assessed 22 October 2026
65
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime62/100FairCrime index 48.1 / 100 · city-level
Sentiment66/100FairGenerally Positive
Advisories75Good
Stability57Fair
Health77Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
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 2026-10-07T10:12:41Z
Full advisory →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 2026-10-14T15:47:29.3694608-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Fair
Mugging & robbery risk
Moderate risk
62
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
Moderate risk
78
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
65 / 100 (Generally Positive)
65
City SignalCity Web Research
Robbery / mugging
ModerateWorry about mugging or robbery is moderate, with violent crime generally low but present.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag-snatching are concerns, especially in crowded tourist areas like the medina.
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03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Fair
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Moderate
Traveller sentiment score
Generally Positive
66/100
Reported feel65Generally Positive
Robbery risk62Moderate risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
While official advisories suggest caution, many travel guides and visitor reports indicate that tourist areas are generally safe, with millions visiting annually without incident.
Tunis is a moderately safe city for travelers, with most risks stemming from petty crime and scams rather than violent incidents.
Official advisories recommend increased caution due to terrorism concerns, but these risks are largely concentrated in border regions far from tourist areas. Visitors should be aware of common scams and petty theft, particularly in crowded locations.
Recent developments
- Oct 2026Thousands rallied in protests against President Saied, citing economic crisis and raising protest risks.— Reuters / Al Jazeera
- Oct 2026Tunisian journalists protested after the arrest of a reporter, highlighting concerns over freedom of the press.— Courthouse News
- Aug 2026A new opposition group planned protests following extreme heat-driven power and water cuts.— AP News
- Jun 2026Travel advice articles continued to address the safety of traveling to Tunisia.— The Times / The Independent
Common scams
- Touts offering unsolicited tours or assistance in exchange for payment
- Taxi meter fraud or overcharging
- Fake guides in the medina claiming routes are closed
- Carpet shop 'tea routines' leading to high-pressure sales
Full briefing
Tunis presents a mixed safety profile, with official advisories urging increased caution due to terrorism concerns, though these risks are largely confined to remote border regions. Recent protests in October 2026, driven by economic hardship, highlight ongoing political and social tensions. However, for the typical tourist visiting popular areas like the medina or coastal suburbs, the primary risks are petty crime and common scams.
Travelers should be particularly vigilant against touts and unofficial guides who may solicit their business, especially around tourist sites. Taxi scams, such as meter tampering or inflated fares, are also frequently reported. Pickpocketing and bag-snatching can occur in crowded markets and busy streets. While violent crime is not a dominant concern for visitors, a moderate level of worry about mugging or robbery exists.
To stay safe, maintain situational awareness, especially in crowded areas. It is advisable to politely but firmly decline unsolicited offers of help or tours. For transportation, ensure taxis use their meters or agree on a fare beforehand. Securing valuables and avoiding displays of wealth can also help mitigate risks. Despite the official advisories, many sources indicate that well-trafficked tourist zones in Tunis remain secure, with millions of visitors arriving annually without major incident.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 7 Tunis districts for visitors: 4 safer, 3 needing caution. See them plotted on the Tunis safety map.
City Center (Avenue Habib Bourguiba)cautionCentral district with government buildings and hotels; generally well-patrolled but can attract touts and pickpockets.
Medina (Old City)cautionHistoric heart of Tunis; can be disorienting and a target for touts and petty theft, especially after dark.
La GoulettecautionPort area, can be busy; exercise caution regarding petty crime and scams.
La MarsasaferUpscale coastal suburb with strong security, popular with expats and tourists.
Sidi Bou SaidsaferPicturesque village known for its blue and white architecture, generally safe with good security.
CarthagesaferHistoric area with archaeological sites and upscale residential zones, well-secured.
GammarthsaferCoastal area known for resorts and a refined lifestyle, considered safe.
07 · After Dark
Is Tunis safe at night?
79% of people in Tunisia say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2023).
Worry about mugging or robbery is moderate, with violent crime generally low but present.
After dark, be most careful around City Center (Avenue Habib Bourguiba), Medina (Old City), La Goulette. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Tunis safety FAQ (2026)
Is Tunis safe right now (2026)?
Tunis is a moderately safe city for travelers, with most risks stemming from petty crime and scams rather than violent incidents. Official advisories recommend increased caution due to terrorism concerns, but these risks are largely concentrated in border regions far from tourist areas. Visitors should be aware of common scams and petty theft, particularly in crowded locations. (Assessed 22 October 2026.)
Is Tunis safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Tunis report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
Which areas of Tunis should tourists avoid?
No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.
What are the most common scams in Tunis (2026)?
- Touts offering unsolicited tours or assistance in exchange for payment
- Taxi meter fraud or overcharging
- Fake guides in the medina claiming routes are closed
- Carpet shop 'tea routines' leading to high-pressure sales
How does Tunis compare with other places in Tunisia (2026)?
Tunis ranks #6 of 8 Tunisia destinations we've assessed, scoring 65/100. See the Tunisia safety overview for the full list.
How is this tunis safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 13+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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