Famous for its abundance of Jasmine flowers and located right on Gulf of Hammamet’s shores, it’s easy to see why the seaside town of Hammamet was Tunisia’s first established holiday destination. Basking in year-round sunshine, full of ancient history, culture, and tradition, and offering plenty to see and do during your stay, Hammamet is the perfect place to enjoy a laid-back Tunisian escape.
Beaches
Hammamet has been dazzling sun seekers of all ages with its picture-perfect golden sands and blue waters for hundreds of years. Whether you’re spending your holiday in the north or south of Hammamet, you’ll find an abundance of cafés, diners, and water sports all along the shore to keep you fed, watered, and entertained during your days on the beach.
Food & Drink
With the sea right on its doorstep, the locals of Hammamet have developed a delicious array of freshly caught seafood dishes for you to fall in love with alongside Tunisian favourites such as harissa, ojja, shakshouka, and the sweet treat of makroudh.
Culture
As Tunisia’s oldest beach destination, the friendly and hospitable locals of Hammamet have been welcoming overseas guests for a long time. From food and drink to customs and traditions, you’ll find a number of influences from the Arabic, Islamic, and European settlers who have called Hammamet home over the years.
Nightlife
Despite its family-friendly atmosphere, Hammamet still offers plenty of adult-friendly hot spots where you can let your hair down during the evenings. Feel the party vibes in Hammamet Sud’s world-class nightclubs, enjoy a spot of shisha at Sidi Bou Hadid, or just watch the sun go down from the restaurants of Marina Yasmine.
Important Information
Flight Time: 3 hours
Time Difference: +1hr during winter
Currency: Tunisian Dinar
Official Language: Arabic
Vaccination
For all up to date healthcare requirements, please check with your doctor before booking your holiday.
Ramadan
Please be aware that the Islamic holy month of Ramadan will take place between 15/05/2018 and 14/06/2018. During this time, many cafes and restaurants will close during the day, restrictions on alcohol sales may be in place, and hotel dining for non-Muslim guests may take place in private rooms. Playing music, dancing, and eating in public areas may also be restricted during this time.
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Hammamet benefits from a delightful year-round climate of warm weather and plenty of sunshine, with the hottest months being June, July, and August. Boasting daily averages of 12°C in January and 27°C in August, there’s never a bad time to enjoy a trip to Hammamet.