Working and Networking
- Social Events for Expats
- Internations Hammamet Group; weekly meetups at La Badira
- Best Coworking Space
- El Space (Tunis - 1hr away) or locally: Regus (Yasmine Hammamet opening soon) or Work Zone Nabeul
- Best Cafe for Work
- Barista's Hammamet (Nord) - Reliable Wi-Fi, comfortable seating, good coffee (7 TND)
- Networking Events
- Startup Tunisia events often held in nearby Nabeul or Tunis
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Bolt (Standard for safety and fixed pricing); Local yellow taxis (metered)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Velo-Hammamet (near the Medina) - approx. 30 TND per day
- Best Beach Nearby
- Hammamet Sud (Plage Hammamet) or the private beaches in Yasmine Hammamet
- Top Regional Airline
- Tunisair Express (Operating from Tunis-Carthage)
- Top International Airline
- Tunisair, Nouvelair, Air France
- Highway Access
- A1 Motorway connects Hammamet to Tunis (60km) and Sousse
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Gare de Hammamet (SNCFT trains to Tunis and Sousse)
- Public Transport Passes
- Mostly cash-based; Louages (shared taxis) are the fastest way to travel regionally
- Regional Travel
- Louage station (Barraket Essahel) to Tunis for 6 TND
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Polyclinique Hammamet (Private) - Avenue de la Paix
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- The Bio-Azur Thalasso & Spa; Yoga sessions at La Badira Hotel
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- California Gym Hammamet (Modern equipment, approx. 120 TND/month)
- Laundry Services
- Pressing Clean Hammamet (Avenue Moncef Bey)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Jumia Food or Glovo (available in Hammamet/Nabeul areas)
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Lablabi (chickpea soup) or Brik (savory pastry); Approx. 5-10 TND
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Le Barberousse (Medina) - offers high-quality vegetable couscous and Mediterranean salads
- Best Dessert Spots
- Pâtisserie Masmoudi (Traditional Tunisian sweets like Baklawa)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Friday Market in Nabeul (Souq); Carrefour Market for groceries
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Jumia.com.tn (Main online marketplace)
- Grocery Delivery
- Monoprix.tn or Founa.com
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Yasmine Hammamet Marina; British Pub Hammamet
- Local Brewery
- Celtia (National beer), available at Magasin Général (MG)
- Wine Bars
- The Pool Bar at Hotel La Badira (Upscale wine selection)
- Street Food Stalls
- Fast food stalls near the Medina for Chapati Mahdia (4 TND)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Da Franco (Italian, Hammamet Nord) - Excellent pizza from 25 TND
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- The Medina (Old Town) and the Kasbah (Fort)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Dar Sebastien (International Cultural Center of Hammamet)
- Historical Sites
- Pupput Roman Site (Ancient archeological ruins)
- Religious Sites
- Great Mosque of Hammamet (15th century architecture)
- Annual Events
- International Festival of Hammamet (July-August, music and theater)
- Cultural Districts
- The Hammamet Medina handicraft quarter
- Theater Venues
- The Open-air Theater at Dar Sebastien
- Local Markets
- Nabeul Central Market (Pottery and spices, 15 mins away)
- Music Scene
- Live Jazz at Villa Sebastian; Electronic music at El Pacha club
- Street Art
- Murals within the Medina's blue and white painted streets
- Cooking Classes
- Local guesthouses like Dar Sabri offer traditional Harissa making workshops
- Art Galleries
- Musée des Religions (Yasmine Hammamet)
- Historic Buildings
- The Spanish Fort (The Kasbah)
- Local Heritage
- The tradition of orange flower water distillation (Zhar)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Cap Bon Peninsula - strictly northern coast excursions
- National Parks Nearby
- Boukornine National Park (45 mins drive toward Tunis)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Promenade of Yasmine Hammamet (3km long flat paved path)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- The ramparts of the Kasbah at sunset overlooking the Gulf
- Birdwatching Locations
- Sebkha de Korba (Lagoon with flamingos 30 mins away)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Kelibia beach areas (Permit/local guidance usually required)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Aramex Hammamet; La Poste Tunisienne (Rapid-Poste)
- Tech Repair Services
- Smart Repair Hammamet (Avenue de la République)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Table tennis tables in Hotel Bel Azur
- Language Classes
- Bourguiba Institute of Modern Languages (Summer courses available)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Bibliothèque Publique de Hammamet
- Community Centers
- Maison de la Culture Hammamet
- Gaming Lounges
- Local 'Publinet' gaming centers in the town center
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino La Medina (Yasmine Hammamet)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 2,800 TND per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 112,000 TND / $36,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 2,000 TND per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 80,000 TND / $25,600)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 2,600 TND per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 156,000 TND / $50,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 1,800 TND per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 108,000 TND / $34,500)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 2,400 TND per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 192,000 TND / $61,500)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 1,600 TND per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 128,000 TND / $41,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 15% (Standard rate)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 10%
- Tax System
- Worldwide income for Tunisian residents; check 'Total Export' status for lower offshore tax
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 35%
- VAT
- 19% (Standard rate); 7% or 13% for specific services
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, but focus is on preventing tax evasion to tax havens
- Property Tax
- Annual 'Taxe d'habitation' based on rental value/size
- Property Transaction Tax
- 6% registration fee for properties
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Tunisia offers a specific 'Self-Entrepreneur' status with simplified flat tax of 0.5% - 1% for exports
Essentials
- City
- Hammamet, Nabeul Governorate, Tunisia
- Population
- 95,000
- Internet Speed
- VDSL/Fiber available in Yasmine Hammamet; average 20-50 Mbps; 4G/LTE is reliable (30 Mbps)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 TND ≈ 0.32 USD; ATM withdrawals usually limited to 300-800 TND per transaction
- Tap Water
- Not recommended for drinking; buy bottled water like Safia (0.800 TND for 1.5L)
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/E sockets
- SIM Card
- Ooredoo or Orange Tunisia; 25GB data package for approx. 25-30 TND
- Banking for Expats
- BIAT, Amen Bank; primary usage of cash but cards accepted in hotels and upscale restaurants
- Accommodation
- Beachfront hotels in Yasmine Hammamet or traditional Dar villas in the North
- Cashless Friendly
- Moderate; carry cash for taxis and small shops; cards okay for Carrefour and large hotels
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb and local sites like Tayara.tn; monthly flats range from 1,200 to 2,500 TND
- Budget Accommodation
- Hotel Les Citronniers (approx. 90 TND/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Yasmine Hammamet (modern, resort-focused, safe)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Hammamet Nord (quieter, residential, better local vibe, good cafes)