In Tunisia, visiting someone rarely happens without a box of sweets. Pastry shops shine like jewelers, offering kaak, baklava, and almond pastries, gestures of respect, belonging, and continuity.

Most Tunisians are warm, curious, and honest, but like anywhere, small misunderstandings can happen. This guide explains the local logic behind taxi fares, shopping customs, and everyday interactions, helping you travel Tunisia with confidence, fairness, and ease.

Tunisian tea is how the country pauses; green tea, fresh mint, and a few pine nuts that turn a simple drink into a gesture of welcome. Balanced in sweetness and full of meaning, it’s the taste of calm, warmth, and connection.