Tozeur is an idyllic oasis town marooned in the Sahara Desert. Golden sand dunes and lush palm groves surround the town, where you can discover a unique blend of Tunisian history, culture and local flavours. Explore the ancient medina, visit a cultural heritage museum and enjoy mouthwatering Tunisian cuisine.
Things to do in Tozeur
Walk beneath thousands of towering date palms in the Tozeur Oasis. Shady paths crisscross the 1,000-hectare oasis, which contains more than 400,000 date palms, as well as apricot, banana, fig and pomegranate trees. Explore the oasis on foot, by bicycle or in a horse-drawn carriage.
Get lost in a maze of narrow streets and alleys in the Medina of Tozeur. Hidden behind honey-coloured stone walls, the historic district is one of the best-preserved medinas in Tunisia. It’s filled with beautiful Tunisian buildings decorated with ornate doorways, patterns and calligraphy. Shop for one-of-a-kind souvenirs, including woven carpets, hand-painted ceramics and traditional Berber jewellery embedded with precious stones like amber, agate and turquoise.
Dine at local restaurants and try traditional Tunisian dishes like “brik” deep-fried filo pastries stuffed with tuna, onions, herbs and spices. The most atmospheric restaurants welcome you with mosaic tiles, colourful textiles and decorative glass lanterns. Finish your meal with refreshing mint tea, another Tunisian favourite.
Visit the Dar Cherait Museum to learn more about the unique cultural heritage of Tozeur. The collection is housed in a beautifully restored Tunisian mansion and features exhibits on the customs and traditions of the Berber people. See traditional tools, colourful folk costumes and shimmering silver jewellery. Plant-filled gardens and courtyards surround the museum.
Getting around Tozeur
Tozeur is pedestrian-friendly and easily explored on foot. Nefta Airport is a 10-minute drive from the town and offers domestic flights to major cities in Tunisia. Tunis-Carthage Airport is a six-hour drive away. Local buses and taxis are a good option for short trips, while rental cars offer the freedom to explore the desert and visit nearby towns at your own pace.