Map of Tunisia – Regions, Cities & Location Guide
Explore Tunisia with this interactive map showing Tunis, the Mediterranean coast, inland cities and the Sahara Desert. Zoom in to find roads, towns, historical sites, islands and the country's borders with Algeria and Libya.
Tunisia is a North African country on the southern shore of the Mediterranean Sea. Its landscape changes considerably from the greener northern hills and coastal plains to central steppes, salt lakes and the desert in the south.
Tunisia is in North Africa, bordered by Algeria to the west, Libya to the south-east and the Mediterranean Sea to the north and east. Tunis is its capital. The country has 24 governorates and includes coastal resorts, Roman archaeological sites and Saharan landscapes.
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Where Is Tunisia Located?
Tunisia occupies the eastern part of the Maghreb region of North Africa. Its northern coast faces the Mediterranean and lies across the sea from Italy. The Gulf of Tunis is near the capital, while the Gulf of Hammamet and Gulf of Gabès shape the eastern coastline.
- North: Mediterranean Sea, with Sicily farther across the water.
- West: Algeria, including mountainous and inland border areas.
- East: Mediterranean coastline, ports and islands.
- South-east: Libya, with desert country extending southward.
The island of Djerba lies off Tunisia's south-eastern coast. The country's position between Mediterranean Europe and the Saharan interior has influenced its trade routes and historic settlements.
Tunisia Regions and Major Cities
Tunisia has 24 governorates, which are administrative areas. The regions below are geographic groupings for orientation, not replacements for official governorate boundaries.
| Area | Cities and map features |
|---|---|
| Greater Tunis | Tunis, Carthage, La Marsa and surrounding urban districts. |
| Northern Tunisia | Bizerte, Tabarka, wooded hills and the Medjerda River valley. |
| Cap Bon and eastern coast | Nabeul, Hammamet, Sousse, Monastir and Mahdia. |
| Central Tunisia | Kairouan, Sfax and inland agricultural or steppe landscapes. |
| South and Sahara | Tozeur, Douz, Tataouine, desert areas and salt flats. |
| South-eastern coast | Gabès, Zarzis and the island of Djerba. |
Tunisia Landmarks to Find on the Map
- Medina of Tunis: Historic urban centre containing traditional streets and monuments.
- Carthage: Archaeological area near Tunis associated with Punic and Roman history.
- El Jem Amphitheatre: Monumental Roman-era amphitheatre inland from the east coast.
- Kairouan: Historic inland city known for its religious and architectural heritage.
- Chott el Djerid: Large salt lake region in south-western Tunisia.
- Djerba: Mediterranean island with coastal towns, settlements and beaches.
Map labels may vary by language and transliteration. Zoom in to identify each site and nearby access roads before planning a visit.
Roads, Airports and Travel Connections
Main roads connect Tunis with northern, coastal and inland cities. Motorway corridors serve routes towards Hammamet, Sousse and Sfax, while other roads lead towards Kairouan, Tozeur and the southern desert. Transport choices vary substantially outside larger urban areas.
TunisâCarthage International Airport serves the capital. Other airports include Monastir, EnfidhaâHammamet, DjerbaâZarzis and TozeurâNefta. Tunisia also has rail services on selected intercity routes. Check current operators and government travel advice for services, access conditions and border arrangements.
What This Tunisia Map Helps You Explore
- Find Tunis and the main coastal cities.
- See the borders with Algeria and Libya.
- Compare Mediterranean coasts with southern desert regions.
- Locate archaeological sites, islands and mountain areas.
- Identify roads connecting cities and inland towns.
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Tunisia Map FAQs
Where is Tunisia on the world map?
Tunisia is in North Africa on the Mediterranean coast, between Algeria and Libya.
What is the capital of Tunisia?
Tunis is the capital, near the country's northern Mediterranean coastline.
How many governorates does Tunisia have?
Tunisia has 24 governorates. They are different from the broad geographic regions used in this guide.
Does Tunisia border the Sahara Desert?
Yes. Southern Tunisia forms part of the Sahara, including desert and salt-lake landscapes.
Is Djerba part of Tunisia?
Yes. Djerba is a Tunisian island off the south-eastern coast.
Which countries border Tunisia?
Algeria borders Tunisia to the west, and Libya borders it to the south-east.
Can I use this map for driving directions?
Use it to explore locations, but check a live navigation service and current road advice before travelling.
Disclaimer
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