Hammamet beach
The beaches of Hammamet, one of the most developed and popular tourist zones in Tunisia, attract the attention of tourists from all over the world with their picturesque coastlines, perfect sand cover, cleanliness and comfort. The bright wide line stretches for more than 14 kilometers along the east coast of Tunisia. All beaches in Hammamet are municipal, with free entrance.
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Beach description
One of the main advantages of the resort is the fine white sand that evenly covers vast areas and goes under the water. The beaches of Hammamet are characterized by relatively gentle descent and sandy bottom. You can walk on the beach and in the water without risk of hurting your feet against sharp objects.
The contingent of holidaymakers is very diverse, including youth companies, families with children and staid pensioners. Many tourists from France and Germany. There are Russians. It's comfortable on the beaches with children. There are playgrounds. The sea is usually calm. Storms are rare. Lovers of privacy easily find wild deserted areas.
Beach infrastructure is developed, there is rental of sun loungers, umbrellas, deck chairs, there are showers, toilets, bars and cafes, rental centers with water equipment for parasailing, water skiing, snorkeling, diving, surfing, kiting.
When is it better to go
Tunisia is located in two climatic zones — tropical and subtropical. The swimming season opens in May and lasts until October. During this period, the least amount of precipitation falls, calm weather prevails, the sea is calm, and a storm rarely occurs. In July and August it becomes especially hot. Air temperature exceeds +40°C. In August, it sometimes storms.
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Where to stop
Hammamet has a huge number of accommodation options for tourists. The most expensive hotels are in Yasmine Hammamet tourist zone. Budget hotels – in the northern part of the resort, on the territory of the Old Town.
HotelHasdrubal Thalassa & Spa Yasmine Hammamet 5*, located on the beach in Yasmine Hammamet area, offers excellent accommodation and impeccable service. Specially for guests:
- 4 restaurants;
- pool with seawater;
- heated indoor pool;
- 6 jacuzzis;
- garden;
- private beach;
- wellness center;
- SPA;
- fitness center;
- hammam;
- free parking;
- daily shuttle service to Hammamet;
- shuttle service from the airport and back;
- free Wi-Fi.
The hotel has Russian-speaking staff.
Wonderful accommodation and a wide range of services provided by the hotel Vincci Marillia 4*. The guests are offered:
- restaurant;
- children's playground;
- private beach;
- 2 pools;
- free parking;
- table tennis;
- free Wi-Fi;
- shuttle service from the airport and back.
A buffet is served for breakfast. In the evenings, there's an entertainment program at the restaurant.
Where to eat
The popular tourist center in the Old Town area is full of places where you can have a delicious and inexpensive meal. You should visit Sidi Bou Hadid cafe, Berliner restaurant with delicious complex lunches, Chez Achour restaurant with delicious dishes from seafood.
Most establishments in the tourist part of Yasmine are characterized by high prices. Many restaurants offer complex lunches. You can read the menu at the entrance. During Ramadan, cafes work until 16:00, but you can buy inexpensive food and cook by yourself if you are staying in an apartment with a kitchen.
What to do
Thalassotherapy centres are very popular in Hammamet. The complex of services includes all kinds of wellness, rejuvenating and cosmetic procedures, baths and wraps, massage sessions.
In the evenings, there are discos, bars and nightclubs open to tourists only. During Ramadan, most entertainment establishments and shops close, so some details should be clarified before departure. The Muslim holy month has no fixed dates. Every year it falls on different months.
Yasmine has a Zizou family leisure centre with playgrounds and sports facilities. There you can play paintball, volleyball, ride down the slides. With children under 6, you should visit the seafront FunWater water park with its inflatable slides, barriers and bridges.
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How to get there
You can get to Hammamet by train, intercity bus or louage from Monastir, where the nearest airport is located.