Monastir airport is the most important and chief Airport in Monastir. It serves the largest number of charter tourists to Tunisia. Being set in the belt of some of the finest resorts in the country, the airport in Monastir a part has an ideal climate for beach holidays in the first half of the summer.
The airport is effective and not too big. It is placed in a short distance from both Sousse and Monastir. Getting here by air is probably the best point of arrival in Tunisia, the airport has all facilities, and you will be out on the road or on the beach in as short time as possible.
The Monastir airport is very well-connected with both Sousse and Monastir by either the metro or by bus service. If you want to get to a hotel, you will have to catch a yellow taxi from the end station of the metro or bus. Just outside the Monastir airport, you will find a nice selection of car rental companies and prices vary a lot. It is advised to the travelers to go for the local companies that are cheaper than international ones. Before renting a car, ensure that all taxes are included and that you have free mileage. You must also ensure that the condition of the car is good and that there is a good spare tire in the car.
There are many facilities available in the Monastir airport:-
The airport of Monastir has a couple of well-stocked tax-free shops. Here you will get all the Tunisian products at a price that is about twice as expensive here as in town. The clothes of International brands are more expensive than in the ordinary Western street shop. The Alcohol and tobacco are competitive compared with other airports.
There are various good tourist resorts available in a short distance from the Monastir airport. Monastir is a town of history, with a ribat used in the filming of Life of Brian and beaches that rivals Sousse's. There are many other popular tourist attractions in the city that will make your tour to Monastir truly memorable.
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