Monastir travel guide

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You're Going to Love Monastir

With a population of 71,546, Monastir is the largest city in Monastir, Tunisia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Monastir to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Monastir

Monastir in November
Estimated hotel price
RM 282
1 night at 3-star hotel
Monastir in November
Estimated hotel price
RM 282
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Monastir in August, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 8 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 50 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Monastir, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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How to Get to Monastir

Plane

When flying to Monastir, you’ll arrive at Monastir Habib Bourguiba (MIR), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Monastir, you’ll arrive at Monastir Habib Bourguiba (MIR), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Airlines serving Monastir

Lufthansa
Good (4,640 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,604 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,296 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,762 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (710 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (193 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (326 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (194 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (309 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (237 reviews)
Vueling
Good (814 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (414 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (492 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (220 reviews)
Kuwait Airways
Good (263 reviews)
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Where to stay in Monastir

From 5-star hotels such as the Royal Thalassa Monastir to great affordable options like the Sahara Beach Aquapark, Monastir offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 237 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 483 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Monastir

Most booked hotels in Monastir

Royal Thalassa Monastir
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 400+
Hotel Rosa Beach Monastir
4 stars
Poor (0, Poor reviews)
RM 348+
El Mouradi Skanes
4 stars
Okay (5.1, Okay reviews)
RM 176+

Hiring a car in Monastir

Expect to pay RM 3.82 per litre in Monastir (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 45.76 and RM 61.01. Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Monastir, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay RM 3.82 per litre in Monastir (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 45.76 and RM 61.01. Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Monastir, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.