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One Flight × One Continent

On October 13 and 14, 2026, Africa's tech market will be held in Tunis. You'll land just 15 minutes from the event, stay at a place just a five-minute walk away, and leave with a continental address book.

Why Tunis Is Easy

It all comes down to thirty minutes

Tunis is a compact capital city, and the City of Culture is located right in the center, on Mohamed V Avenue.

10–15 minFrom Tunis-Carthage Airport to the trade show
5–10 $The taxi ride from the airport
2–15 minWithin walking distance of about 15 3-star to 5-star hotels
50–150 $One night's stay, including breakfast
Discover

A Capital City on a Human Scale

Between sessions or after the event ends, you can explore the city without wasting time on travel.

Location

The City of Culture

A nine-hectare cultural complex in the heart of downtown, on Mohamed V Avenue, with on-site parking.

Accommodations

About 15 hotels within walking distance

From 3★ to 5★, a 2- to 15-minute walk from the exhibition hall entrance. Details on the negotiated rates are listed further down this page.

Sidi Bou Saïd

The Blue and White Village

Perched above the Gulf of Tunis, 30 minutes from the Cité de la Culture. The best view of the coastline.

Medina of Tunis

UNESCO since 1979

Narrow streets, souks, and Ottoman architecture right in the heart of the city, just a few minutes' walk from the trade show.

Carthage

In the Footsteps of the Empire

The archaeological site overlooking the sea, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, can be visited on the same day as the medina.

La Marsa & Gammarth

Beaches and the coastal road

Marinas, beaches, and seafood restaurants, just 30 minutes from the Cité de la Culture.

Habib Bourguiba Avenue

The beating heart of the city

Cafés, bookstores, and Art Deco facades line the capital's main avenue.

October

The Good Season

Temperatures ranging from 18 to 28°C, clear skies, warm seas, and few tourists: the best month to explore the country.

Stay another forty-eight hours

You made the trip

It would be a shame to see only the exhibition hall—especially when the Mediterranean is just half an hour away from the conference room.

You can visit two UNESCO sites in a single day: the medina of Tunis, one of the best-preserved in the Arab world, and the archaeological site of Carthage, overlooking the sea. Then continue on to Sidi Bou Saïd and the La Marsa coastal road.

The Location

What to Expect When You Get There

One site, one badge, no time wasted moving between areas.

  • Exhibition SpaceExhibitor booths, startups, and country pavilions.
  • Conference RoomsFour theaters showing films simultaneously, with a continuous program.
  • B2B AreaDedicated appointment tables, with the calendar managed by Eventoo.
  • Food & Wi-FiBreaks and lunch are included in the conference passes; coverage is available throughout the venue.
Arrive

Getting to Tunis

Just one airport, right in the heart of the city. No out-of-the-way terminals, no trains to catch, no time wasted.

01

Tunis-Carthage Airport (TUN)

The country's main gateway, located 10–15 minutes from the Cité de la Culture. Direct connections to major cities in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

02

Entry Requirements

Tunisia waives visa requirements for nationals of many countries in Africa, Europe, and the Gulf. The official invitation letter can be obtained from the team once registration has been completed.

03

Upon arrival

Currency exchange is available at the airport and at all banks. SIM cards and eSIMs are available for purchase in the arrivals hall. Official metered taxis are available in front of the terminal.

Getting Around

Four Ways to Get Around

For most of the participants staying at the center, walking is enough. For the rest, everything is simple and inexpensive.

Taxi

Yellow taxis are very common. There are 5 to 10 $ taxis at the airport and 2 to 4 $ taxis in town. Be sure to have some dinar change on hand.

Running Apps

inDrive and Yassir cover the entire Greater Tunis area. The fare is known before you get in; payment can be made in cash or by card.

Car Rental

International and local car rental agencies in the airport lobby, starting at €40 per day.

Need a group transfer or shuttle service for your delegation? Please email contact@bigtech.africa : We organize transportation from our partner hotels.

Finding a Place to Live

Sleeping five minutes away from the living room

Rates negotiated with the establishments closest to the Cité de la Culture.

Rate applies upon presentation of the code BTA26 at the time of booking, subject to availability.
EstablishmentCategorySince the trade showEstimated rate per night
Novotel TunisMohamed V Avenue
★★★★
0.3 km5-minute walk
≈ 105 $168 $
ibis TunisMohamed V Avenue
★★★
0.3 km5-minute walk
≈ 93 $
La Maison Blanche HotelMohamed V Avenue / El Khadra
★★★★★
0.7 km9-minute walk
≈ 85 $129 $
Kyriad Prestige City CenterLa Fayette
★★★★
0.6 km8-minute walk
≈ 101 $115 $
Marigold HotelEl Khadra / Montplaisir
★★★★
0.8 km10-minute walk
≈ 87 $
Business Hotel TunisMontplaisir / La Fayette
★★★★
0.9 km11-minute walk
≈ 105 $126 $
Golden Tulip El MechtelLookout
★★★★
1.8 km8-minute drive
≈ 113 $143 $
Africa Hotel — El MouradiHabib Bourguiba Avenue
★★★★★
1.4 km6-minute drive
≈ 120 $142 $
Acropole TunisThe Lakefront
★★★★
7 km18-minute drive
≈ 83 $119 $

Estimated rates for a standard room, one night, including breakfast, converted from the Tunisian dinar for reference purposes. The final prices are those displayed by the property at the time of booking.

Your Access

Choose your pass

Admission to the trade show is free. What you’re paying for is access to business meetings—and that’s where you’ll see a return on your trip.

Exhibition Access

Explore the trade show and exhibition

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  • Admission to the exhibitions on both days
  • Access to conferences and workshops
  • Access to the Eventoo platform, web and mobile
  • Personalized Access Badge
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Pass Delegate

Delegations and Major Buyers

650 DT≈ 213 1Q4Q — including 19 1Q3Q VAT, instead of 1,300 DT

  • All the content included in the Corporate Pass
  • Access to the Premium Lounge
  • Networking Lunches, Day 1 and Day 2
  • BIGTECH Networking Night
Book

A Startup Pass priced at 300 DT is available for startups, and two Executive Masterclasses are being offered separately on October 14. Group rates are available for groups of five or more.

Good to Know

The details that make for a great stay

Eight things you should know before packing your suitcase.

Currency

The Tunisian dinar (TND) cannot be purchased abroad: exchange currency at the airport, a bank, or your hotel. Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted.

Languages

Arabic and French are spoken on a daily basis. English is widely spoken in the business community and throughout the trade show.

Time zone

GMT+1 year-round. One hour difference from Paris in the summer, none in the winter.

Weather in October

Temperatures between 18 and 28°C, sunny. Bring a light jacket for the evenings.

Electricity

230 V, 50 Hz. European Type C and E outlets—no adapter needed when traveling from Europe.

Connectivity

4G and 5G coverage throughout Greater Tunis. Prepaid SIM cards and eSIMs available right at the airport. Wi-Fi throughout the exhibition hall.

Health

No mandatory vaccinations. Bottled water is recommended; travel insurance is advised.

Uses

Tip 5 to 10 % at restaurants; round up for taxis. Classic business attire for the trade show.

The Official App

Your lounge experience begins before you land

Eventoo is BIGTECH Africa's platform: browse the exhibitors, find the people you want to meet, and book your appointments in advance.

  • 01Real-time schedule, room by room
  • 02Exhibitor Directory, filterable by country
  • 03Networking and Appointment Requests
  • 04Personalized calendar, all in one place
  • 05Interactive Site Map
  • 06Real-time notifications
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Two Days in Tunis × Twelve Months in Business

Slots for B2B meetings are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. The earlier you book, the fuller your schedule will be when you arrive.