Getting Your Bearings
Hammamet sits on the coast at the northern edge of the Gulf of Hammamet in northeastern Tunisia. For a visitor, the practical geography boils down to two main areas: the older town center, built around the Medina (Old Town), and the purpose-built resort area of Yasmine Hammamet, which lies a short distance away and has its own marina. Most of your transport decisions will revolve around moving between these two zones, reaching the beachfront, and connecting onward to Tunis, Sousse, or the airport.
Walking
Walking is one of the principal ways to explore Hammamet, and in some places it is the only sensible option. The Medina is a car-free labyrinth of narrow alleys, best covered on foot; guided walking tours of the Medina are available if you want context along the way.
A corniche or promenade runs along the beachfront in both Hammamet and Yasmine Hammamet, making for easy, flat strolling between the beach and nearby hotels and restaurants. Yasmine Hammamet Marina is explicitly pedestrian-oriented, with wide pathways lined with shops and restaurants.
A few cautions are worth keeping in mind. Some busy roads lack sidewalks, so take care when walking along them, and keep valuables out of sight. There are no specific "no-go" areas for pedestrians in Hammamet, but traffic is the main thing to watch for.
Local Buses
Local buses connect the Hammamet town center with Yasmine Hammamet and other local areas. They are very cheap and run on a schedule. You pay either the driver directly or at a kiosk. As with most public transport here, fares are inexpensive, so it helps to carry small denominations of Tunisian dinars, since drivers may not have change.
Louages (Shared Taxis)
Louages are white vans that run on fixed routes and depart only when full. They are the main mode for inter-city travel and tend to be faster and more frequent than buses on popular routes. You pay the driver directly at a fixed per-person fare.
Louage stations are typically located outside the town center, so ask locals or hotel staff for directions. If you don't speak Arabic or French, write down your destination to show the driver or dispatcher. Be ready to board quickly once the van fills and keep your luggage at hand.
From Hammamet, louages leave from the Hammamet Louage Station, though service is mostly if not exclusively to Tunis. That trip arrives at the Moncef Bey louage station in Tunis.
Trains
Trains (SNCFT) connect Hammamet to Tunis and Sousse, running on fixed daily timetables with first and second class. Tickets are bought at the station counter, and the train station is centrally located.
Note that many trains stop at Bir Bou Regba (also called Rekba), which sits on the main train line a short distance from Hammamet. From Bir Bou Regba you can easily take a taxi to wherever you want to go in Hammamet. There are fewer trains from Tunis directly to Hammamet, so Bir Bou Regba is often the more practical rail option.
Taxis and Ride-Hailing
Licensed taxis are yellow cars with a roof sign and a visible meter. You can hail them on the street or pick them up at taxi stands. Insist on the meter being turned on — ask for the "compteur" — and expect rates to increase after 9 PM. Short rides within Hammamet are cash only.
Uber and the major international ride-sharing apps are not common in Hammamet, so plan around licensed taxis rather than app-based hailing. It is a good habit to note the taxi number, and to use licensed taxis only.
Car Rental and Driving
Renting a car is possible through agencies such as Hertz, Avis, and DiscoverCars.com. You will need your national license plus an International Driving Permit.
Driving is on the right, seatbelts are mandatory, and speed limits are 50 km/h in cities, 90 km/h on rural roads, and 110 km/h on highways. Major roads are generally good, but rural roads vary and may have potholes. Local driving can be aggressive, horn use is frequent, and you should watch for unmarked speed bumps and animals on rural roads. Avoid driving outside major towns at night.
Parking is challenging near the Medina but easier in Yasmine Hammamet, where paid lots are available. Road signs are in Arabic and French, so GPS apps such as Google Maps and Maps.me are useful. Motorcycle and scooter rentals are uncommon for tourists and generally not advisable.
Boats, Cycling, and Other Options
Small boat taxis operate from Yasmine Hammamet Marina for short coastal outings or transport between marina points. Larger excursion boats run half- and full-day trips along the scenic coastline, often with swimming and snorkeling, and are popular in summer.
Cycling is limited: there are few dedicated bicycle lanes, and cycling on main roads is risky due to traffic. It is best confined to the promenade, quieter parts of Yasmine Hammamet, or resort grounds, and some hotels offer bicycle rentals.
There are no cable cars, funiculars, or tuk-tuks in Hammamet. Quad bikes and jet skis are available for hire on the beaches and in Yasmine Hammamet. Package tour operators provide coach transfers and airport transfers, but there is no city-wide hop-on-hop-off tour bus service.
Accessibility
Accessibility on public transport is generally limited. Buses and louages may have steps and little space, and older train stations may lack ramps or elevators. Taxis and pre-arranged private transfers are the most adaptable options. Newer large hotels in Yasmine Hammamet may have accessible rooms, but you should confirm directly with the hotel.
Getting from the Airport into the City
Tunisia's main airports include Tunis (Carthage), Enfidha, Monastir, Tabarka, and Djerba. If you arrive without a coach transfer booked, be prepared for men waiting to take your trolley — you will be charged for this, so say "no" and hold on to your belongings.
Private taxis are available from Monastir or Tunis to Hammamet, a trip of roughly an hour, or from Enfidha. You can also take an airport taxi to the intercity bus station or to the intercity collective (shared nine-seater) taxi station; for these, you do not need to bargain — ask for the meter to be turned on. Expect a modest per-head fare, with a likely overcharge if you have bulky luggage.
If you prefer to continue by public transport, the airport taxi can drop you at the relevant station, from which louages or buses will carry you onward. Package tour operators also provide airport transfers, which is the simplest option if your booking includes one.