La Goulette stretches along a narrow sandbar between Lake Tunis and the Mediterranean, connected to central Tunis by the TGM commuter rail. This unpretentious port town thrives on simple pleasures: the kilometre-long seaside promenade lined with cafés where locals play backgammon over mint tea, and family-run restaurants serving just-caught seafood. While short on conventional sights, its charm lies in the rhythm of dockworkers, fishermen, and evening strollers who animate the waterfront. The ferry terminal links Tunisia to Europe, lending the harbour constant movement. Come for grilled octopus at plastic-covered tables as tankers glide past, or join the evening passeggiata when the sea breeze tempers the day’s heat.

This ancient fortress sits on top of a hill right next to the National Botanical Garden and enjoys an unrivalled view over the city. For this reason it had been a key strategic point in the city's defence for many centuries, until it was almost destroyed in an earthquake in 1827. Visitors can reach the fortress on foot or with the new cable car from Rike Park.

The Wayang Museum celebrates Indonesia’s long tradition of shadow puppetry. Its rooms are filled with intricately carved puppets from Java and other parts of the country, along with examples from Malaysia, Thailand, and China. Take your time to look at the detail in each figure, and if you’re lucky, you might catch a short wayang performance accompanied by live gamelan music.