According to the Overseas Security Advisory Council ( www.osac.gov ), which is a Federal Advisory Committee advising travelers about the safety risks of various areas in the world as they apply to United States travelers, Tunis is a travel destination with moderate threat of crime.   For the thorough safety information report put out by the Overseas Security Advisory Council in regards to Tunisia as a whole, travelers should visit http://www.osac.gov/Reports/report.cf... .

The most common crime to affect Tunis tourists is petty theft, which is generally in the form of pick pocketing or purse-snatching.  Increasingly common is cell-phone theft, with phones being taken directly from the hands of travelers as they are speaking on them.  The area of highest risk of these sorts of crimes is the medina ( http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction... ).  Travelers, especially when spending time in this area, should remain aware of their surroundings and avoid cell phone use when possible.

The other major threat to safety for Tunis visitors is danger on the road.  Tunis drivers are notoriously bad drivers who frequently fail to follow even the most basic of road rules.  Because of this, it is strongly recommended that Tunis visitors avoid road travel, walking or taking public transportation as much as possible.