Tours & Activities in Sousse
There is no better way to appreciate the oriental-style old city's charm and find its most hidden treasures than to meander through its twisting lanes. Aside from its old and well-known monuments, such as the Great Mosque and the Ribat, the city offers some secret corners and buildings that are unknown even to the locals and whose originality may surprise you.
We'll start with the Ribat, a fortification that dates back to the 9th century AD, just a few years before the great mosque, which likewise began as a fortress before becoming a mosque in the middle of the same century. Both monuments are marked by the Arabs' introduction of a new architectural style in Tunisia and North Africa (Tickets are not included).
Following the visit, we will begin our walk within the historic city, following the north wall and passing by other minor religious buildings. You can also tour some of the medina's historic houses.
We will reach the city's highest point, which is still occupied by the Kasbah (Alcazaba), Forlalza's palace and, for centuries, the seat and formal residence of the administrators of Sousse. Currently, the fortress houses the country's second archaeological museum, which includes a rich collection of Roman mosaics is a must-see for anybody interested in learning about the various cultures that the city has known throughout its history.
We will continue our walk along the southern wall until we reach the souks (old markets), which still retain their original structure, occupying different streets and alleys with various stalls of handicrafts, spices, vegetables, fabrics, and clothes in a social frenzy, being the medina's liveliest area.
We'll have a mint tea or a Tunisian coffee in one of the historic shops in the souk before ending our walk and leaving the medina.
I will always be available to you for additional information and details.
There's no better way to soak up the charm of the old oriental-style city and discover its more hidden attractions than to leisurely stroll through its winding streets. In addition to its ancient and famous monuments such as the Great Mosque or the Ribat, the city has several hidden corners and buildings unknown even to the natives and whose originality can surprise. We will start with the Ribat, this fortress dating back to the 9th century AD, a few years before the great mosque was built, which also started as a fortress before turning it into a mosque in the middle of the same century. Both monuments are distinguished by a new architectural style introduced by the Arabs in Tunisia and North Africa. (Tickets not included). After the visit, we will begin our walk inside the historical centre, following the north wall and passing other minor religious buildings. You can also visit some of the old houses in the medina. We will reach the highest area of the city, which is still occupied by the Kasbah (Alcazaba), the palace of Forlalza and formerly the seat and official residence of the governors of Sousse for centuries. Currently the fortress houses the second archaeological museum in the country with a rich collection of Roman mosaics whose visit is essential to travel with the different cultures that the city has known in its history. We will continue our walk along the southern wall to finish crossing the souks (old markets) which still maintain their old structure by occupying several streets and alleys with various stalls of handicrafts, spices, vegetables, fabrics, clothes in an atmosphere of social frenzy being the liveliest area of the medina. Before finishing our walk and leaving the medina, we will have a mint tea or a Tunisian coffee in one of the old cafés of the souk. We will always be at your disposal for more information and more details.
Welcome to Sousse, Tunisia!
Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler who has explored Sousse before, I am excited to take you on a journey that will introduce you to new and exciting places that you may not have discovered on your own. I am committed to providing a personalized and tailored experience.
From the historic Medina to the bustling harbor, I will guide you through the vibrant streets of Sousse and immerse you in the local culture. As we explore the city, I will share stories and anecdotes that will help you gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of Sousse's rich history and heritage.
So, whether you are interested in art, architecture, or cuisine, or just want to soak up the atmosphere of this enchanting city, let me be your guide. Together, we will create memories that will last a lifetime.