Location: Sousse
Top Things to do in Sousse
What to do and see in Sousse, Tunisia: The Best Places and Tips
Sitting where the Phoenician colony of Hadrumetum once stood nearly 3,000 years ago, the modern-day Sousse is a resort destination, especially popular with Europeans. Sometimes called "the Pearl of the Sahel" (referring to the central section of Tunisia's eastern shoreline), Sousse is prized for its excellent beaches. Arab-Islamic since the 7th century AD, the city has many fascinating attractions, like the 9th-century Great Mosque, and its medina is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Restaurants in Sousse
1. Sousse Archaeological Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 393 reviews
Reviewed By df86 - York, United Kingdom
This is a small-medium sized museum located just on the outskirts of the Sousse Medina, accessible via the outside of the Medina (rather than within the walls).
The museum is visually extremely impressive, located in a stunning old Sousse fort. The exhibits focus on just presenting the history of the area. I felt that this was in contrast to some of the history museums you find in the UK, which often focus on bizarre agendas such as focusing undue attention on the lives of what they describe as 'ordinary' people (every an arbitrary concept) or particular ethnic groups.
Lot of very impressive mosaics.
This place is let down by the fact that whilst it advertises that it has a cafe, it does not.
Perhaps it has been closed down for an unknown reason, but it is annoying that you cannot buy refreshments when you visit. There was also no toilet paper in some of the toilets. This could have caught an unwitting visitor in a rather unfortunate position!
2. Ribat
Overall Ratings
4 based on 263 reviews
Reviewed By badmintontim - Hastings, United Kingdom
As you can see from my reviews I have travelled to many countries and cities and after Reading the reviews here I must totally disagree with them as the most recent reviews are all very negative and I can only (mostly) add positive comments to this attraction here in the City of Sousse.
What one needs to think about is that this Ribat is reputed to be from around the 9th Century (around 830 AD to be precise), so it was around before anything else that you can see and also most buildings in the respective tourists countries and it is mostly intact although empty, the main walls and rooms are solid
The price to enter (after being searched and scanned at the security area which is great and reassuring) is 7 TND (£2.50 Sterling; £2.8 Euro; $3 US Dollars; $4 Australian Dollars) and if reviewers think that this is overpriced to see a solid Ribat (Castle) of this age that gives great views over the port of Sousse then they need to consider what they can see that compares to this in other countries and what that costs as well.
The staff are friendly and do speak a little English and as this is government run then you do get an official receipt as well so you can be assured that you are being charged the correct price
I would like to suggest a few words of warning though; if you venture up the Tower then this is dark and the stairs are worn due to age so do use the light on your phone or take a small torch with you. Be aware that the ramparts/steps and the edges of the Ribat at a high level do not have barriers for H & S so there is a chance of falling, so you need to be extra careful that one side is not protected but this is the same in some European sites as well as North Africa (be aware with children). IF you state that you wish to take photos then you will be charged extra. Also the entrances to the rooms are very low so be careful with your head.
The Guide Books are very inexpensive as I brought one for 2 TND in English (72 pence!) and it was in full colour with many colour photographs as well.
Will definitely like to return at some point and read the many information boards in English (they are also in other languages) in further detail
Highly recommended for local culture and history - Enjoy
3. Museum Dar Essid
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 145 reviews
Reviewed By HappyBunny2014 - London, United Kingdom
Wow loved this place! Went in Ramadan and we were the only people there. It was very well kept and amazing to see how the man who owned this house lived. Very romantic and plush in here. I found it facinating to learn about the different rooms and how they lived here. The roof Terrace is a nice escape from the medina and souks, great view. Would have been even better if there little cafe was open. After Ramadan it would be.
4. Grande Mosque
Overall Ratings
4 based on 287 reviews
Reviewed By Ibrahim G - East London, South Africa
Very welcoming mosque, with original features. You will find this is one of the longest standing Masjids/Mosques built. Its very beautiful, large and clean. Upon visiting you will find on a sunny day that the court yard lights up and brings a smile to your face.
5. Medina of Sousse
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 2 reviews
This medina contains the Great Mosque of Sousse.
Reviewed By comecomoloco - Landshut, Germany
Pass by the aggressive seller army and try to disappear behind some corners and let yourself drift through the small alleys. You will find, yes also shops, but totally different level and more locals buying daily and deli things, you will smell when coming to the fish market ;)
And you will be surprised in which corner of the media you can end at the end, but tech brings you back to where u started, don't worry :)
6. Medinat Alzahra Parc
Overall Ratings
4 based on 125 reviews
Reviewed By badmintontim - Hastings, United Kingdom
As can be seen, there are mixed reviews for this attraction and some I will agree with the reviewers about, although not all.
The outside entertainment before the dinner was cultural and very good - as close to the culture as tourists would expect to see. We went here originally when it first opened and must say it has vastly improved since then.
The animals appeared to be very well looked after and the entertainers were good and professional. Yes it could be cold but that just depends on the night in question.
The Laser show was very good with the supply of Berber style coats/blankets and seat covers, they ensured that you shouldn't get cold.
Yes the commentary was in 4 languages but that was to include all tourists that could be present and to show the diversity of the languages of the country so was entirely appropriate.
The Laser show and entertainers were very good with the camels and horse riders etc.
But - the food as mentioned by others was basic and could definitely need improving as could the service.
We mentioned this at the time and made our comments so would hope and presume that it has improved since our visit.
The entertainment itself and the Laser Show is well worth a visit and if it wasn't for the meal then I would have given this place full marks.
7. Kasbah of Sousse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By Jolyon67 - Melbourne, Australia
Sousse Kasbah is in the south west corner of the medina. It was built in the 11th C and today houses the brilliant Archaeological Museum. There are some stunning mosaics from nearby Roman ruins on display. Entry is 9 Dinar and 1 dinar extra to take photographs. Access if from outside the city walls. There is a huge internal courtyard with shady trees and some statues. Towering over the complex is the 9th C Lighthouse. This is one of the highest points in the city and you can climb the battlements for a 360° view across the medina.
8. Dar Am Taieb
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Pour parler de «Dar Am Taïeb», disons que ce musée est unique et original dans sa typologie architecturale construit en pierres taillées, ce musée abrite plusieurs salles d’exposition, de terrasses et de cours en plein air
Reviewed By badmintontim - Hastings, United Kingdom
It is as if you get inside the head/mind of the artist himself who must have so many ideas running around there that it would be so cluttered! So surreal to be walking around here that we came back for another visit and so worth...Morethank you for your feedback , we are very happy that you like it hope to see you again
9. Musee d'Enfidha
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Ian W - Gainsborough, United Kingdom
this collasium is the second bigest in the world while the one rome is the largest,this one is much better preserved,and is also where the holliwood blockbuster GLADIATURES was filmed and the monty python film THE LIFE OF BRIAN,the only damaged part was caused by a cannan in a war with the spanish in the 17th century,the only down side is it is very dusty which may be taken into consideration if you have breathing difficultes,to somer up it is a remarkarable place to visit.
10. Magiceye Sousse
Overall Ratings
5 based on 7 reviews
Magic eye 3D MUSEUM refers to a traditional technic art of optical illusion ,which turns two-dimensional paintings into three-dimensional images through the use of optical illusions. Paintings on the walls, and ground bring you into the setting of a scene and you become part of the artwork Immerse yourself in different settings at 6 themed zones . All visitors are encouraged to step inside the
Reviewed By badmintontim - Hastings, United Kingdom
This experience had only been opened around a week when we went and tried it & we all had such great fun & laughter in there
It is situated within the Soula Center shop at the front of the Medina in Sousse so it can’t be missed and costs 18 TND (around £5:50 Sterling at the time of this review) but we spent 2 1/2 hours in there for this - you need to spend this time to get the full impact of it
The 3D photos are very good and much better and more abundant than others that we have seen in Europe
The staff are amazing from when you enter and give you your socks - yes you have to wear socks all the way round - but you get to keep them afterwards as a souvenir (they are used to protect their shiny new painted floors)
The staff were all female and helped us with our photos by taking them with our cameras as we posed in the 3D photos
We laughed so much as we went round that the staff didn’t know what to say - great fun - one member of staff stood out - Ewa I think her name was and she was excellent
No souvenir Shop here though for magic eye itself or any discounts given if you return which would give them extra income and further return custom especially if you bring your friends back!
A great place and I would definitely recommend that you visit here during your stay in Sousse - any questions just ask
Enjoy
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