Making the most of Sousse
Use these notes to shape a realistic day ashore, then confirm any time-sensitive information for the date of your call.
Arriving at the port
The dock is directly in the town centre.
A printable map is available to take along.
Sousse’s resort area is fully integrated into the city, inviting visitors to share in its exuberance. Its heritage, museums and monuments are proudly and readily open to guests, while the Medina’s tiny colourful shops brim with silver jewellery, pure wool blankets, copper and carpets beneath the ribat’s towering walls.
During the Aghlabid period (800–909), Sousse served as an important commercial and military port. It is a typical example of a town from Islam’s first centuries.
Sousse probably has the world’s most intact medieval medina, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for that reason.
Getting around
A stroll among the port’s fishing boats is a pleasant way to pass time. Families with children may also enjoy a trip on one of the 'pirate' ships, which offer fishing and other nautical activities.
For a fun ride to Port El Kantaoui, about 12 km away, use a Tuk-Tuk or Mini-train. These open shared transports leave when full, or almost full. Expect to pay 2 dinars per journey for the former and 2,5 for the latter; Tuk-tuks are bright purple.
Nearby places
From here, visits are also possible to the 8th century Mosque of Kairouan, El Djem’s huge amphitheater and Monastir, the coastal resort with an old fort and mosque.
Food and shopping
Sousse’s medina is reasonably good for shopping, and many shop keepers have found that keeping prices reasonable is good policy.
A camel market takes place near the Catacombs every Sunday.
Money
The currency is the Tunisian Dinar.
Staying connected
Languages: Arabic and French.
Opening Hours and
Shops and businesses close on Friday afternoon.
Everything slows down, or even stops, during religious holidays.