Amazingly located at the heart of the Mediterranean, Tunis was the capital of several universally influential dynasties since 698 . It is one of the most intact medinas of the Islamic world covering 300 ha and 700 historical monuments.
The tour of the medina is a journey into the depths of human memory . We tailored this experience to guide you through this maze of souks and streets and help you explore the secrets of this millennium masterpiece of Islamic architecture. We start at the Avenue Bourguiba, heart of the colonial town built around the medina, To introduce you to modern history of Tunisia and discover this European architecture before we move to the old city , Where everything remarkably shift to authentic arab-muslim architecture. We will visit Mosques, Medressas, Palaces, Mausoleums and Souks .
Before we get into the medina, we stop to explore the central market and discover Tunisian cuisine, its cooking traditions, ingredients, recipes and techniques developed since antiquity. A blend of native Berber cuisine with Punic, Arab, Andalousian,Italian, and French traces .
We walk through artisans shops , descendants of the Carthaginians , they are some of the most skilful and creative artists offering a variety of products tailored and perfectionised through the centuries .
We invite you to a short break at Panorama café , where we can taste a local drink and enjoy the view of the medina from the rooftop of an old palace , that will be an opportunity to engage with the locals , for an authentic encounter with this tolerant , funny and welcoming tunisois .