Sousse Medina Souk — Local services in Sousse

The architecture is charming and steeped in history. However, the local salesmen can be rather overzealous, much like those in Egypt, Morocco, Jordan, and Palestine—often intent on a quick profit. Prices are inflated, and the sellers’ greed can feel impolite and off-putting. I’d suggest visiting only once, as repeated encounters might tarnish your impression of Tunisia. The locals, by contrast, are warm and welcoming, but the market vendors are an exception. It’s perplexing why they’d compromise their reputation for a mere 10-20 euros. Instead, shop at family-run stores near hotels—honest, hardworking folk who prioritise customer satisfaction, accept card payments, and don’t require 20 minutes of haggling to reduce a 60-euro item to 10 euros. As for taxi drivers, steer clear or agree on a fare in advance.

PS. There is a huge rubbish place hidden between shops. Wouldn't buy...

I love the ambience of the Medina. There's so much to see. Before entering there are usually a few dozen mobile stalls ( like a street market ) , selling a range of goods. Occasionally there is a police presence and these stalls are not allowed. Within the Medina area there are two quite big fruit and vegetable markets and one selling meat and another selling fish. As you wander round the Medina, you will be hassled by the vendors, particularly if you show an interest in anything. You will be quoted a ridiculous price for any article and it is upto you to bargain the price down. Usually the Medina is very crowded and it is very important to keep your money and...

Needs at least a couple of hours to soak up the atmosphere and wander. I love wandering around a souk. This one is easy to navigate and not overlarge .Also very pretty in parts as this is a very ancient medina area. where people have been trading and living since ancient times. Unfortunately we visited as part of a group tour, at the end of the day ,had a group meal to go to and so I could only take a very few photos of something of interest...