Tunis (La Goulette), Tunisia

Bardo Museum & Souk of Tunis

Discover the Juxtaposition of Ancient and Modern Step into Tunis's past on visits to two enlightening landmarks, exploring ancient relics and market traditions. Join your guide for a visit to the Bardo National Museum, housed in the former palace of a 19th-century bey , or chieftain. Here, you can admire treasures from nearby Carthage and other important archaeological sites. Renowned for its fine collection of mosaics, the museum tells the intriguing story of Tunisia through the ages. Immerse yourself in the living history of the medina, one of the world’s best. Architectural treasures appear around every corner of this whitewashed cluster of intimately laid houses, shops, mosques and madrassas. All told, some 700 monuments dot the labyrinthine streets. Enjoy a walking tour with your guide, then have free time to explore the variety of the souk’s handicraft stalls, selling everything from produce to brassware to carpets. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.