Susse is a bustling and youthful resort on the coast of Tunisia. On its territory there is a huge number of hotels for every taste and budget. As a rule, acquaintance with the city begins with a visit to the seaport, and ends with trips to the ranch.
Basic information
Fans of educational excursions will not be disappointed by the programs of local tour operators. In the vicinity of Sousse in Tunisia, there is an abundance of monuments of medieval architecture. The village itself is conditionally divided into three quarters. The oldest area is the medina.
Next to it is the center where the most respected families have lived for centuries. The northern part of the city is relatively young. It is a tourist area that is actively growing and developing. The closest neighbor of Sousse in Tunisia is the town of Port El Kantaoui.
Climatic conditions
The hottest month in the resort is August. At this time, the air warms up to 32 ° C. At night, the thermometer drops to 23 °C. The sea warms up to 28 °C. Sousse in Tunisia is not so hot in June and July. Swimming begins in May. At the end of spring the water reaches 22 °C. The sea begins to cool in October. This month, its temperature drops to 23 °C, and in November to 17 °C.
Vacationers leave Sousse for Tunisia in December. Until April, the resort lasts off-season. The city falls into silence for a long time. It comes to life only after the first hot summer days. The temperature of the water area in April does not exceed 17 °C.
Transport accessibility
Judging by the description, Sousse in Tunisia serves an international airport located twenty minutes from the center of the resort. The air gates of the capital are one hundred and thirty kilometers away from the city. Taxis, minibuses and buses run from the passenger terminals of airports to the settlement.
You can get from Sousse to Port El Kantaoui by tuk-tuk. The trip will cost about one hundred and fifty rubles. The price of a bus ticket is 120 rubles. Taxi drivers ask for 200.
Medicine
The visiting card of a holiday in Sousse in Tunisia is the local thalassotherapy centers. The most popular salons among vacationers are located in the following Sousse hotels:
- Hasdrubal Thalassa & Spa 4.
- RIU Imperial Marhaba 5.
- Abou Nawas Bou Jaafar 4.
- RIU Bellevue Park 4.
- Thalassa Sousse 4.
- Karthago El Ksar 4.
- El Mouradi Palace 5.
Only the sanatoriums of Hammamet can compete with the he alth resorts of the resort.
Recommendations
It's an unfortunate mistake to visit Sousse and not visit the nightly disco at the Bora Bora club. Every night her neon lights attract thousandsyoung people. The most trendy and delicious cocktails are served in the local bars, and the best DJs host the parties.
Those who prefer a quiet and measured rest are advised to take a walk along the shopping alleys of the Sula Center Gallery. Hundreds of stores located in the hypermarket specialize in selling souvenirs. Everything is here!
The program of sightseeing tours invariably includes an inspection of the Caliph's Tower. From its carved windows you can see the snow-white minarets of the medina, the labyrinths of ancient streets and the bazaar. On hot summer days, vacationers spend the evening hours on the Bujafar embankment. The museum "Dar Essid" invites you to get acquainted with the history of the resort. It contains unique materials dedicated to the life and life of the former inhabitants of Sousse.
Hotels
The lion's share of beach-oriented hotels is located in the outskirts of the city. The center of the resort is too noisy, and the purity of sea water leaves much to be desired. The best Sousse hotels in Tunisia are located in the Porto El Kantaoui area. Topping the list is Hasdrubal Thalassa. It is followed by hotel complexes Thalassa Sousse 4, Riu Bellevue Park, El Mouradi Palm Marina 5, Tej Marhaba.
Cheap tours to Sousse (Tunisia) involve accommodation of travelers in Royal Beach, Marhaba, Golf Residence, Marabout. The Russians gave high marks to the neat and clean rooms, which are equipped with everything you need. The restaurants serve delicious local cuisine. Guests are entertained by a team of professional animators. Another advantage of the hotels listed above -good location.
They are on the first line of Sousse (Tunisia), by the sea. They have a large territory decorated with tropical plants. Usually, swimming in the pools is included in the price. Beach recreational areas are regularly cleaned by hotel staff. The local sand is considered the best on the entire coast of Tunisia.
Cost of living
Housing prices in Tunisia vary and depend on the season. One night in the luxurious Marhaba Royal Salem hotel in winter will cost 2,000 rubles. In the summer, when the water temperature in Sousse in Tunisia reaches comfortable values for swimming, the cost will increase by thirty percent. The hotel is located four kilometers from the central part. The price includes a hearty breakfast and the use of car parking.
Movenpick Resort & Marine Spa Suss, a premium hotel, asks for 6,000 rubles for a room. The complex is located two kilometers from the historical part of the resort. Rest in Vendom El Kazar Resort & Thalasso in February costs 2,800. A little cheaper at the Maraba Beach Hotel. The price of 2200 does not include meals. But guests have the opportunity to use the Internet, swimming pool and parking for free.
Suss Palace is a city hotel. It is located in the very center of the resort. The cost of one night in Sousse Palace is 4,750 rubles. Pearl Resort & Spa asks for 6,600. Residence Bujafar and Riad Palms are budget options. Room prices in these hotels are less than 2,000 rubles.
Shopping
The famous shopping galleries of the Sula Center are located inarea of the Tower of the Caliph, next to the entrance to the medina. Prices in boutiques are not the lowest, but the service is beyond praise. Those who like to haggle are recommended to shop in the market square in the historical part of the city.
Food
The best restaurants in Sousse, according to Russians, are Le Pasha, Lido, Mediterranean, La Caprice, Les Emyrs, La Scoperta. The average check in these establishments is two and a half thousand rubles. Cozy small cafes located along the fortress wall invite you to a cup of strong coffee. Pub with its own brewery - "Golf Brau".
Best restaurants
Sousse has a plethora of culinary establishments that specialize in pizza, seafood, barbecue, Italian, American and French dishes. The top restaurants for fine dining are:
- "Coconut Island".
- La Marmite.
- K-Noe.
- La Villa.
Best cafes
The first line of the list of the most popular eateries in Sousse is "Hard Rock Cafe Port El Kantaoui". It is followed by Escargot, Mil Mondo, Cafe Seles.
Best eateries
Tasty and inexpensive food at Restaurant de People, Mare-Mar, Lido Restaurant, Ali Chappati. Hearty and varied breakfasts are served at Mio Mondo, Beb Al Medina Cafe, Restaurant La Veranda, Franco Gelato & Cafe.
Attractions
The Sousse medina complex consists of well-preserved towers and adjoining walls, mosques, catacombs, cellars andmarket square. The Ribat Museum will tell about the history of the Caliph's Tower.
The local history museum has a unique collection of masks, mosaics and figurines. Vacationers recommend visiting the Museum of Archeology and walking along the paths of the Botanical Garden. The Russians liked the excursion to the catacombs of the Good Shepherd.
Entertainment
Bowling alleys, bars and pubs, clubs and restaurants are responsible for the resort's nightlife. During the day, vacationers ride electric cars, ride amusement park in Hergl, play golf. Toddlers and older children are welcome at Aqua Palace, a water park in Sousse (Tunisia). It is located in Port El Kantaoui. Children are delighted with the rides on the carousels in the Hannibal Park themed complex. They enjoy looking at the pets of the Sousse Botanical Zoo.
The most delicious ice cream is served at Casa del Gelato. The confectionery is located next to the hotel complex "Scheherazade 3".
Clubs and discos
The most fashionable and popular dance floors are concentrated in the quarter between the hotels "Riad Palms", "Taj Sultan", "Marabut". The Russians have a rest in "Saloon", "Bora Bora", "Bananas", "Living". If these nightclubs fail to get into, party-goers go to Bonaparte, Red Iguana, Orient Palace, Maracana, Samara King or Amnesia.
In August, the streets of Sousse and the suburbs are filled with a motley crowd in carnival costumes. The Aussu Summer Festival is a colorful celebration of dance, song and theatrical art.
Theatrical shows
The most famous performance in Soussein the open air, is the play "Medinat Alzahara". The laser show, which is an integral part of the show, is remembered for a long time. It is skillfully inscribed in the plot and sets off the historical scenery that is rich in the medieval medina of the resort.
The performance is striking in its dynamism. From the first minutes it keeps the audience in suspense. A riot of colors paints the black velvet of the African sky in vibrant neon hues.
Positive feedback
The advantage of a holiday in Tunisia is the low cost of tours. At the same time, the quality of service in Sousse hotels is not inferior to service in Turkey and Europe. The Russians speak warmly about the organization of entertainment and animation at the resort. Children and adults were delighted with the white sand, warm and clear sea, bright southern sun.
The restaurants serve African cuisine, perfectly prepared according to European recipes. Ice cream, juices, cocktails, light snacks, fruit and vegetable salads are sold on the shore. Music sounds. Instructors ride bananas, tablets, catamarans, yachts, boats and jet skis. Snorkeling and scuba diving equipment can be rented.
Negative
Many vacationers were dissatisfied with extortions in hotels upon check-in. Choosing cheap vouchers, they were faced with the need to pay extra for a room with a sea view. The rooms are sometimes not cleaned. There are many jellyfish in the sea in August. They sting painfully and cause allergic reactions.
They say that in the city center, away from the tourist areasthe streets are dirty. The buildings are untidy, there is a mess everywhere. In the markets, merchants often inflate prices, cashing in on inexperienced tourists. Therefore, before making any purchase, it is better to look into the store. Maybe it will be cheaper.
Girls are not recommended to go out into the city alone. Tunisia is a Muslim country. The population here is poor, men do not always behave correctly towards guests in revealing outfits. There are no such problems on the territory of hotels.
