Souk El Attarine

One of the most visited souks in the Tunisian medina is called Souk el-Attarine, located in the vicinity of the Zaytouna mosque. Now, the medina shops are mixed and are full of souvenirs for tourists, while the less upmarket ones were relegated to a position farther away. This souk was built in the thirteenth century and is known as the perfume souk, as most of its stores sell perfume but today they are mixed with the souvenir shops. Here you can find any perfume or scent (even imitations of well-known brands), as well as essential oils. Usually, the vendors will explain to you the process of making them.