Ed Dar

Top choice in Tunis


Up winding tiled stairs, the rooms of this traditional dar are filled with rugs, textiles and antique musical instruments; downstairs there’s everything from antique Tabarkan coral charms to puppets. The house’s original kitchen is still in place, plus there’s a pretty rooftop that you can ask to visit. The charming owners – brothers – are happy to show visitors around.

The main entrance is on Rue Sidi Ben Arous, and there's a second entrance off the Souq El Trouk.


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