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Tunisia

Sfax / Where the Sahara meets the sea

MeowScore 😾67/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

May

Perfect month for beach-goers to visit! 🏖️☀️

😺
january

Cat-lovers will enjoy visiting the Sfax Museum of Arts and Traditions and exploring the local cat cafes.

🐱
february

February is the perfect time for cat lovers to attend the Annual Cat Show in Sfax.

🏛️
march

Visit the Medina of Sfax and discover the beautiful architecture and local craftsmanship.

🌴🐢
april

Nature-lovers should visit the Kerkennah Islands in April and witness the sea turtles laying their eggs.

🏖️☀️
may

May is the best month for beach-goers to soak up the sun on the sandy shores of Sfax.

🫒🎉
june

Celebrate the Sfax International Olive Festival and taste some of the world's finest olive oil.

🕌
july

July is the prime time to explore the Chaffar Palace and witness the beauty of traditional Tunisian architecture.

🚣‍♀️🏄
august

Take part in the Sfax Water Festival and enjoy a variety of water sports and activities

🍽️🌴
september

September is the month of the Sfax Dates Festival, so foodies will love trying and tasting different varieties of dates.

🏛️📚
october

Visit the Dar Jellouli Museum and learn about the history and culture of the region during the Ottoman era.

🦩🦢
november

November is the best time for bird-watching enthusiasts to visit the Salines de Thyna and see a variety of migratory birds.

🕍🔍
december

Discover the Jewish Cemetery of Sfax and learn about the rich Jewish culture and history in the area.

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Sfax has reasonable prices for goods and services, with some bargaining potential in markets. However, imported items can be pricey and accommodation rates vary widely.

Haggle at markets, consider local cuisine and street food.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

sightseeing

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

sightseeing

Sfax is a commercial port town with historical sites.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Sfax

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Sfax

Cash is widely accepted, credit cards are less common. Splitting the bill and rounding up to the nearest dinar is common.

internet situation

meh Speed

Average download/upload speeds

great Availability

Widespread availability across the city

great Cellular

Strong cellular coverage in both urban and rural areas

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

Heavy traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Purring through ancient alleyways, curious cats delight in Sfax's colorful souks. Plenty of fishy delights await!

With lazy paws stretched out, cats doze amidst lush olive groves. Tunisia's second city is a feline-friendly paradise.

Things to do

The mainstream

🗼
Bab Jebli
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Museum of Popular Traditions
🐾
Thyna Beach
🙏
The Great Mosque of Sfax
🏛️
Dar Jellouli Museum

The mainstream

🗼
Bab Jebli

A historical monument and landmark in Sfax. Climb to the top for a stunning view of the city and the sea. Meowgnificent! 🏞️🌇😸

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🏺
Museum of Popular Traditions

A quirky museum showcasing the everyday life of Sfax citizens in the past. Cat learn about ancient farming tools, pottery, and even a traditional barber shop. 🎒🍳✂️

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🐾
Thyna Beach

A pawfect spot for sunbathing, swimming, or taking a long walk by the Mediterranean Sea. The water is cool and refreshing, cat will love it! 🏖️😎🌊

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🙏
The Great Mosque of Sfax

One of the largest and oldest mosques in Tunisia. Meowvel at its beautiful architecture and intricate details. 🕌😻🌙

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🏛️
Dar Jellouli Museum

A beautiful traditional house showcasing the history of Sfax. Cat learn about traditional clothing, furniture, and crafts. 🏠🎨🐾

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Off the beaten path

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Souk Jara
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Sfax Archaeological Museum
🐱
Dar Al-Sultan
😻
Dar Jallouli Museum
🐾
Borj Ennar

Off the beaten path

🐈
Souk Jara

In the heart of the medina, cats can wander around this traditional market. Mosaics, embroidery, spices, and sweets, they can find everything they need for a perfect afternoon! 🛍️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

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🦁
Sfax Archaeological Museum

Cats that love history should visit this museum. It presents the history of the region, from the Phoenician times to the Islamic era, through Roman and Punic remains. 🏛️🐾

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🐱
Dar Al-Sultan

This traditional palace located in the medina was built in the 17th century. It was restored and converted into a museum where cats can admire the splendid Tunisian crafts. 🕌🎁

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😻
Dar Jallouli Museum

A hidden gem for cat art lovers. This 18th century house turned museum has a collection of magnificent traditional Tunisian tiles and ceramics. 🎨🏡

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🐾
Borj Ennar

Cats can see everything from this fort located in the city center. It offers a nice view of the medina, especially at sunset! 🏰🌅

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

Heavy traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

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