For a unique experience, ring the bell of this late-18th-century dar and ask for a tour and tea (10DT). The friendly multilingual young women working here will outline the history of the house and show you around. At the end of the tour, tea and biscuits are served on the rooftop, which has magnificent views over the medina.
Dar Hassine Allani
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