Ideal for travellers short on time
Best of Algiers

Overview

Explore the vibrant capital of Algeria, Algiers, a city steeped in history, culture, and architectural marvels. This one-day tour will take you through iconic landmarks, Ottoman-era treasures, and modern symbols of Algeria's heritage. Walk through the cobbled streets of the Kasbah, marvel at the grandeur of the Notre Dame d'Afrique, and relax in the serene Botanical Garden of El Hamma. This tour combines history, culture, and scenic beauty for an unforgettable experience.

Tour Highlights

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Tour Plan. This is a typical itinerary for this tour
  • Stop At: Basilique Notre Dame d'Afrique

    We start our tour by  visiting the beautiful Church of Notre Dame d'Afrique that dominates the long bay above Bab El Oued and it offers a beautiful view and it has a fine ecclesiastical architecture.

    Duration: 1 hour

     

  • Stop At: Kasbah of Algiers, Algiers Algeria

    Our next bet will be the old 10th century city known as the Kasbah "The Citadelle" where you are going to walk on the cobbled narrow streets and explore the complex houses, palaces and mosques dating back to the Ottoman period.

    Duration: 1 hour

     

  • Stop At: Ketchaoua Mosque

    We reach one of the most preserved Ottoman mosques of the lower Casbah and the first great building many people see, the 17th century Ketchaoua Mosque.

    Duration: 30 minutes

     

  • Stop At: The Palais des Rais

    We move again to one of the most important, prestigious and historical monuments of Algiers, Bastion 23 Palace which is located in front of the sea. It is a set of three palaces (17, 18 and 23) and you are going to discover the historical aspect and enjoy roaming through secret rooms inside it.

    Duration: 1 hour

  • Stop At: Algiers port

    We head past the mosque of the Fishermen and walk along the Seafront facing the sea. It just reminds you instantly of the port of Marseille with colorful small vessels and you will also find a set of beautiful European buildings.

    Duration: 30 minutes

  • Stop At: Boulevard Des Martyrs, El Madania

    We make our way to the downtown just off the main road of the Martyr's Square where you can see a large modern mosque in vivid yellow colour and an ex-colonial church.

    Duration: 30 minutes

  • Stop At: La Grande Poste d'Alger

    We walk past the most colossal building of the downtown, Grand Post office which is a fine example of French-designed, early 20th-century Moorish architecture.

    Duration: 30 minutes

  • Stop At: Le Jardin d'Essai du Hamma

    After finishing up with the busy downtown, we head to one of the most inviting places in Algiers, the Botanical Garden of El Hamma, a large garden dedicated to the collection and preservation of a wide range of plants, gigantic trees and a central area with fountains and lawns. It's a great area to escape the heat and relax.

    Duration: 1 minute

  • Stop At: Memorial du Martyr

    Our next stop will be the landmark and the most imposing 92-meter-tall Monument to the Martyrs, situated on a hill and overlooking the whole city and apparent from different angles of Algiers. You will get a pretty great shot from a certain vantage point.

    Duration: 1 hour

  • You'll return to the starting point