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Algiers rises in white terraces above a wide Mediterranean bay, with an Ottoman-era Casbah, French colonial boulevards and a vast modern mosque.

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Algiers is the capital and largest city of Algeria, built on steep hills that fall to the sea. Its old quarter, the Casbah, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site of stepped lanes and courtyard houses, with the Ketchaoua Mosque near its foot. Below it, boulevards from the French period face the harbour, and the Grande Poste, a white building in Neo-Moorish style, is one of the best-known landmarks.

High above the bay, the Notre-Dame d'Afrique basilica looks out to sea, and the Martyrs' Memorial, three concrete palm leaves around an eternal flame, rises over the city. On the bay's eastern shore the Great Mosque of Algiers holds the tallest minaret in the world. The Jardin d'Essai du Hamma, a botanical garden laid out in the 1830s, is full of tall palms, and the Roman ruins of Tipasa lie westward along the coast.

Couscous is the centrepiece of Algerian cooking, often served with lamb and vegetables, alongside chorba soup, grilled sardines from the bay and makroud, a date-filled semolina pastry soaked in honey. Mint tea and strong coffee fill the cafés. Spring and autumn are the gentlest seasons for climbing the steep streets.

  • Free cancellation on 69% of experiences
  • 4.8 across the top 5

Top experiences in Algiers

Day trips from Algiers

14

Landmarks and attractions in Algiers

8

Guided tours in Algiers

37

Outdoor and adventure activities in Algiers

6

Desert and safari experiences in Algiers

5

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Questions about Algiers

What is there to do in Algiers?
We list 66 experiences in Algiers. The largest groups are city tours (15), day trips (14).
What is the most popular experience in Algiers?
By number of traveller reviews it is ""Best of Algiers city" by Fancyellow", rated 4.9 out of 5 from 114 reviews.
How long do tours and tickets in Algiers take?
The typical experience in Algiers lasts about 7 hours; the middle half run between 4 hours and 48 hours.
Can I cancel a booking in Algiers?
The operator lists free cancellation on 70% of the 66 experiences we hold for Algiers. The cut-off differs by experience and is shown on each product page before you choose a date.

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