10 Free Things to do in Algiers That You Shouldn't Miss

September 14, 2021 Major Galusha

Nestled between the Mediterranean and the steep, forested hills that form its backdrop, Algiers is a city whose rich history can be seen in its architecture, from its Moorish mosques, Ottoman-style palaces and the Kasbah, a designated UNESCO World Heritage site, to its Berber fortifications, French colonial houses and modern boulevards. The city is home to numerous attractions, including the Great Mosque, the National Library, Martyrs Square, the Bardo Museum and multiple monuments and forts.
Restaurants in Algiers

1. Kasbah of Algiers

Algiers Algeria https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/565
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4.5 based on 436 reviews

Kasbah of Algiers

The upper old part of Algiers has interesting Moorish houses, minarets and old citadel.

Reviewed By KristiDNYC - New York City, United States

Many people say that you can't walk alone in the Kasbah, but that's not true. In the daytime, you can walk freely and explore on your own. Just keep your wits about you and turn back if you feel uncomfortable. It's such a shame that the government has let these beautiful buildings crumble. Several older people came up to us and said, "You should have visited a long time ago, it used to be so beautiful here,."

2. Basilique Notre Dame d'Afrique

Rue de Zighara, Algiers 16070 Algeria +213 23 15 4019 [email protected] http://www.notre-dame-afrique.org
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4.5 based on 703 reviews

Basilique Notre Dame d'Afrique

Basilica in Algiers overlooking the bay of the capital city. Completed in 1872, this splendid building of neo-bysantine architecture is ornately decorated in the inside in the Spanish-Moorish decor. Unique in its genre, it is probably one of the only churches in the world where the invocation to the Virgin Mary, Our Lady of Africa reads "Notre Dame d'Afrique, priez pour nous et pour les musulmans - Our Lady of Africa, pray for us and for Muslims". It is dear to the Algerian people who see it as 'their' church. PLEASE NOTE - Appropriate dress required to enter the Basilica

Reviewed By RashidSultan - Madison, United States

Beautiful church. Drive here isn’t easy. Views from the church are spectacular. Worth the visit. It isn’t open all day. They do have a gift shop. They have regular service if you want to attend check with the church. Parking is free and plenty. You’re only allowed to take pictures when you enter the church from inside from that point you cannot take anymore pictures.

3. Villa Abd-el-Tif

Rue du Dr Laveran, Algiers 16005 Algeria http://www.facebook.com/pages/Villa-Abd-el-Tif/212491255545037
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Villa Abd-el-Tif

4. Ketchaoua Mosque

Algiers 16000 Algeria
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4.5 based on 62 reviews

Ketchaoua Mosque

5. La Grande Poste d'Alger

Rue Ben M'hidi Larbi, Algiers 16000 Algeria
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4.0 based on 363 reviews

La Grande Poste d'Alger

Reviewed By 594mq - Vienna, Austria

It was in a local neighborhood with many traditional cafes and stores But the building was closed and it was not possible to visit it easily because of the police there

6. Jamaa El Jedid

Place des Martyrs, Algiers 16000 Algeria
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4.0 based on 35 reviews

Jamaa El Jedid

7. Memorial du Martyr

Boulevard Khalifa Oulmane, Algiers Algeria +213 797 46 50 24 http://www.oref.dz
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4.0 based on 515 reviews

Memorial du Martyr

Reviewed By ksarman - Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar

I did a small stop ???? ver in Alger Between 2 flights I met a super good driver at international airport who drop me here The view on Alger bay is stunning The Monument is lighted on different color There is a lot of locals who walk around Nice place good vibes but impossible to go under, pity when you are an Instagramer

8. Jamaa El Kebir

Rue de la Marines, Algiers Algeria
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4.0 based on 25 reviews

Jamaa El Kebir

9. La Rue Didouche Mourad

La Rue Didouche Mourad, Algiers 16002 Algeria +213 553 27 64 82
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4.0 based on 249 reviews

La Rue Didouche Mourad

Reviewed By CharlotteDWG

This street is always very busy as it's full of shops and restaurants. The Aladdin is a good snack bar for a quick lunch. The Lalla Mina restaurant is chic, very clean and good quality.

10. Cathedrale du Sacre Coeur

Rue Didouche Mourad, Algiers Algeria
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4.0 based on 59 reviews

Cathedrale du Sacre Coeur

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