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Algiers 4-Day Itinerary (3 Nights)

A 4-day route through Algiers grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026

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DAY 1

Around Ben Farès Mosque · Temples & religious sites·Shopping & districts

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  1. Morning
    Ben Farès Mosque

    Temples & religious sites

    This mosque stands on Randon Square in the Casbah of Algiers, within the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Casbah district. It can be found amid the historic atmosphere of the old town.

  2. After lunch
    Ketchaoua Mosque

    Temples & religious sites · 0.2 km from the previous stop

    Built in the 17th century during the Ottoman era, this mosque stands atop a steep staircase at the entrance to the UNESCO-listed Casbah district. It showcases a distinctive blend of Moorish and Byzantine architectural styles.

  3. Afternoon
    Safir Mosque

    Temples & religious sites · 0.3 km from the previous stop

    A Moorish-style mosque located in the Casbah medina district of Algiers, built in 1534. It's well worth visiting while strolling through the old town, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

  4. Evening
    Casbah of Algiers

    Shopping & districts · 0.2 km from the previous stop

    The old town of Algiers, a historic quarter founded in 944 under the Zirid dynasty. Its alleyways hold enough historical value to have been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992.

2

DAY 2

Around Djamaa El Kebir of Algiers · Temples & religious sites·Castles & palaces

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  1. Morning
    Djamaa El Kebir of Algiers

    Temples & religious sites

    A mosque in the Casbah district of Algiers, built in 1097 and the oldest in the city. It pairs well with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Casbah area.

  2. After lunch
    Sidi Ramdan Mosque

    Temples & religious sites · 0 km from the previous stop

    A Sunni mosque and mausoleum in the Casbah district of Algiers, completed in the 11th century. As part of the UNESCO World Heritage Casbah, it carries a long history.

  3. Afternoon
    Djamaa al-Djedid

    Temples & religious sites · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    A mosque in Algiers, the capital of Algeria. It's an easy stop to add while exploring the city center.

  4. Evening
    Dar Aziza

    Castles & palaces · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    A 16th-century Moorish-style palace in the Casbah of Algiers, regarded as one of the era's finest examples of architecture. It's now used by an archaeology and heritage preservation institution, and once formed part of the Jenina Palace grounds.

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DAY 3

Around Djamaa El Djazaïr · Temples & religious sites·Nature

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  1. Morning
    Djamaa El Djazaïr

    Temples & religious sites

    A large mosque in Algiers with the world's tallest minaret, standing 37 stories high. It is considered the third-largest Islamic building in the world.

  2. After lunch
    Bay of Algiers

    Nature · 5.4 km from the previous stop

    A Mediterranean bay stretching out before downtown Algiers, its coastline wraps around the city in a striking view. It's a great spot for a walk along the beach while taking in the panorama of Algiers.

  3. Afternoon
    Botanical Garden of Hamma

    Zoos & aquariums · 7.7 km from the previous stop

    This 32-hectare botanical garden in the Mohammed Belouizdad district of Algiers was established in 1832. Its expansive grounds are ideal for a stroll among a wide variety of plants.

  4. Evening
    Yahia Boushaki Neighborhood

    Shopping & districts · 9.3 km from the previous stop

    A residential and commercial area in the Bab Ezzouar district of Algiers, known as Chinatown. It offers a taste of an exotic street atmosphere within the city.

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DAY 4

Around Basilica of Notre-Dame-d'Afrique · Temples & religious sites·Attraction

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  1. Morning
    Basilica of Notre-Dame-d'Afrique

    Temples & religious sites

    A Catholic basilica in Algiers, historically significant as the origin of the "Our Lady of Africa" devotion. Visitors can take in both its interior and exterior in a calm, peaceful atmosphere.

  2. After lunch
    Center of Research in Astronomy, Astrophysics and Geophysics

    Attraction · 1 km from the previous stop

    An observatory on Bouzareah Hill in Algiers, built in the late 19th century. Here you can explore historic astronomical facilities and learn about their history.

  3. Afternoon
    Dey Palace

    Castles & palaces · 2.5 km from the previous stop

    An Ottoman-era palace within the Casbah of Algiers, completed in the 16th century. It was once the second-largest palace in the Ottoman Empire after Istanbul's Topkapi Palace, a testament to its grand scale.

  4. Evening
    Bab El Oued

    Shopping & districts · 0.7 km from the previous stop

    This neighborhood lies along the northern coast of central Algiers. Right on the sea, it's a pleasant spot for a coastal stroll.

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Around Ben Farès Mosque, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.

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