2 nights, 3 days
Oran 3-Day Itinerary (2 Nights)
A 3-day route through Oran 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
The whole route at a glance
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DAY 1
Around Abdallah Ibn Salam Mosque · Temples & religious sites·Culture & venues
Directions in Google Maps-
MorningAbdallah Ibn Salam Mosque
Temples & religious sites
A mosque in downtown Oran that once served as the largest synagogue in Africa. It's a place to see how religious architecture has changed over time.
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After lunchcathédrale du Sacré-Cœur d'Oran
Temples & religious sites · 0.4 km from the previous stop
This former Catholic cathedral stands on Place Kahina in downtown Oran. Its exotic architecture makes it a pleasant backdrop for a stroll through the city center.
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Afternoonregional theatre of Oran
Culture & venues · 0.5 km from the previous stop
This historic theater sits in the heart of the port city of Oran. Its elegant, old-fashioned building hosts plays and performances worth catching.
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EveningBey's Palace
Castles & palaces · 0.3 km from the previous stop
A palace built in the 18th century during the Ottoman era, once the residence of the Bey who governed Oran. Located in the Sidi El Houari district, it offers a glimpse into the traces of old court life.
DAY 2
Around Hassan Pasha Mosque · Temples & religious sites·Museums & galleries
Directions in Google Maps-
MorningHassan Pasha Mosque
Temples & religious sites
A mosque in Oran, Algeria. It's a lovely stop while strolling through the city to admire the beauty of Islamic architecture.
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After lunchImam el-Houari Mosque
Temples & religious sites · 0 km from the previous stop
A Sunni mosque in downtown Oran, said to be named after a dey who once ruled the region. It's a fine place to explore Oran's Islamic architecture and history.
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AfternoonAhmed Zabana National Museum
Museums & galleries · 1.3 km from the previous stop
This national museum in Oran is named after Ahmed Zabana, a hero of Algeria's independence movement. It's worth a visit for anyone interested in history.
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Eveningmosque of Bey Mohamed el-Kébir
Temples & religious sites · 1.3 km from the previous stop
An 18th-century Ottoman-era mosque in the heart of downtown Oran. Its finely crafted minaret is impressive, making it a nice stop during a walk through the city center.
DAY 3
Around Abdelhamid Ben Badis Mosque · Temples & religious sites·Nature
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MorningAbdelhamid Ben Badis Mosque
Temples & religious sites
A Sunni mosque in Oran completed in 2015, named after the leader of Algeria's Islamic reform movement. It honors his spirit of preserving Algerian identity in the face of French colonial rule.
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AfternoonSt. Mary's Cathedral, Oran
Temples & religious sites · 1.9 km from the previous stop
A Roman Catholic cathedral located in Oran, Algeria. It's a pleasant stop for a quiet moment while wandering the city center.
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EveningGulf of Oran
Nature · 3.3 km from the previous stop
A Mediterranean bay embracing the city of Oran in Algeria. It's a great spot to enjoy sweeping ocean views along the coastline.
Where to stay for this itinerary
Around Abdallah Ibn Salam Mosque, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.
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فندق الساعة
0.1 km
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Assala
0.2 km
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Les Ambassadeurs
0.2 km
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Hotel Dairi
0.3 km
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Le Mont Parnasse
0.3 km · Oran
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Timgad
0.3 km
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Tours & tickets for this itinerary
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