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Oran: Discover Oran's old and European towns.

By Oran tours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $59 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview
  • Experience the spanish forts
  • be immersed in french architecture
  • walk through the sea front and experience the breeze of the Mediterranean
  • learn the diverse history of the civilisations that went through Oran

Activity location

    • Oran
    • Oran, Oran Province, Algeria

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • P932+86C, Oran, Algeria | I will be on top of the stairs between the two bronze lions
    • Oran, Oran Province, Algeria

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Valid for 8 Hours, Oran: Discover Oran's old and European towns. in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h5h
  • English
Price details
CA $58.70 x 1 AdultCA $58.70

Total
Price is CA $58.70
Until Sat, Jun 8

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedHotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's included Guiding Services
  • What's includedWhat's included Private Transport
  • What's includedWhat's included Admission Tickets
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Embark on a captivating journey through Oran, Algeria's second-largest city, renowned as “The Joyful.” This tour promises a deep dive into the city's diverse culture, blending Spanish Ottoman, and French influences. As we navigate through historic streets, we'll uncover the city's past, exploring monuments, architecture, and local life. Highlights include a visit to the Spanish fort atop the Murdjadjo mountain, a stroll through the old town's streets, and an exploration of the European side of town.

  1. Hotel Pick-Up (9:00 AM) :
    • Begin your day with a convenient pick-up from your hotel.
  2. Grand Mosque of Oran:
    • Explore the Grand Mosque, a significant religious structure built in 2015, highlighting the country's religious importance.
  3. Bullfighting Arena :
    • Visit the Bullfighting Arena, walk inside, and gain insights into the preparation and playing of this traditional sport while following the bull's route.
  4. Mountain Top and Santa Cruz Church :
    • Embark on a journey to the Murdjajo mountain for a sensation of Spanish fortifications.
    • Walk through Santa Cruz Church, enjoying a panoramic view of the city while exploring how it was created because of a miracle.
  5. Lunch :
    • Enjoy a delightful lunch at a local restaurant.
  6. Bey's Palace :
    • Explore Bey's Palace, situated on top of Spanish fortifications, built in 1792, and trace the footsteps of the Ottomans.
  7. Old Town Exploration :
    • Stroll through the old town, visiting the Ottoman Pacha's Mosque, Letang Garden, and the main squares of the French and Spanish sides.
  8. Main Square and Monuments :
    • Continue to the main square (place 1 Novombre), exploring its three monuments - the Town Hall, Winged Victory Statues, and the impressive Baroque-style Theatre.
  9. Ex-Synagogue and Cathedral :
    • witness the Ex-Synagogue from outside a land mark that tells the history of the Jewish people of Oran, and continue to the Cathedral, now a library, with its Romano-Byzantine style, mosaics, and colourful windows.
  10. Maghreb Square and Disco Maghreb :
    • Arrive at Maghreb Square, featuring the eclectic Grand Post and an overlook of La Bastille Market.
    • Explore Disco Maghreb, a music edition house where local Rai songs were produced.
  11. Boulevard de la Soumam :
    • Conclude the day with a stroll along Boulevard de la Soumam, admiring French architecture, notably the Haussmannian style.
  12. Seafront Walk :
    • Finish with a relaxing walk on the seafront, enjoying the refreshing breeze of the Mediterranean Sea.
  13. Return to the Hotel :
    • Head back to your hotel, reflecting on a day filled with cultural exploration and diverse experiences.

Location

Activity location

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    • Oran
    • Oran, Oran Province, Algeria

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • P932+86C, Oran, Algeria | I will be on top of the stairs between the two bronze lions
    • Oran, Oran Province, Algeria