About Oran
Oran is one of Algeria's major cities, home to around 803,329 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Oran
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Santa Cruz Fort
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Santa Cruz chapel
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Sacred Heart Cathedral of Oran
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Hassan Pasha Mosque
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Oran zoo
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Abdellah Ben Salem Mosque
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Bey's Palace
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Ahmed Zabana National Museum
Budget travel
Free things to do in Oran
Sacred Heart Cathedral of Oran
Hassan Pasha Mosque
Abdellah Ben Salem Mosque
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Santa Cruz Fort
- Visit Santa Cruz chapel
- Visit Sacred Heart Cathedral of Oran
- Eat at Le Royaume du Couscous
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Hassan Pasha Mosque
- Visit Oran zoo
- Visit Abdellah Ben Salem Mosque
- Eat at Les Ambassadeurs
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Bey's Palace
- Visit Ahmed Zabana National Museum
- Eat at Restaurant le Corsaire
Where to eat
Local favourites
Le Royaume du Couscous
Many types of couscous as well as starters and desserts.
Les Ambassadeurs
Serves Mediterranean cuisine, located at the Royal Hotel.
Restaurant le Corsaire
Located in the old town.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Le Raja Hotel
Sarl Hotel El-mansour
The best among budget hotels in the town. Friendly staff, clean, shared bathroom, hot shower, air conditioning.
Hotel Residence Le Timgad
A 4-star hotel in the centre of the town, free wifi, breakfast, nice and big room with western standard facility. the only small problem is
Hotel Colombe
Le Meridien Oran Hotel & Convention Center
Situated on a high cliff with a stunning view over the Mediterranean Sea and the city centre of Oran. The hotel will form part of a larger c
Shopping
- Es-Senia Shopping & Leisure Center
Museums & culture
- Sacred Heart Cathedral of Oran
- Hassan Pasha Mosque
- Abdellah Ben Salem Mosque
- Bey's Palace
- Ahmed Zabana National Museum
In pictures
Oran gallery
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