Oran: The absolute everything of El Bahia with a local

Meeting Point: Place du 1er Novembre
Begin in the heart of Oran, surrounded by the Town Hall, the Winged Victory statues, and the Baroque Theater. This lively square blends French elegance with Algerian spirit—an ideal introduction to the city’s charm.

Rosa el Cazar Fortress & Bey’s Palace (Exterior)
Head uphill to the mighty Rosa el Cazar, a 16th-century Spanish fortress overlooking the city. From its ramparts, view the Bey’s Palace, once the residence of Ottoman governors. Though under restoration, its elegant facade tells stories of power, prestige, and palace life.

Old Town Discovery – Between Mosques & Gardens
Wander through the historic Sidi El Houari quarter. See the Pacha Mosque, stroll the peaceful Letang Garden, and admire architecture that blends Ottoman curves with French touches. This area reveals Oran’s multicultural soul at every turn.

Santa Cruz Fortress & Chapel – Views Above the City
We ascend to the Fort of Santa Cruz and its neighboring chapel. From this iconic site, enjoy sweeping views of the bay, city, and port below. It’s a moment of calm and awe—history and nature meet at the top.

Lunch Break – Flavors of Oran
Enjoy a meal of local specialties: chorba, grilled sardines, fresh kesra, and sweet pastries. Whether in a cozy café or a market stall, this is Oran on a plate.

Bullfighting Arena – A Spanish Echo
Stop at the former bullring, once a center of Spanish cultural life. Though no longer active, its bold circular form stands as a vivid reminder of Oran’s colonial past.

Oran Train Station
Admire the 1905 Train Station, where Neo-Moorish design meets colonial detail. Its colorful tiles and arches recall the elegance of a golden era of travel.

Optional: Yves Saint Laurent’s Home
A quick exterior stop at the childhood home of fashion icon Yves Saint Laurent, who spent part of his youth in Oran

Boulevard de la Soumam – Haussmann in Oran
Stroll past Haussmann-style buildings and the café where Albert Camus may have drafted scenes from The Plague. Oran inspired his reflections on life and resilience.

Ex-Synagogue & Cathedral – Sacred Spaces
View the former Synagogue, now a mosque, and the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, now a library. These buildings reflect Oran’s diverse religious history and architectural elegance

Disco Maghreb & Maghreb Square
Visit Disco Maghreb, where the roots of Raï music took shape. The nearby Maghreb Square buzzes with daily life and modern rhythm.

Bastille Market & Less Arcade – Oran in Motion
Experience the colors, sounds, and smells of Bastille Market. Then pass through Less Arcade, a colonial-era corridor full of local energy.

Albert Camus’ House & Seafront Stroll
See the house where Camus spent part of his youth. End with a walk by the sea, where Oran glows in the golden light of sunset—a perfect finale.

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