What to See and Do in Algiers: 7 Must-Sees
Palaces of the Casbah, a basilica above the bay, a world-class museum and a monument to independence: seven places not to miss in the Algerian capital.
Algeria travel blog
Practical advice and stories from our guides to help you plan the trip.
Saharan Wildlife: Which Animals Can You Observe in the Desert?
The Sahara looks empty, but it is home to gazelles, fennecs, Barbary sheep and many birds. Here is what you may spot on a desert trip — and how to spot it.
Why Choose the Tadrart Rouge for Your Desert Immersion?
Red dunes that change colour with the sun, natural arches and thousands of prehistoric engravings: the Tadrart Rouge is the Sahara as you have always imagined it.
The 12 best places to visit in Algeria
From the painted canyons of the Tassili to the bridges of Constantine and the red oasis of Timimoun: twelve places that show the full range of Algeria.
What to See in the Fortified City of Ghardaïa?
Pyramid-shaped towns around their mosques, a busy souk, carpets and palm gardens: a guide to Ghardaïa and the ksour of the M'zab Valley.
Why Choose Algeria for Your Next Holiday?
Africa's largest country is still largely untouched by mass tourism. Here is why travellers who discover Algeria want to come back.
The complete travel guide to Algeria
Everything you need to know to plan a first trip to Algeria: where to go, when, how to get a visa, how to get around, what it costs on the ground and how to travel respectfully.
When is the best time to visit the Algerian Sahara?
October to April is desert season, but each month has its own character. Here is how to choose.
Reading the rock art of Tassili n'Ajjer
Giraffes, cattle herds, "round heads" and chariots: a short guide to the periods painted on the plateau.