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
- Visit Walk along the Corniche
- Eat at Restaurant le Corsaire
Where to eat
Le Royaume du Couscous
Les Ambassadeurs
Restaurant le Corsaire
Where to stay
- Le Raja Hotel
- Sarl Hotel El-mansour
- Hotel Residence Le Timgad
- Hotel Colombe
- Le Meridien Oran Hotel & Convention Center
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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