Malak Guelil – local private tour Guide in Oran, Algeria
First visit: 23 October 2025
Last visit: 25 October 2025
Oran, Algeria
العربية (native), English, French,
22
since 2022
Tailored to You
This itinerary can be fully personalized to suit your interests. Whether you're into architecture, food, music, or history—we’ll craft your perfect Oran experience.
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
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
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 –
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
Savor a freshly prepared local sandwich filled with spiced chickpeas, paired with a refreshing glass of seasonal juice. Whether enjoyed in a lively market stall or a charming local café, this simple yet authentic meal offers a true taste of Oran.
Bullfighting Arena
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 Though no longer active, its bold circular form stands as a vivid reminder of Oran’s colonial past.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 & Les 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.
Hello , My name is Malak and I'm a tour guide of the city of Oran.
Born and raised in this beautiful city, I was always passionated about discovering more of its history , architecture and unique culture and I love showing that to people of different parts of the world.
Embark with me on journey through time where we'll see different eras that marked the city, and have memorable souvenirs and exchanges together !
Born and raised in this beautiful city, I was always passionated about discovering more of its history , architecture and unique culture and I love showing that to people of different parts of the world.
Embark with me on journey through time where we'll see different eras that marked the city, and have memorable souvenirs and exchanges together !
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