Dar Hassan Pacha: A Window into Algiers' Past
Explore Dar Hassan Pacha, an 18th-century palace in Algiers' Casbah, showcasing a blend of Moorish and European architectural styles.
Dar Hassan Pacha is an 18th-century palace in the heart of the Casbah of Algiers. Built in 1791 by Hassan III Pasha, it later served as the winter residence for the French Governor of Algiers. The palace showcases a blend of Moorish and Gothic Revival architectural styles, reflecting Algeria's rich cultural history.
A brief summary to Dar Hassan Pacha
- Q3P6+38X, Rue Cheik El KINAI, Casbah, Algiers [El Djazaïr], 16000, DZ
- +213551421462
- Monday 9:30 am-5:30 pm
- Tuesday 9:30 am-5:30 pm
- Wednesday 9:30 am-5:30 pm
- Thursday 9:30 am-5:30 pm
- Saturday 9:30 am-5:30 pm
Local tips
- Visit during the week to avoid weekend crowds and enjoy a more intimate experience.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the Casbah's narrow streets can be uneven and steep.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning views of the Casbah and surrounding areas from the upper levels.
Getting There
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Walking
From the Place des Martyrs, enter the Casbah and follow the winding streets uphill. Continue along Rue Cheik El KINAI until you reach Dar Hassan Pacha, marked by its distinctive architecture. Walking within the Casbah is free.
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Public Transport
From the Algiers Opera House, take Bus #6 towards El Madania. Disembark at the 'Kouba' stop and transfer to Bus #11 towards El-Harrach. Ride until you reach the 'Casbah' stop. Walk through the narrow streets until you reach Rue Cheik El KINAI. A single bus fare costs approximately 50 DZD.
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Taxi
Take a taxi from anywhere in Algiers to Dar Hassan Pacha, Rue Cheik El KINAI, Casbah 16000. Taxis are relatively inexpensive. A short taxi ride within Algiers typically costs between 300-500 DZD.
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