Private Tour
BEST Casbah Private Guided tour with a Tasty Traditional Lunch
Overview
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Our guided tour is unique as we are the only ancient master house in the Casbah that provides a unique culinary & cultural experience, you will experience a real traditional lunch / dinner in the most beautiful house in the Casbah Dar El Mahroussa, the access to this house can be done only via us, the traditional food there is cooked with love by the aunties of the house, which gives a special taste that you will not find elsewhere. Our tour guides speak more than 3 languages and they give the real local experience by taking you to the most narrow streets of the Casbah that can't be explored without a local, telling you all the stories and legends of the beautiful Casbah. Dar El Mahroussa is such a beautiful place for a photoshooting session and some instagram posts.
Book a tour with us to discover the Casbah and Dar El Mahroussa the only Master house left in the Casbah.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Casbah Admission
All Fees and Taxes
Tour Companion who speaks English, French and Arabic
Tour Guide who speaks English, French and Arabic
Museum Admission fees
Food & Drink at Dar El Mahroussa fees
Bottled Water
Private transportation
What To Expect
Ketchaoua Mosque
The Ketchaoua Mosque is a mosque in the city of Algiers, the capital of Algeria. It was built during Ottoman rule in the 17th century and is located at the foot of the Casbah of Algiers, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Dar Mustapha Pacha (National Public Museum of Illumination, Miniatures and Calligraphy)
Mustapha Pacha Palace visit, one of the most ancient palaces in the Casbah of Algiers that was transformed into a museum.
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BEST Casbah Tour and Food in Algiers
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic experience - a must!
ruthtb2110,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such a fantastic experience and I’m so grateful I booked it!! The tour felt comprehensive and was really fascinating. We spent about 5 hours weaving through the area, learning the history of the Casbah and Algiers, seeing all the important spots, and having a fantastic lunch ( which was in a family’s beautiful home). Our guide, Yousra, was so great. She is full of knowledge, expertly navigated the streets, seamlessly switched in multiple languages in a group of 7 of us that included small children (who did really well for the whole tour!). She’s wonderful with kids and made the experience excellent for everyone! Also, since I don’t speak French that well, having someone who could help me on my journey afterwards was really nice too (she even took my hand and guided me through the crowds and directly to the metro - haha). :) Highly recommend!!!
Visit the Casbah and its historic streets
Dorothy A,
Apr 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Farah our guide was charming and very interesting. Full of beautiful images and memories! Lunch in the mansion was delicious. I enjoyed it.
Historic tour of the extraordinary Casbah!
Siamso,
Feb 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We visited the Casbah with family accompanied by an extraordinary guide!!! Farah a young girl passionate about the history of Algeria and who passed it on to us with so much emotion... I will keep an unforgettable memory!!! THANK YOU!!! We were also welcomed in the house El Mahroussa for a traditional lunch. A very warm in a traditional decor full of charms! I recommend this excursion!!!
Tour I would recommend
367arranw,
Jan 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting and thorough tour of the Algiers Casbah. Hosted by a knowledgeable and accommodating guide, capped off with a tasty lunch!
Best way to learn the rich history of the casbah of Algiers
Tour00851921577,
Jan 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Noursa was a great guide and very knowledgeable. We learned so about the history of Algiers and visited important landmarks. We enjoyed our tour very much!
Superstar guide + very enlighting tour of Algers Casbah
rociobO4002TP,
Dec 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best City Tour i did in Africa💙 Yousra, my guide, is a superstar! Her energy was contagious, her stories were fascinating, and I was impressed about how much she knows about Algerian history. It was very cool how she connected the past with modern-day life in Algiers. I was traveling alone and ended up in this tour with a small very enjoyable international group of three. We toured the Casbah in English and ate really good traditional Algerian food. The whole 4-hour trip was a blast. 100% recommended! Thank you Yousra for sharing your knowledge, experiences and love for your country! Thanks also for teaching me a lot of Spanish history from the other side of the Mediterranean, it was fresh and enlighting ;)
Casbah
trionag402,
Nov 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting tour of the Casbah with Yousra. She's a fantastic guide with a wealth of information and speaks with such passion and enthusiasm. Fascinating details and stories about the Casbah and it's people and of course all the people that live there today, the conditions are tough, I can only imagine. We enjoyed a delicious Casbah lunch with chicken, white onion sauce and rachta which was beautifully prepared and a lovely thé à la menthe and homemade gateaux. I would highly recommend this tour, you'll learn alot! Saha 💫xx
Great 👍
samirao914,
Aug 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I loved the program and the Top Guide. I recommend having this experience. Do not hesitate to register as a group or solo. I loved sharing this moment with people who were looking to discover the Casbah and its history.
Nice experience
Gianluca P,
Aug 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was pleasantly surprised by this visit because like many people I had heard of the casbah but I had never set foot there, I had no idea that this place had such a rich and charged history, moreover I thank the Guide in passing who brought us many details and historical facts about it. The homestay meal was very good, we had the pleasure of enjoying the rechta and we were very well received, I even had the opportunity to get to know a couple of very friendly visitors during the meal, it was very appreciable. At the end of the visit I had my first name printed in Arabic letters and to wait the Guide offered me tea, which she offered me. I recommend
Immersive + personable tour with Farah. Have your walking shoes ready!
Mark G,
Aug 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an introduction to Algeria! The history and hospitality wowed us and made us want to learn more. Starting off, our flight was delayed and we arrived very late into our hotel. Oh, and we had no luggage. We didn’t want to waste a day with no plans just sitting around, so we booked our tour at 2AM, knowing that we might not even be able to get confirmation Rest assured around 3AM, I received a confirmation on WhatsApp that we were good to go! We made it to the meeting spot and were warmly greeted by Farah. We met promptly at 10 AM and for the next six hours, Farah guided us and shared the history of the different locations. What an amazing mix of stunning views, in-depth stories with a blend of getting a glimpse of the day to day life of locals. A highlight was the lunch. To have someone open their home and provide a delicious lunch of chicken, rice, tea and much more and share their personal history is heart-moving. What I truly appreciated is how Farah went above and beyond for anyone in the tour. It was an extremely hot day, so she made sure everyone was in the shade and had water. If you asked, she would share some personal stories of different locations. She not only is knowledgeable about the history but has a warm caring heart. Remember - since we didn’t have baggage, she even took us after the tour and helped us get a wall charger! Overall, anyone can get history on a location. But to have someone like Farah share the history and keep a group together during a very hot and long day - that takes a special person Tip - if you go during the summer? Make sure to wear shoes since there are lots of steps. Dress cool, have a hat, and make sure to stay hydrated. And don’t forget your camera!
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