Algiers visitor guide
Practical essentials for visiting Algiers, Algeria. Every fact links to an official or government source.
Some areas of Algeria are under official travel warnings. Check the latest advice before you go. UK FCDO — warnings ↗
Emergency numbers
- Ambulance 1021
- Fire 14
- Police 17 or 1548
Source: UK FCDO — getting help ↗
Getting around
- Algiers Metro and tramway. Official site ↗
- SNTF — suburban and national trains. Official site ↗
Airports
- ALG · Algiers Houari Boumediene — 16 km from the centre (straight line) · Website ↗ · Directions ↗
Distances are straight-line from the city centre; road distance is longer.
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Humidity | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 16°C | 8°C | 76% | 78 mm |
| Feb | 17°C | 8°C | 75% | 49 mm |
| Mar | 19°C | 10°C | 74% | 70 mm |
| Apr | 21°C | 12°C | 74% | 55 mm |
| May | 24°C | 15°C | 74% | 43 mm |
| Jun | 28°C | 18°C | 72% | 11 mm |
| Jul | 31°C | 21°C | 71% | 1 mm |
| Aug | 32°C | 22°C | 72% | 5 mm |
| Sep | 29°C | 20°C | 72% | 21 mm |
| Oct | 26°C | 16°C | 70% | 31 mm |
| Nov | 21°C | 12°C | 73% | 93 mm |
| Dec | 18°C | 9°C | 77% | 63 mm |
comfortable (avg high 32°C or below) · very hot (avg high 38°C or above)
Etiquette & dress
- Follow local dress codes, especially during Ramadan.
- Drinking alcohol or being drunk in public is illegal; most restaurants do not serve alcohol.
- Drones, binoculars, telescopes and some camera gear need authorisation to bring in.
- Carry your passport on longer journeys and internal flights.
Source: UK FCDO — safety and security (laws and cultural differences) ↗
Visas & entry
Entry rules depend on your nationality and change often. Check the official portals before you book.
Currency & tipping
Algerian dinar (DZD). Declare cash over €5,000 (or equivalent) when entering or leaving.
Source: UK FCDO — entry requirements (money) ↗
No official tipping guidance; rounding up or about 10% for good service is common but optional.
Plan your time in Algiers
Facts checked Oct 30, 2026. Always confirm with the official source before you travel.