Rais palace, Algiers

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Rais palace is a place located in Algiers (Alger province) and belongs to the category of forts and castles.

It is situated at an altitude of 39 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 36°47'18"N latitude and 3°3'50"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Rais palace is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Place des Martyrs (bus, 5 min walk), Place des Martyrs (metro, 6 min walk), Algiers (ferry, 18 min walk), Algiers (train, 16 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Palais des Raïs (museum, 1 min walk), Ali Bitchin Mosque (mosque, 4 min walk), Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions (museum, 6 min walk).

Coordinates: 36°47'18"N, 3°3'50"E

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باب الوادى دائرة (قصبة‎)Algiers Algeria

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Rais palace – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: La Grande Poste, Notre Dame d'Afrique, Djamaa Ben farès, Ketchaoua Mosque.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rais palace?

Nearby attractions include Palais des Raïs, Algiers (1 min walk), Ali Bitchin Mosque, Algiers (4 min walk), Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions, Algiers (6 min walk), Great Mosque of Algiers, Algiers (6 min walk).

How to get to Rais palace by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rais palace:

Bus

Place des Martyrs • Lines: 06, 101, 113, 12, 38, 45, 46, 50, 58, 72, 74, 90, 98, 99 (5 min walk)
ساحة الشهداء (6 min walk)

Metro

Place des Martyrs • Lines: L1 (6 min walk)
Ali Boumendjel • Lines: L1 (17 min walk)

Ferry

Algiers (18 min walk)
Alger • Lines: الجزائر - Marseille (22 min walk)

Train

Algiers (16 min walk)