Dar Mustapha Pacha, Algiers

Name: Dar Mustapha Pacha
Address: Rue Aoua Abdelkader, Algiers, 16000, Algeria
Telephone: +213 21 43 92 29

#34 among attractions in Algiers

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Dar Mustapha Pacha is a Moorish palace, located in the Casbah of Algiers, Algiers, Algeria. It houses the National Museum of Miniatures, Illumination and Calligraphy. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1799 (225 years ago)Coordinates: 36°47'9"N, 3°3'39"E

Address

Rue Aoua Abdelkaderباب الوادى دائرة (قصبة‎)Algiers 16000 Algeria

Contact

+213 21 43 92 29

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Dar Mustapha Pacha open?

Dar Mustapha Pacha is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday closed
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Dar Mustapha Pacha?

Nearby attractions include National Library of Algeria, Algiers (1 min walk), Dar Hassan Pacha, Algiers (1 min walk), Ketchaoua Mosque, Algiers (2 min walk), Dar Aziza, Algiers (2 min walk).

How to get to Dar Mustapha Pacha by public transport?

The nearest stations to Dar Mustapha Pacha:

Metro

Place des Martyrs • Lines: L1 (3 min walk)
Ali Boumendjel • Lines: L1 (11 min walk)

Bus

Place des Martyrs • Lines: 06, 101, 113, 12, 38, 45, 46, 50, 58, 72, 74, 90, 98, 99 (4 min walk)
ساحة الشهداء (4 min walk)

Ferry

Algiers (14 min walk)
Alger • Lines: الجزائر - Marseille (18 min walk)

Train

Algiers (12 min walk)