Mid-Range Travel Guide: Algiers

Accommodation

$45-90 per night

Mid-range hotels, boutique guesthouses, private rooms with ensuite bathrooms, central locations

Food & Dining

$25-50 per day

Mix of local restaurants, hotel breakfasts, traditional Algerian cuisine, occasional international dining

Transportation

$12-25 per day

Combination of taxis, ride-sharing, occasional private transfers, some public transport

Activities

$20-45 per day

Guided city tours, museum entries, cultural sites, day trips to nearby attractions

Eat at local neighborhood restaurants instead of tourist areas, typically 40-60% cheaper

Use public transportation and metro system instead of taxis for 70-80% savings on transport costs

Visit free attractions like public parks, beaches, and architectural sites to reduce activity costs

Stay in accommodations outside the immediate city center for 30-50% lower rates

Shop at local markets and street vendors for meals and snacks, usually 50-70% less than restaurants

Book accommodations directly with properties to avoid booking platform fees of 10-20%

Travel during shoulder seasons for 20-40% savings on accommodation rates

Relying solely on taxis and private transport instead of learning the public system, typically costs 3-4x more

Eating exclusively in tourist-oriented areas near major attractions, usually 100-150% markup over local prices

Not researching free cultural sites and activities, missing opportunities to reduce daily activity costs by 60-80%

Booking last-minute accommodations during peak periods, often paying 50-100% premium over advance bookings