Getting Around
Metered licensed taxis are the most common form of transport for travellers, and are hailed directly off the street or found at taxi stands. Municipal buses and trams operate in Algiers, but aren't as popular with tourists. A Metro system opened in 2011 and has 19 stations throughout the city.
Car hire is available from the airport or through a hotel, though driving can be a hair-raising experience because of local driving conditions. Central Algiers is quite easily navigated on foot, with movement in the Casbah largely restricted to pedestrians; a four-wheel drive vehicle is essential when driving outside Algiers. Public ferries also operate from Algiers to other main coastal towns, including Ghazaouet, Oran, Annaba and Bejaia.
Airports
Algiers Airport
The airport is located 11 miles (18km) southeast of Algiers.