Constantine City Tour – A Journey Through the City of Bridges

From €140.00

Experience the Constantine City Tour: a full-day guided journey through Algeria’s dramatic “City of Bridges,” from Ottoman palaces and vibrant markets to iconic mosques and breathtaking gorges.

Trip Type
Archaeological Tours, City Tours, Cultural & Historical Immersion, Private Guided Tour
Activities
Hiking, Private Guided Tours
Group Size
No size limit - No size limit
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Locations
Coanstantine , Eastern Algeria
Trip Duration
8 Hour(s)

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Trip code WT-CODE 19566

Step into Constantine – the legendary “City of Bridges” – and uncover its unique blend of history, architecture, and dramatic landscapes. This full-day guided tour takes you through soaring bridges, vibrant markets, Ottoman palaces, and panoramic viewpoints suspended above the Rhumel Gorge. From the colonial boulevards to the sacred Emir Abdelkader Mosque, every stop reveals another layer of Constantine’s rich identity. Blending heritage, culture, and breathtaking scenery, this experience offers the perfect introduction to one of Algeria’s most remarkable cities.

Discover Constantine, the “City of Bridges,” on a captivating full-day tour. Explore historic landmarks, cross dizzying bridges, ride the cable car, wander colorful markets, and step inside Ottoman palaces and world-class museums. With dramatic views at every turn, this journey reveals Constantine as a city balanced between sky and stone, tradition and modernity.

Itineraries

Start

Your adventure begins at 9:00 AM, when your local expert guide greets you in the hotel lobby. From the very first steps, Constantine unfolds before you as a city unlike any other — suspended between sky and stone, history and legend.

Morning Stroll Through Constantine’s Heart

We start with a leisurely walk through the historic center, where colonial-era boulevards meet ancient alleyways. As your guide shares stories of Numidian kings, Roman conquerors, Ottoman rulers, and French builders, you’ll feel the city’s layered identity come alive.

Our stroll leads us to the city’s most iconic landmark: the Sidi M’Cid Bridge. Suspended 175 meters above the Rhumel Gorge, this engineering marvel offers sweeping views of Constantine’s dramatic cliffs and cascading waterfalls — a perfect place to pause, breathe, and capture unforgettable photos.

Just uphill stands the Monument of the Dead, a solemn memorial to the heroes of World War I. From its hilltop perch, the entire city stretches out below, framed by bridges and gorges in every direction.

Floating Over the Gorges

Next, we meet our driver for a short transfer to the cable car station. Gliding above the ravines, we take in Constantine from an entirely new perspective — the bridges soaring beneath us, the houses clinging to cliff edges, the bustling streets flowing with life. This is Constantine in motion: past and present bound together by gravity-defying views.

Market Life & Ottoman Splendor

Back on solid ground, we dive into Constantine’s central market, a kaleidoscope of color and fragrance. Fresh produce, aromatic spices, and traditional crafts overflow from the stalls, while the rhythm of daily life pulses around us.

From here, we step into a different era at the Ahmed Bey Palace. With its mosaics, arches, courtyards, and serene gardens, this Ottoman jewel evokes the grandeur of “One Thousand and One Nights.” Every corner whispers stories of power, refinement, and cultural exchange.

A Taste of Constantine

For lunch, we pause at Kaâdat Zman, a restaurant where tradition lives on in every dish. We savor regional specialties like chakhchoukha, rfis, and couscous, prepared with recipes passed down through generations. Sweet baklawa and mint tea round out the meal — not just a taste, but a journey into Constantine’s culinary heritage.

The Bridges Circuit

In the afternoon, we embark on the famous Bridges Circuit, the heartbeat of the “City of Bridges.”

At the Bridge of the Falls, we witness the dramatic fusion of stone cliffs, gushing waters, and cave formations.
Beneath Sidi M’Cid Bridge, we pause for what many consider the most breathtaking view in Constantine — a vision of caves, arches, and the cable car drifting above.
Crossing the El Kantara Bridge, one of the city’s historic gateways, we then step onto the Mellah Slimane Footbridge, a thrilling passage suspended above the gorge.
Finally, we arrive at the sleek Saleh Bey Viaduct, a symbol of modern Constantine, where past and present bridges stand in striking contrast.

Constantine’s Treasures

Our journey continues at the Cirta Museum, a cultural treasure chest where mosaics, sculptures, coins, and artifacts trace Constantine’s story from prehistoric origins to the French colonial era. Each gallery reveals another chapter of the city’s millennia-old saga.

We end with a visit to the Emir Abdelkader Mosque, one of Algeria’s most magnificent landmarks. Its soaring minarets, exquisite calligraphy, and grand interior decorations embody the spiritual and architectural soul of modern Constantine.

End of Tour

As the day draws to a close, your guide ensures a smooth transfer back to your hotel or directly to Constantine Airport. You leave with more than just memories — you carry with you the essence of a city that lives between sky and stone, where history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes converge in unforgettable harmony.

Professional, English-speaking local guide
Private transportation (air-conditioned vehicle)
Hotel pick-up and drop-off (or airport transfer)
Entrance fees to monuments and museums (Ahmed Bey Palace, Cirta Museum, Emir Abdelkader Mosque, etc.)
Cable car ride over Constantine’s gorges
Lunch at a traditional restaurant (regional specialties)
Bottled water during the tour