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A plaza with a large open space, a statue, and surrounding buildings. 1
A modern building with a unique facade, a tall tower, and a plaza with people and trees. 2
An interior of a church with a large chandelier, arched ceilings, and religious murals. 3
A modern building with a 'tring' sign, a mosque with minarets, and a mountain in the background. 4
A cityscape with a central square, surrounding buildings, and distant mountains. 5
By MaaX Tours ALBANIA

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is €8 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • In French, Italian, English, with a passionate local guide, covering history, religions...
    • The city, its architecture, its soul, its architecture.
    • A journey back in time, and a testament to the evolution of the country.
    • Ideal tour, at the beginning or end of your stay, with answers to your practical questions.
    • Ask questions about history, religion, food... about EVERYTHING.

Activity location

    • Tirana
    • Tirana, Tirana County, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Sheshi Skënderbej, Tiranë, Albania | Next to the statue of the national hero Skënderbej, opposite the National Museum.
    • Tiranë, Qarku i Tiranës, Albania

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

English-Speaking Guide

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€8.49 x 1 Adult€8.49
Total
Price is €8.49

Guide in Italian

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • Italian
Language options: Italian
Price details
€8.49 x 1 Adult€8.49
Total
Price is €8.49

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    A guided tour of the city centre in Tirana, covering the historical and evolving aspects of the city.
  • Inclusions
    Guides in FRENCH, ITALIAN, and ENGLISH who are passionate about history and their country.
  • Inclusions
    Panoramic tours of Tirana's main monuments and sights.
  • Inclusions
    Answers to your practical questions
  • Inclusions
    Ask questions and come in large numbers!!!!
  • Exclusions
    Any consumption of local products (ice cream, coffee, etc.)

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs
    • Not suitable for: People over 95 years
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Tour start time

    • Skënderbej Square, architecture and historical aspects.
    • Opera House, National Museum of History, evolution of architecture in the capital

    Et'hem Bey Mosque
    *Visit inside

    Bunk'Art 2
    *Overview and historical aspects

    Tirana Castle
    *Tour and historical aspects

    The Grand Mosque of Tirana
    *Visit inside, modern frescoes inside

    Tirana Catholic Cathedral
    *Visit inside

    The Pyramid

    • Architecture, history and evolution of this iconic Tirana monument, visit inside

    The Prime Minister's Office and the Albanian Parliament
    *Outside tour and explanations

    Tirana's new stadium and the open library

    • Explanations and architectural features

    The communist checkpoint
    *Facilities related to the communist regime

    Blloku district
    *Historical aspects and developments of the district.
    Information about places to visit in this iconic district of Tirana.

    The Orthodox Cathedral
    *Visit inside, frescoes, and modern architecture

    The Museum of Secret Surveillance

    • In other words, the Museum of the Albanian Secret Police, with an outdoor tour, history, explanations, and the role of the secret police in the Communist regime.

    End of tour:

    Drop-off at the point of origin. We return to the central square “Skënderbej”

    Discussions and answers to your practical questions.

Location

Activity location

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    • Tirana
    • Tirana, Tirana County, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Sheshi Skënderbej, Tiranë, Albania | Next to the statue of the national hero Skënderbej, opposite the National Museum.
    • Tiranë, Qarku i Tiranës, Albania
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Sheshi Skënderbej, Tiranë, Albania | Next to the statue of the national hero Skënderbej, opposite the National Museum.
    • Tiranë, Qarku i Tiranës, Albania