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Self-Guided Audio Tour of Tirana’s Communist Legacy

By VoiceMap Audio Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is €6 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 45m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Experience Albania's fascinating history on this self-guided audio tour through Tirana's vibrant streets. This walking tour takes you from Skanderbeg Square past Ottoman mosques, communist-era landmarks, and modern attractions. You'll explore the Et'hem Bey Mosque, marvel at the controversial Pyramid of Tirana, and discover the House of Leaves Museum's surveillance secrets. Walk through the once-forbidden Block District, climb “The Cloud” art installation, and stroll along tree-lined boulevards. Learn about King Zog, Enver Hoxha's brutal regime, and Albania's journey from isolation to reinvention as you encounter diverse architecture spanning centuries of complex history.

Activity location

  • Makina me qira Tirana001
    • Sheshi Skënderbej
    • Tiranë, Tirana County, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Makina me qira Tirana001
    • Sheshi Skënderbej
    • Tiranë, Tirana County, Albania

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Self-Guided Audio Tour of Tirana’s Communist Legacy in English
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 45 minutes1h 45m
    1h 45m
  • Opening hours: Tue 00:00-23:59
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€6.06 x 1 Adult€6.06
Total
Price is €6.06

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • What's includedWhat's included
    App for Android and iOS
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Smartphone and headphones
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and Drink
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transport

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Skanderbeg Square (Pass by)
You'll stand in Tirana's main square, surrounded by colourful government buildings and the iconic equestrian statue of national hero Skanderbeg. Experience the bustling heart of Albania's capital where locals gather and major events unfold.
National Theatre of Opera, Ballet and Folk Ensamble (Pass by)
You'll admire the elegant neoclassical facade of Albania's premier cultural venue, built during the communist era. Marvel at this architectural centrepiece that continues to host world-class performances in the city centre.
Et'hem Bej Mosque (Pass by)
You'll see one of Tirana's most beautiful Ottoman landmarks, featuring intricate frescoes and delicate minarets dating back to the late 18th century. Explore this rare survivor of Albania's communist-era campaign against religious buildings.
The Clock Tower Of Tirana (Pass by)
You'll spot the distinctive 35-meter tower that has watched over the city since 1822, offering panoramic views from its top. Climb this Ottoman-era timekeeper that serves as one of Tirana's most recognisable symbols.
House of Leaves Museum (Pass by)
You'll encounter the former headquarters of Albania's secret police, now transformed into a haunting museum about communist surveillance. Walk through exhibits that reveal how the regime monitored its citizens' every move.
Resurrection of Christ Orthodox Cathedral (Pass by)
You'll discover Albania's largest Orthodox church, completed in 2012 with stunning frescoes and modern architectural elements. Experience this symbol of religious revival after decades of enforced atheism.
Pyramid of Tirana (Pass by)
You'll find the controversial concrete structure originally built as Enver Hoxha's mausoleum, now serving as a climbing spot for adventurous locals. Explore this brutalist monument that perfectly captures Albania's complex relationship with its communist past.
Reja "The Cloud" (Pass by)
You'll encounter Japanese architect Sou Fujimoto's striking white steel installation at the National Gallery of Arts, resembling a geometric cloud. Climb this interactive art piece that offers unique views over the gallery's courtyard.
Rinia Park (Pass by)
You'll stroll through Tirana's beloved green space, filled with walking paths, cafes, and families enjoying leisure time. Enjoy this peaceful oasis in the city centre where locals escape urban life.
Mehmet Shehu‘s former villa (Pass by)
You'll pass the former residence of Albania's second-most powerful communist leader, now converted into offices. Walk by this symbol of the elite's privileged lifestyle during the communist era.
Parliament of Albania (Pass by)
You'll see the seat of Albanian democracy, housed in a modern building that represents the country's post-communist political transformation. Marvel at this centre of power where Albania's future is debated.
Mosque of Namazgah (Pass by)
You'll visit one of Tirana's newer mosques, built to serve the capital's growing Muslim population. Experience the peaceful atmosphere of this contemporary religious site that reflects Albania's diverse spiritual landscape.

Location

Activity location

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    Makina me qira Tirana001
    • Sheshi Skënderbej
    • Tiranë, Tirana County, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Makina me qira Tirana001
    • Sheshi Skënderbej
    • Tiranë, Tirana County, Albania

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