Discover the capital of Albania on a guided walking tour of Tirana. This unforgettable experience will take you through the city's historic centre and hidden gems.
Start at the National Archeologic Museum and learn about the rich history of Albania. Walk along the main boulevard constructed by Italians in the 1930s and visit the Pyramid of Tirana, once a museum of communist leader Enver Hoxha. Enjoy a glass of raki (Albanian traditional drink) on the top of the pyramid and learn more about the communist period.
Continue with the visit to the Catholic Cathedral and learn more about religions in Albania and the storey of Mother Theresa, who was Albanian. Visit “the old village” of Tirana before it was decided in 1920 to be the capital of Albania and learn how a small village in 1920 became the capital.
Visit the new mosque constructed personally by Turkish leader Erdogan and learn about geopolitics in the Balkans. Walk along the beautiful pedestrian area that leads to the main square of Tirana, Skanderbeg Square, and learn about the history of the national hero Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu and the resistance against the Ottomans in the 13th century.
Spend some time in the heart of Tirana's historic centre, featuring the iconic Skanderbeg statue and stunning architecture. Visit the Et'hem Bey Mosque, a beautiful 16-century mosque with intricate frescoes and stunning Ottoman architecture.
Turn back on the other side of the main boulevard visiting the Orthodox Cathedral and the area of Blloku, which was the residence of communist leaders, now transformed into an area with marvellous bars, clubs, and restaurants. End the tour in Mother Teresa Square, where you can admire the historic building of the university and the modern stadium.
