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City Tour of Tirana with Pick up
4.7
11 Ratings
Tirana
Discover the captivating history, vibrant culture, and stunning architecture of Tirana, Europe’s unique capital. Explore museums, churches, mosques, markets, and more on this engaging city tour.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Skanderbeg Square - Skanderbeg Square, the heart of the city, one of the places where people meet, walk, relax and enjoy concerts, festivals and events. The Square is named after the national Albanian hero and is one of the biggest squares in Albania. The guide will tell you the story of the main buildings around the square, such as:
1.The Palace of culture; one of the most important cultural buildings, built during the communist era.
2.The Clock Tower of Tirana; a first category cultural monument
- Et’hem Bey Mosque; located in the center of Tirana, one of the oldest mosques not only in Albania, but all over the Ballkan.
- National Historical Museum( Visit of Museum Optional)
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Et`hem Bey Mosque - The first visit is the Ethem Bey Mosque. This mosque was built in the 18th century by Ethem Bey and completed by his son.
this mosque, like many others, was closed in 1968 by the Communist Regime. It was reopened in 1991
Many Muslim believers took part in its reopening and surprisingly there was no intervention by the police to stop them, even though it was still not allowed by law.
- Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania - You will visit the The Resurrection Cathedral whic is an Albanian Orthodox church situated in the center of Tirana, Albania. It is considered among the largest Eastern Orthodox churches in the Balkans.
- Saint Paul Cathedral - You will visit Saint Paul Cathedral . The Cathedral was built in late 2001, and is among the newest and largest cathedrals in Tirana. It belongs to the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Tiranë - Durrës.
- Fortress of Justinian - You will have a visit to the Fortress of Justinian or simply known as Tirana Castle is a castle in Tirana. Its history dates back before 1300 and is a remnant from the Byzantine-era. The fortress is the place where the main east–west and north–south roads crossed, and formed the heart of Tirana .In the renovations of which today the Toptani Family, who owned it, has erected a modern multifunctional center for visitors during their stay in Tirana.
- Clock Tower - You are going to visit the Clock Tower The Clock Tower is a cultural monument that has shown the time in Tirana since 1822. It stands beside Et’hem Bey mosque, built by the same person.It is 25 m and from there you will see the center of Tirana.
- Muzeu Historik Kombetar - Taking you from the Bronze Age, to the Communist era, and everything in-between. Located in Skanderbeg square, at the very heart of Tirana
- BunkArt 2 - BunkArt 2, built inside a bunker dedicated to the history of the communist Albanian army and the daily life of Albanians during the regime’s years. There you will learn the persecution of the political opponents by the communist regime. Forms and methods used by the secret police (Sigurimi)to capture them
- Enver Hoxha Pyramid - The pyramid was built as a museum in 1988, after the death of the dictator Enver Hoxha to perpetuate his work. It was designed by the dictator’s son-in-law and daughter.
During the 1999 Kosovo War, the building was used as a NATO base.
Now Piramida has become the largest youth center for innovation in computer technology in the region.
It has several stairs that take you to the top. From there you have a wonderful view of the center of Tirana
- House of Leaves - House of leaves used to be the building of the Albanian secret police (Sigurimi) Now it is a museum that shows the activities and technology used by this secret police to pursue and persecute the so-called political enemies
What's Included
- Professional English, Italian, German, Spanish, Greek speaking guide
- Tour of Tirana City
- Entrance Ticket to Bunkarti 2 Museum
Additional Information
Explore Tirana through a unique tour that delves into the rich history of one of Europe’s most captivating capitals. This comprehensive experience acquaints you with essential sites vital for your stay in Tirana, including cultural and economic museums, churches, mosques, bustling markets, vibrant restaurants, bars, souvenir shops, and more. Tirana stands out not only for its diverse architectural blend spanning Ottoman, Italian, communist-era, and contemporary styles but also for its compelling historical narrative, including insights into Albania’s unique experience of communist isolation and its transformative journey. Discover firsthand accounts of communist-era life and the resilient spirit of a city that has undergone significant cultural and architectural evolution over recent decades. Experience the legendary hospitality of Tirana’s people, ensuring a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout your journey.
Location
Skanderbeg Square
, At the center of Tirana
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(11 Ratings)
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Gerd_k
Dec 10, 2023
Very Competent Tour Guide - Very competent tour guide who showed his experience in history and architecture. I highly appreciated the tour.
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Tanja_w
Oct 11, 2023
Very interesting Tour - Thank you Adi for this very nice and informative walk through the city of Tirana. We enjoyed it a lot.
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Emma_s
Dec 12, 2022
Excellent and interesting experience! - Adi is so kind and knowledgeable! The tour of Tirana was very interesting, and feels personalized for each guest and their interests. It gave a great overview of the city's history, both past and present. Having a tour guide through the Bunk'Art 2 museum was also very helpful. Adi also gave good recommendations for food and other places to check out. He was a great resource even after the tour was over!
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Deborah_v
Nov 14, 2022
The tour guide is very... - The tour guide is very knowledgeable and it shows. My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed walking around Tirana.
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Charlotte_s
Aug 7, 2022
Lovely walking tour - We had a lovely morning with Adi who was very friendly and informative. A great way to get orientated and learn about the city.
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Christinehelle_v
Jun 9, 2022
Tirana by foot - I loved every part of the trip and the guide, Adi, had so much knowledge! We visited a bunker, a mosque, walked in a park, had a coffeebreak etc.
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Passport54327352397
Feb 27, 2024
Worth seeing - Partly a super modern city, a meeting point for many cultures, guided tours are offered at the central square, Skanderbeg Square. Unfortunately, "our" guide was a bit too politically polemic instead of telling us something about the buildings and their history
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Pedro_c
Oct 15, 2023
Good Way to Tour Tirana - This was our first visit to Tirana. Our guide, Adi, did a nice job showing us the city in an enjoyable walking tour. Visited all the major historical and arquitectural sites. Adi was personable and patient. He adapted to our pace, as I stopped frequently to take photos.
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