Tirana Historic Walking Tour: Discover Albania's Vibrant Capital City
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Tirana
Embark on a relaxing walking tour of Tirana, Albania's vibrant capital city. Discover its rich heritage, long history, and captivating culture as you explore historic sites and learn intriguing stories along the way.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Skanderbeg Statue - Skanderbeg Monument in Skanderbeg Square commemorates Albania’s National Hero, Skanderbeg. This imposing monument contains captivating stories about Albania’s resistance to the Ottomans.
  • Et’hem Bej Mosque - Et’hem Bey Mosque is a unique religious building, situated in the historical center of Tirana. Due to turbulent history, it represents rebirth of religious freedom in Albania and fall of communism.
  • Tyrbja e Kapllan Pashës - It was constructed with carved stones and has an octagonal form in the early 19th century. The caps and bases of the columns are built of stone, and they are topped with capitals that have plant decorations on them. The previous monarch of Tirana was imprisoned here in the nineteenth century but was eventually returned to Istanbul, Turkey. It was next to the Suleyman Pasha Tomb, not to be mistaken with the Sylejman Pasha Mosque, which was demolished during World War II. The Municipality of Tirana just completed the restoration.
  • Busti i Avni Rustemit - Architectural beauty, this cultural monument is over 300 years old and it is closely tied to Albanian monumental painter Sali Shijaku. Situated in a charming location that refules both, body and soul.
  • Shtepia E Miqve - Architectural beauty, this cultural monument is over 300 years old and it is closely tied to Albanian monumental painter Sali Shijaku. Situated in a charming location that refules both, body and soul.
What's Included
  • Expert tour guide provided
Additional Information

Embark on a serene exploration walk around the city of Tirana, Albania’s capital. Experience the lively ambience as you delve into captivating narratives about the abundant heritage, historical legacy, and fascinating culture of Albania’s most populated city. Begin your voyage at the historic Skanderbeg Square, gaining insight into the importance of the Skanderbeg Statue for Albanians. Get to know the national hero of Albania and the tumultuous medieval period of the nation. Uncover Tirana’s religious history by visiting a unique mosque located in the city center. Learn about the importance and events of the communist era related to this monument and understand the lifestyle of Tirana’s citizens in the past. See a historic marker to one of Tirana’s leaders and comprehend the impact of the Ottomans on the city in earlier times. Wander around the lively downtown area of the city and observe one of the most intriguing landmarks, an Old Villa owned by renowned Albanian painter, Sali Shijaku.

Location
Skanderbeg Statue
Sheshi Skënderbej
In front of Skanderbeg Statue
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Vasiliss543
Mar 26, 2024
Good tour to know the history of Tirana - The tour guide engaged the participants during the walking, and give insights into the history, culture, and daily life in Tirana. Good tour to know the history of Tirana.
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Arnoldf349
Aug 13, 2023
This walking tour connected me with the rich historical past of human evolution - This walking tour was so educative. The tour guide showed us the contrast of lifestyles in which contemporary meets traditional. Tirana is a charming city and the tour guide took us to landmarks that have a rich cultural history and I also took photos at some historical monuments. This tour is the tour for anyone who connects with the rich historical past of human evolution.
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