• Skanderbeg Square - The complexity of Albanian history can be witnessed first hand at the very heart of the capital city of Tirana - the famous Skanderbeg Square, which takes its name by our national medieval hero. Constantly changing its urban face, this tour of the Skanderbeg square will offer a fantastic understanding of the Albania’s layered historical development of the 20th century. We will share facts and curiosities about the main buildings that surround the square: The National Historic Museum, The National Opera House, the Old Clock Tower and the Et’hem Bej Mosque.

• City Tour of Tirana
• Qualified guide

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Food and drinks
• Tips and gratuities
• Optional activity costs

Albania’s capital, Tirana, stands out among Balkan capitals with its unique high-rise architecture, revamped public spaces, and a leisurely ‘Dolce Vita’ vibe in its cafes and restaurants.

Our half-day walking tour begins in the heart of the city’s Monumental Center. Here, we’ll see the stark contrasts between the imposing communist-era buildings like the Palace of Culture and the National History Museum, and the 1920s Italian government buildings designed by architect Armando Brasini.

Passing by the statue of Albania’s national hero, Skenderbeg, we’ll make our way to the Et’hem Bey Mosque and the Watch Tower, which reflect Tirana’s growth in the 17th and 19th centuries and its tumultuous 20th-century history.

We’ll also stroll by the newly reopened Toptani Castle and the stone Tanner’s Bridge, make a brief stop at the Pyramid, and visit the Blloku area, including the villa of dictator Enver Hoxha.

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