Discover the Marvels of Tirana Private Walking Tour with a Local

2 h 30 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

This private tour will take you to discover the most interesting places in a young, dynamic, and vibrant city with a great cultural buzz.

The best way to explore the center of Tirana is on foot, preparing for a long but exciting stroll through the city's streets and avenues.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: World Travel Guide

What is included

Included

Included: Licensed private guide in your chosen language

Not included

Not included: Private transportation

Itinerary

Xhamia Et'hem Bej

15 min

Closed alongside other houses of worship during the Communist rule of Enver Hoxha, the mosque is well known for its frescoes outside and inside the portico which depict trees, waterfalls and bridges.
Skanderbeg Square

10 min

It has been transformed and overturned as many times as there have been changes at the top: from the neo-rationalist style of King Zog, to the fascist one of Mussolini, up to the communist rigour of Enver Hoxha.
Skanderbeg Statue

5 min

the national hero on horseback who, taken from his family and trained by the Turkish army, later became the greatest opponent of the Ottoman Empire's advance towards Eastern Europe, blocking it for decades.
Stop 4

5 min Admission not included

With its huge decorative mosaic on the facade, it will take you on a journey into the history of Albania from antiquity to the communist period
Stop 5

5 min

One of the city's most important hotels; built in Soviet style during the communist regime, it was for years the tallest building in the city and was used exclusively to host representatives of foreign delegations and wealthy foreign tourists.
Pazari i Ri

15 min

Literally the new market, an ancient neighborhood renovated and redeveloped at the beginning of 2017 which is becoming the most sought-after attraction in the city
Stop 7

5 min

A testament to Tirana's 18th-century commercial development, the bridge allowed caravans to pass, carrying agricultural products and livestock from the surrounding areas, which would then be slaughtered and tanned in the city.
Stop 8

10 min

One of the most controversial sites in Tirana. Built in 1988, three years after the death of dictator Enver Hoxha, at the behest of his daughter and architect son-in-law, it was intended to be a sort of mausoleum dedicated to the dictator himself. Instead, it was widely used as a cultural center for concerts and events.
Reja "The Cloud"

5 min

on Bulevard Deshmoret e Kombit and, on the same side of the street, you will find the National Art Gallery with, in the garden, the large installation called “Cloud”, often used for events of various kinds.
Bunk'Art 2

10 min Admission not included

the government bunker that during the communist regime housed the Ministry of Internal Affairs, today transformed into a museum
Rinia Park

10 min

Also known as Youth Park, where you can relax on a colorful bench, perhaps reflecting on what you saw earlier. The park also houses the Taiwan Center, a large complex with a restaurant, bar, and ice cream parlor that's very popular both day and night.
Stop 12

15 min

It is the third largest Orthodox church in Europe and is recognizable for its bright colors and lights.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Right by the entrance of Adrion Bookstore which is located in the Palace of Culture building. The clients will meet the guide right there.

End point

Right by the entrance of Adrion Bookstore which is located in the Palace of Culture building. The clients will meet the guide right there.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
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Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.