Things to do in Tirana
- Skanderbeg Square: Explore the central hub of Tirana, surrounded by important institutions and landmarks like the National History Museum.
- BUNK’ART Museum: Visit this unique museum inside a former bunker, offering insights into Albania’s communist history.
- Dajti Mountain: Take a cable car to the top for panoramic views of Tirana and the surrounding countryside.
- National Arts Gallery: Discover Albanian art through various exhibits ranging from classical to contemporary works.
- Et’hem Bey Mosque: Admire the beautiful frescoes inside one of the city’s oldest buildings on Skanderbeg Square.
- Blloku District: Once a restricted residential area, it is now the lively heart of Tirana’s nightlife with many bars, clubs, and restaurants.
- Grand Park of Tirana: This is the largest park in the city, where you can enjoy leisurely walks, picnics, and lake views.
- Tirana Pyramid: See the intriguing structure initially built as a museum for Enver Hoxha, now a cultural space.
- Tanners’ Bridge: This Ottoman-era bridge is a historical piece of architecture that was once part of the road linking Tirana with the eastern highlands.
- The House of Leaves: This museum, housed in the former surveillance headquarters, is dedicated to surveillance and espionage during the communist era.
- Skopje to Tirana distance: Approximately 280 kilometers.
- Skopje to Tirana driving Time: About 4 to 5 hours by car, depending on traffic and border crossing times.
- Skopje to Tirana route: Typically via E852, passing through Kosovo or E65 directly into Albania, offering scenic views of the mountains and lakes.
- Skopje to Tirana scenic Views: The drive features picturesque mountains and rural landscapes.
- Skopje to Tirana border Crossing: This includes border checkpoints between North Macedonia and Kosovo and then Kosovo and Albania if passing through Kosovo. Direct routes have one border crossing between North Macedonia and Albania.
