Tirana Walking Tour and Bovilla Lake (3-6 Pax)

4.9
(10 reviews)

7 to 8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Tirana & Bovilla 1 day tour offers a very comprehensive experience of our capital city Tirana, its culture, religion, lifestyle, and historical heritage past and present. While the day is very active with the visit at Bovilla reservoir and an easy hike to enjoy beautiful nature and gorgeous view.

What's Included

Private transportation
Bovilla Stair Ticket
Guide
Everything that is not mentioned at the Inclusion section.
Guide Gratuity

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Scanderbeg Square, in front of Et'hem Bey Mosque

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Skanderbeg Square

    We will visit the Et'hem Bey Mosque, the oldest building in Tirana and one of its symbols, explain its history, and look at its beautiful decorations. Nearby is the Clock Tower another symbol of old Tirana and once the tallest building. We will then explain the other historical building like the National Bank of Albania, the National Museum, Hotel Tirana, the Palace of Culture, Tirana Municipality, etc.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    We will pass by the Bunk Art 2 museum about Communist Atrocities, Castle of Toptani, and the prince Residence, will pass by the House of Parliament and the new Mosque, the biggest in Balkans, still under construction.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3

    We will have a long walk on the Main Boulevard of Tirana and will pass by the Pyramid, the Dictator Hoxha's Museum after his death, Prime Ministry, Presidency, Parliament Offices, University, Academy of Arts, National Stadium, and much more.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Blloku

    Ex-Blloku was the residence area of the communist leader, which was completely closed to normal citizens to step in it. Will pass by Hoxha's house during all the time he was ruling Communist Albania. You will listen and feel what this area meant for us during the communist time and it has become today, the most vibrant and impressive place to be in Tirana.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Lake Bovilla

    We will drive shortly, about 30 km outside Tirana, and arrive at Bovilla lake. Will hike for about 50 min to reach the point for the best view of the lake and the surrounding area. It's worth it even on a rainy day.

    4 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Supplied by Albania My Way

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Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Small Group
DSA non-compliant
Zombie
Zombie Slice

Cancellation Policy

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

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