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Discover Tirana with a Local – Walking Tour
This walking tour is designed to:
-Delight your eyes with the city's vibrant sights
-Teach you about Albania’s history, geography, culture, demographics, religion, and more
-Share fun facts about the daily lives of locals
-Offer practical tips and hidden gems along the way
-Help you experience Albania through the eyes of a local
Why is this tour a great choice for visitors to Tirana?
-Save effort: Instead of searching for attractions on your own, let a local guide lead the way
-Save time: Navigate Tirana’s streets smoothly and efficiently with someone who knows them well
-Gain local insight: Your guide shares personal stories and perspectives you won’t find in a book
-Get free tips: Receive useful advice on transportation, local food, customs, accommodation, activities, and more – whenever you need it.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In front of the Skanderbeg statue in the Skanderbeg Square (the main square in Tirana located in the city center). The guide will have on his hand a small flag of Albania (red and black flag). This is how you will recognize him.
Itinerary
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Skanderbeg Square (Pass by)
We will see and describe the most important buildings located in the city center.
Admission ticket free -
1Xhamia Et'hem Bej
we will see the Et'hem Bey Mosque and we will talk about it's history, details, fun and interesting facts, and also about the religion in Albania overall.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Independence Monument
In there we will talk about Albania's history and it's national symbols.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Enver Hoxha Pyramid
We will talk about the architecture, history and symbolism of the supposedly dictator's pyramid.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Postbllok - Checkpoint Monument
The communist regime in Albania. The struggle of the political prisoners in Albanian under the communist regime.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Will will talk about the most fancy neighborhood of Tirana, his history, and how it's status has changed across the history.
Admission ticket free -
Tour In Air Albania Stadium (Pass by)
We will pass by the largest stadium in Albania and we'll describe it's history, parameters and architecture.
Admission ticket free -
5Fortress of Justinian
We will tell the history of the ruins and all the layers on the castle.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
We will se the largest mosque in Albania and whole the Balkan Peninsula.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Tanners' Bridge
This is a historical bridge of Tirana of the Ottoman Period that still conserves it's fashion and uniqueness.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Pazari i Ri
This is the New Bazaar of TIrana. There are plenty of local foods and local handmade souvenirs in there and lots of local vibe.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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