- 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.
- Rruga Murat Toptani - We will pass by the Bunk Art 2 museum about Communist Atrocities, the Castle of Toptani, and the prince Zogu Residence, will pass by the House of Parliament and the new Mosque, the biggest in the Balkans, still under construction.
- Bulevardi Dëshmorët e Kombit - 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.
- Blloku - Ex-Blloku was the residence area of the communist leaders, which was completely closed to normal citizens to step in it. We 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.
- Licensed guide included
- Everything else that is not mentioned at the Inclusion section.
- Gratuities
For a duration of 3 hours, we’ll take a stroll through the key neighborhoods of Tirana, delving into its rich history from the era of the Romans, through the Ottoman reign, Communist period, up to the present day. Our journey will take us to the Central Square, discussing the city’s genesis and the surrounding edifices. We’ll proceed through the Toptani area, indulging in the history of King Zog’s former castle, and the prince’s abode. Progressing down the Main Boulevard, we’ll go past important landmarks such as the Pyramid, the Prime Minister’s office, Parliament offices, the Presidency, the University, and so on. We’ll conclude our tour with a stop at the former Blloku, a once-private neighborhood that housed communist leaders, where Hoxha’s residence still stands for us to view from the outside.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.