Tirana City Tour and Castle of Petrela with pick up
City Tour of Tirana
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Bovilla lake & Tirana tour
Duration: 8 hours
Car , minivan
Pickup included
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Highlights
Explore Tirana through a unique tour that delves into the rich history of one of Europe's most captivating capitals. This comprehensive experience acquaints you with essential sites vital for your stay in Tirana, including cultural and economic museums, churches, mosques, bustling markets, vibrant restaurants, bars, souvenir shops, and more.
Tirana stands out not only for its diverse architectural blend spanning Ottoman, Italian, communist-era, and contemporary styles but also for its compelling historical narrative, including insights into Albania's unique experience of communist isolation and its transformative journey. Discover firsthand accounts of communist-era life and the resilient spirit of a city that has undergone significant cultural and architectural evolution over recent decades.
Experience the legendary hospitality of Tirana's people, ensuring a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout your journey.
Itinerary
Skanderbeg Square
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeSkanderbeg Square, the heart of the city, one of the places where people meet, walk, relax and enjoy concerts, festivals and events. The Square is named after the national Albanian hero and is one of the biggest squares in Albania. The guide will tell you the story of the main buildings around the square, such as: 1.The Palace of culture; one of the most important cultural buildings, built during the communist era. 2.The Clock Tower of Tirana; a first category cultural monument 3. Et'hem Bey Mosque; located in the center of Tirana, one of the oldest mosques not only in Albania, but all over the Ballkan. 3. National Historical Museum( Visit of Museum Optional)Xhamia Et'hem Bej
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe first visit is the Ethem Bey Mosque. This mosque was built in the 18th century by Ethem Bey and completed by his son. this mosque, like many others, was closed in 1968 by the Communist Regime. It was reopened in 1991 Many Muslim believers took part in its reopening and surprisingly there was no intervention by the police to stop them, even though it was still not allowed by law.Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeYou will visit the The Resurrection Cathedral whic is an Albanian Orthodox church situated in the center of Tirana, Albania. It is considered among the largest Eastern Orthodox churches in the Balkans.Saint Paul Cathedral
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeYou will visit Saint Paul Cathedral . The Cathedral was built in late 2001, and is among the newest and largest cathedrals in Tirana. It belongs to the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Tiranë - Durrës.Fortress of Justinian(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeYou will have a visit to the Fortress of Justinian or simply known as Tirana Castle is a castle in Tirana. Its history dates back before 1300 and is a remnant from the Byzantine-era. The fortress is the place where the main east–west and north–south roads crossed, and formed the heart of Tirana .In the renovations of which today the Toptani Family, who owned it, has erected a modern multifunctional center for visitors during their stay in Tirana.Clock Tower(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeYou are going to visit the Clock Tower The Clock Tower is a cultural monument that has shown the time in Tirana since 1822. It stands beside Et'hem Bey mosque, built by the same person.It is 25 m and from there you will see the center of Tirana.Muzeu Historik Kombetar(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeTaking you from the Bronze Age, to the Communist era, and everything in-between. Located in Skanderbeg square, at the very heart of TiranaBunk'Art 2
45 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedBunkArt 2, built inside a bunker dedicated to the history of the communist Albanian army and the daily life of Albanians during the regime's years. There you will learn the persecution of the political opponents by the communist regime. Forms and methods used by the secret police (Sigurimi)to capture themEnver Hoxha Pyramid
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe pyramid was built as a museum in 1988, after the death of the dictator Enver Hoxha to perpetuate his work. It was designed by the dictator's son-in-law and daughter. During the 1999 Kosovo War, the building was used as a NATO base. Now Piramida has become the largest youth center for innovation in computer technology in the region. It has several stairs that take you to the top. From there you have a wonderful view of the center of TiranaHouse of Leaves(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeHouse of leaves used to be the building of the Albanian secret police (Sigurimi) Now it is a museum that shows the activities and technology used by this secret police to pursue and persecute the so-called political enemies
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