Solo trip to Tirana, AL

Tirana, AL

On Skanderbeg Square, a minaret from a mosque and a statue are visible.

Description

Tirana is the capital city of Albania, known for its colorful buildings, vibrant street life, and historical sites. Visitors can explore Skanderbeg Square, the National History Museum, and the Et'hem Bey Mosque. The city also offers parks, cafes, and markets that showcase local culture and cuisine.

Highlights

Skanderbeg Square and the National History Museum
Et'hem Bey Mosque
Grand Park and Artificial Lake

Blloku neighborhood for cafes and nightlife
National Art Gallery

Itinerary

1

Skanderbeg Square

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Skanderbeg Square, Tirana, Albania

Skanderbeg Square in Tirana, Albania, is the central plaza featuring historical monuments, government buildings, and cultural sites. It is a key location for sightseeing and exploring the city's core.

2

National History Museum

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Sheshi Skënderbej, Tirana 1001, Albania

Visit the National History Museum in Tirana, located at Sheshi Skënderbej. Explore Albanian history through various exhibits from 10:45AM to 12:15PM on Nov 30, 2025.

3

Lunch at Era Restaurant

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Rruga Myslym Shyri 24, Tirana, Albania

Lunch at Era Restaurant located at Rruga Myslym Shyri 24 in Tirana, Albania, on Nov 30, 2025, from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.

4

Et'hem Bey Mosque

Scenic aerial view of the historic Isa Bey Mosque amidst lush fields in Selçuk, Türkiye.

Photo by Gülşah Tüfekçi on Pexels

Sheshi Skënderbej, Tirana 1001, Albania

Visit Et'hem Bey Mosque in Skënderbej Square, Tirana, from 1:45PM to 3:00PM. It is a historic mosque located in the city center, open to visitors for cultural exploration.

5

Bunk'Art 2 Museum

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Rruga Dritan Hoxha, Tirana, Albania

Bunk'Art 2 Museum in Tirana, Albania, is a former Cold War bunker now serving as a museum showcasing Albanian history and politics. Located on Rruga Dritan Hoxha, it offers guided and self-guided tour

6

Grand Park (Parku i Madh) walk

People walking in front of Schonbrunn Palace in Vienna, Austria on a cloudy spring day.

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Rruga e Dibrës, Tirana, Albania

A walk in Grand Park (Parku i Madh) in Tirana, Albania, located on Rruga e Dibrës. The activity is scheduled from 5:00PM to 6:30PM on Nov 30, 2025, suitable for solo visitors.

7

Dinner at Oda Restaurant

A dim-look of a cafe interior or inside of a coffee cafe/shop (not edited at all, this is an original photo, I only change the exposure for this one).

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Rruga Mustafa Matohiti 9, Tirana, Albania

Dinner at Oda Restaurant in Tirana, Albania, located at Rruga Mustafa Matohiti 9. Scheduled for Nov 30, 2025, from 6:45PM to 8:00PM. Medium budget, solo traveler.