Tirana Walking Tour: Main Sites, History & Culture

Meeting Point: Skanderbeg Square
Begin your tour at the central hub of Tirana.

Et’hem Bey Mosque & Clock Tower (Outside Visit)
Hear the story of the Ottoman-era mosque that survived the atheist communist regime and the clock tower built by Tirana’s founding family.

New Bazaar (Pazari i Ri)
Stroll through Tirana’s modern marketplace surrounded by traditional architecture and artisanal shops.

Castle of Tirana (Kalaja e Tiranës)
Walk inside the walls of the restored castle area, home to charming boutique shops, cafés, and artisan crafts.

Tanners’ Bridge (Ura e Tabakëve)
A hidden Ottoman gem near the Lana River, once part of the old trade route used by leather workers.

The Pyramid of Tirana
This controversial structure, originally built as a museum to honor dictator Enver Hoxha, has now become a symbol of transformation and youth culture.

Blloku District
Explore what was once a restricted area for the Communist elite. Today, it’s Tirana’s trendiest neighborhood, full of bars, cafés, and stories of secrecy and change.

Martyrs’ Boulevard & Mother Teresa Square
Conclude with a scenic walk along the grand boulevard lined with government buildings and university landmarks.