Top 5 Things to Do in Tirana

Published May 10, 2025

Tirana is a city of colour, energy and history. Here are our five favourite ways to experience it.

1. Skanderbeg Square

The heart of the city, surrounded by museums, mosques and cafés. Perfect for a morning stroll.

Take the cable car up for panoramic views over the whole Tirana plain.

A fascinating museum inside a Cold War bunker — a must for history lovers.

Once reserved for the political elite, now the city's liveliest neighbourhood for dining and nightlife.

A green oasis with a lake, ideal for an evening walk away from the bustle.

Golden City Boutique Hotel sits right in the centre, the perfect base for exploring all of this and more.