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10 Days in Tirana: A Journey of Culture and Adventure

Akshay Sashital

Akshay Sashital

5 Dec 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Tirana, Albania, exploring ancient marvels, vibrant art galleries, and breathtaking natural landscapes. Discover the rich history and culture of this vibrant city while indulging in authentic cuisine and thrilling outdoor activities.

Trip to Tirana

Day 1Dajti Ekspres and Mini Golf
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$57

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$ 2

Dajti Ekspres
Scenic, popular 4670 m-long cable car line that takes tourists to the top of Dajti Mountain.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$38
56 - 68 min

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Dajti Mini Golf
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$19
Day 2Conquer Kalaja e Dajtit
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$0

Kalaja e Dajtit
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 3Artistic Wonders at Galeria Kombëtare e Arteve and Bunk'Art 2
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$27

Galeria Kombëtare e Arteve
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$8
3 - 4 min

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Bunk'Art 2
Unique Albanian history museum inside a preserved, Communist-era nuclear pit bunker.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$19
Day 4Museums and Architectural Gems
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$8

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$ 2

Mezuraj Museum
Museum with a collection of Albanian paintings & sculpture, plus many archaeological objects.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$8
7 - 10 min

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Resurrection of Christ Orthodox Cathedral
Huge Orthodox cathedral, completed in 2012, featuring a 46-m. bell tower & showy nighttime lighting.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Muzeu Kadare - Shtëpia Studio e Shkrimtarit Ismail Kadare
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Garden Building
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Exploring Tirana's Historical Sites
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$12

Tirana Castle
Medieval castle of which only an Ottoman-era wall remains, now housing handicraft stores & eateries.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Et'hem Bej Mosque
Guided tours are offered at this 18th-century mosque with colorful frescoes in the city center.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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House of Leaves Museum
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$11
Day 6Bridges, Squares, and National History
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$12

Tanners' Bridge
Former 18th-century stone livestock bridge, now restored for use by pedestrians.
8:00 AM - 8:15 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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National Historical Museum
Major museum in a Communist-era building featuring themed exhibitions about the history of Albania.
9:45 AM - 11:45 AM
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$11
Day 7Museums, Memorials, and Nature
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$0

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$ 3

Armed Forces Museum
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Skanderbeg Square
Prominent central square featuring a national hero monument & surrounding historic buildings.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Postbllok Memorial
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Nature te Liqeni Artificial
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 8Serenity at the Grand Park of Tirana
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$0

Grand Park of Tirana
Spacious public park with a botanical garden, zoo, the Presidential Palace, a church & a lake.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Day 9Hiking Adventure on Dajti Mountain
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$19

Dajti Mountain Hiking
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$19
Day 10Unveiling Ancient Treasures at Tirana National Archaeological Museum
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$12

Tirana National Archaeological Museum
Exhibits of archeological discoveries from Albania, dating from prehistory to the modern era.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$11

Budget breakdown: $148 In total

Activities & Food:$143
Transport:$5