Private walking tour in Tirana

Attractions

• Cultural
• Landmarks
• Museums

Welcome to one of the biggest cities in in Balkan, Recently Tirana became one of the most visited cities in the region for its beauty, gastronomy and so many cultural and fun activities to do. There's so much to witness that you'll feel like no time is enough to enjoy everything Tirana has to offer. Come to explore an amazing city, Tirana is home to over 10 museums and art galleries, Tirana has many monuments and cultural sites scattered around the city to the surprise of first-time visitors. Communist-era objects contrast against modern glass-façade buildings with trendy bars and chic shops. Ottoman, Italian, Islamic, Stalinist and capitalist influences are all thrown together in no particular order, making their exploration great fun. Tirana received a facelift when old grey apartment blocks were painted in bright colours. The colourful façades have become a pleasant attraction in the city. Other cultural monuments include places of worship, the mosques and churches, each of which has a unique story behind it, waiting for you to discover. You will be picked up from your hotel by private vehicle to Skanderbeg square, situated in the very heart of Tirana. Where you will start your walking tour starting from Ethem Bey Mosque which was founded at the end of 18th century by Mulla Bey, the Clock Tower -a cultural monument that has shown the time in Tirana since 1822. The tour continues to National History museum, one of the most important museums in the country, contains a well-documented history of the country. After that we visit, Bunkart2, Tirana castle and The Tanners' Bridge -an 18th century Ottoman stone footbridge. Then we walk to the pyramid, it is absolutely an important tourist attraction. As a symbol of a notorious communism, a symbol of the mixed and contradictory history of Tirana. It was inaugurated on October 14, 1988, as the mausoleum of the dictator, Enver Hoxha. After that we continue our walking tour to the Postblloku (Checkpoint), the Memorial to Communist Isolation, commemorates the country’s political prisoners who suffered under the Hoxha regime. It is situated on the main boulevard opposite the government building. After that we will have a coffee break in Blloku quarter. After exploring the Blloku quarter we will be picked up to the house of heaves, it is considered to be the equivalent of the Stasi headquarters of the former East Germany. Those curious to see what was hidden in the HQ of the notorious National Intelligence Service, also known as the House of Spies, will leave speechless. then you will dropped off at your hotel. In this city, you'll find some of the world's best cuisine, art, traditions and all the excitement of a big cities. From the ancient castles to the ultimate skyscrapers, parks, astonishing architecture and the kindness of its people, Tirana City is a must for every traveler! This tour through Tirana is a unique experience that you don't wanna miss