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- Lorj TravelLondon, UK830 contributionsIt was very clean and well maintained area. There are guards around the important building. Its modern and has many restaurants and bars.
Very safe and everyone was warm and friendly towards us. There was a concert in the centre which was in a tent which was well controlled.
When we arrived it was very sunny, and warm for November, it only rained for one of the nights very heavy. Most things to do is walking distance from the square, so it is very central for most things to do in Tirana.
Will definitely go back.Written 19 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - T-SGlobetrottersPreston, UK2,896 contributionsThis is one of the few really old buildings still surviving in Tirana. It was badly damaged in the civil war which erupted in 1944 but the minaret was rebuilt and it received extensive renovation in 2019 including extensive wall paintings. Entrance is allowed outside of prayer times and photos are allowed. Scarfs are provided for ladies to cover their head and shoulders. Only quite small, a visit will not take much more than 10 minutes.Written 30 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Flitz8-A foodie travelsAmsterdam, The Netherlands2,988 contributionsThe statue and square is really central and the symbol of Tirana and is a not miss as its important square and spot to people watchWritten 3 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Barbs25Staffordshire, UK2,592 contributionsNice church, like seeing the different styles and designs. Recommended to cover up as in most churches and it’s free to enter. Very orthodox flashy interior.Written 24 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jason SMelbourne, Australia1,673 contributionsClock tower located just of the main square and next to the mosque.
Tower itself looks nice and has historical value to the area and city. Up top views are fairly good and you can see a lot of main square.
Not overly expensive to walk up tower so probably worth doing for that reason.Written 24 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - WonderlusterUnited Kingdom1,279 contributionsA lovely walk through and up to a massive shopping centre. Some coffee shops and fast food along the walk.
A pretty walk, but upon closer look could do with some looking after.
The lights along the path are all uncovered and have had their wires removed. A few uneven and missing paving stones.
But a nice pretty place in a busy centreWritten 24 November 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jason SMelbourne, Australia1,673 contributionsMaybe just a quick photo opportunity and move on, one of the few remaining bridges from the ottoman days, so for that reason worth a look and photo.
Thanks certainly wouldn’t go out of my way to see bridge, time has moved on from it.Written 24 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - T-SGlobetrottersPreston, UK2,896 contributionsThe building which has an unusual pyramid design was originally built as a memorial museum to Enver Hoxa. After the end of one party rule it was turned into offices and a night club but the whole complex now been empty for several years. There were proposals to turn the building into a shopping centre and work began on this in 2019. Although newly painted and seemingly converted ready for retail, there are no signs of any shops, all work appears to have stopped and the building looks to be the proverbial ‘white elephant’. Most of the area is fenced off but you can walk up to the building on one side. It is worth a visit to climb the 120 steps to the top of the building for its views of the area.Written 30 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Coryy20Port of Spain, Trinidad4,837 contributionsConstruction seems to be taking place at this mosque. However, from what is visible it looks like the blue mosque in Turkey..at least it has a Turkish feel about it Nonetheless, it's going to be a grand mosque and very beautiful when completed.Written 28 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jason SMelbourne, Australia1,673 contributionsAnother modern day cathedral in Tirana, this one for me was ok at best.
If it wasn’t for mother Teresa statue would say it’s really just a local church for the community.
Maybe not a place of significance to visit while on holidays.Written 24 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - TAMAN1951Liberty Lake, WA6,463 contributionsBell made of shell casings from the revolutionary period and collected by children. What a stark reminder if a conflicted past.
Right near the dictator’s pyramid.Written 7 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Michael PBristol, UK50 contributionsthis monument is dwarfed by the nearby statue to the Unknown Soldier ..a partisan and very Communist styled Both are accessible and close to Toptani shopping centre and the bus stops and Tanners bridgeWritten 14 December 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PipPaul WBuckfastleigh, UK1,693 contributionsWe had never heard of this sect before and it was fascinating
Were taken as part of an organised tour of Albania
It's story of muslim-lite
No man/woman segregation at prayer
We walked in the "mosque" without having to take shoes off
Alcohol drunk
Personal/people images allowed
Pray 2 times per day, not set times, so
No "call to prayer" and no minaret
Tolerance of other religions preached and enacted
The mosque is a lovely building
The museum beneath is modern, interesting artefacts etc but almost totally in Albanian - the fact that we had a guide to translate was very usefulWritten 27 September 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Hektor DTirana, Albania18 contributionsBrand new church in the middle of Tirana with all the things and people you expect in a large city, as well as good hospitalityWritten 30 April 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Terry MHamilton, Canada4,638 contributionsThis area in communist days was the preserve of the elite. The house of the dictator Hoxha was in this area. It does have places of touristic interest like the Checkpoint Monument quite apart from a raft of restaurants and coffee shops. It’s a trendy area 10-15 minutes from Skanderbeg Square, depending on your walking speed and sightseeing.Written 3 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tirana
- These places are best for sights & landmarks in Tirana:
- Skanderbeg Square
- Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania
- Skanderbeg Statue
- Et`hem Bey Mosque
- Rruga Murat Toptani
- These are the best places for kid-friendly sights & landmarks in Tirana:
- Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania
- Skanderbeg Square
- Skanderbeg Statue
- Rruga Murat Toptani
- Clock Tower
- These are the best places for groups seeking sights & landmarks in Tirana:See more sights & landmarks for groups in Tirana on Tripadvisor
- These are the best places for budget-friendly sights & landmarks in Tirana:
- Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania
- Et`hem Bey Mosque
- Skanderbeg Square
- Skanderbeg Statue
- Rruga Murat Toptani