What to do
Skanderbeg Square, the New Bazaar, Bunk'Art 1 (full day) or Bunk'Art 2 (half day). Cable car up Dajti mountain for the long view.
Where to eat
Mullixhiu for the tasting-menu blowout, Era for the classic Tirana experience, Tek Zgara Tiranase for charcoal-grilled qofte by the river.
Where to stay
Stay around Blloku — the city's café and nightlife district. Walking distance to everything.
From the road
Practical tips
- → Tirana airport is 25 minutes from the centre by taxi.
- → Most museums are closed Mondays.
- → Espresso is €1 almost everywhere — Italian standard, Albanian price.
