From The Port of Durres to Tirana

Duration: 4 hours

Meet with the local guide at your cruise ship in Durres for private half day trip to Tirana.

Highlights: Colorful Tirana, Historical Museum, National Art Gallery, Skanderbeg Square, Clock Tower

Description

Tirana, the heart capital of Albania has a never-ending movement and energy. This metropolis city is worth to discover by day and night. Founded in the 1614, Tirana is now a developed city which combines culture, history, contemporary architecture and lots of hospitality shown towards tourists. As you take a walk in Tirana you will enjoy the look of the colorful buildings, fancy coffees and green parks.

Visits in Tirana:

• Skanderbeg Square
• Clock Tower
• Et’hem Beu Mosque
• National Historical Museum (Without entrance)
• National Gallery of Arts
• Tabak Bridge

Start with a visit in the city center, Skanderbeg Square where you will see the statue of Skanderbeg, our National Hero. In front of it you can see the Clock Tower. 35 meters (115 ft) tall it has 90 stairs that go in a spiral fashion. Next you will see the Et’hem Beu Mosque. It’s frescos with trees, waterfalls and bridges, rare for the Islamic art. The National Library is located in front of the Mosque, and near the National Historic Museum.

Return to the port of Durres.