Tirana International Airport 31 min
National History Museum (37 min) Major museum in a Communist-era building featuring themed exhibitions about the history of Albania. Castle of Kruja (49 min) Historic castle that houses several museums, the Tekke of Dollmë monument & the ruins of a mosque. Durrës Castle (22 min) Restored remains of a 5th-century fortified city, with medieval walls & guard towers. Park Rinia (37 min) Small park in the heart of Tirana featuring a large fountain & a pavilion with restaurants. Durres Amphitheatre (24 min) Remains of a 20,000-seat 2nd-century CE Roman amphitheater built by Emperor Trajan. Bunk'Art 2 (37 min) Unique Albanian history museum inside a preserved, Communist-era nuclear pit bunker. Skanderbeg Statue (37 min) A 36-foot bronze statue of the 15th century war commander on horseback. Kulla e Sahatit (38 min) This landmark, 1822 clock tower features 90 spiral steps, Islamic architecture & scenic city views. National Arts Gallery (38 min) National art museum displaying works by Albanian & international artists in a contemporary space. Bay of Lalzi (20 min) Muzeu Kombëtar Gjergj Kastrioti (49 min) Small museum in a citadel focused on the life & military feats of a 15th-century national hero. Skanderbeg Square (36 min) Prominent, central square featuring a national hero monument & surrounding historic buildings. Preza Castle (25 min) Castle and history Beach of Durrës (26 min) Popular beach in a shallow bay, with public & private sections, backed by hotels, bars & eateries. Et'hem Bej Mosque (38 min) Guided tours are offered at this 18th-century mosque with colorful frescoes in the city center. |