What to do in Albania?
Browse by category and by area through the hundreds of places we love most in Albania, and mark anything that catches your eye straight to your personal itinerary.
🍽️ Restaurants
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Bar Restorant Rrapi
GjirokasterA beloved taverna in the heart of the historic bazaar, serving sarma, shapkat and qifqi at their best
- ★ 5.0
Te Nana
ShkodraA small family place far from the tourists with excellent lakror and pasta at a friendly price
- ★ 5.0
Ali Pasha's Table
GjirokasterA restaurant in Gjirokaster with a breathtaking view of the valley near the Ali Pasha Bridge
- ★ 5.0
Oborri Familjar
PogradecA family restaurant in Pogradec with grilled koran and carp in lemon sauce, real home cooked dishes
- ★ 5.0
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Taverna Panorama Zhuli
GjirokasterAn affordable taverna in Gjirokastër with a perfect rating
- ★ 5.0
Bar Restaurant Traditional Cani
GjirokasterAn affordable traditional restaurant in Gjirokastër with a perfect rating
- ★ 5.0
Te GERI PizzaBar
KsamilA pizzeria in Ksamil with a perfect rating
- ★ 4.9
Hayal Et Restaurant
TiranaSpectacular Turkish grill experience with live music, lahmacun, beef shish and a knafeh everyone photographs
- ★ 4.9
Haxhi
SarandaA family run fish institution on the waterfront, the catch comes in fresh every morning and locals and visitors love it alike
- ★ 4.9
Homemade Food Lili
BeratA beloved home kitchen that Lili and his wife run in the old quarter, everything cooked from scratch and the tables fill up fast
- ★ 4.9
Temi Albanian Food
BeratTables on the riverbank in the Gorica quarter, perfect for sunset, loved for traditional cooking right by the Osum
- ★ 4.9
Taverna Dhrami
QeparoA family run Greek taverna with moussaka and a sea view at fair prices
- ★ 4.9
Taverna Kaci Borsh
BorshA simple homey garden taverna with grilled octopus and a warm local vibe
- ★ 4.9
Flamingo Borsh
BorshOn the waterfront with fresh grilled shrimp and octopus and an open sea view
- ★ 4.9
Sofra e Lakrorit
VloraAn authentic family lakror pie over a wood fire, by advance order only
- ★ 4.9
Zio Lutti Pizza
VloraThe best pizza in the city from an Italian pizzaiolo on sourdough
- ★ 4.9
Vlora Grill
VloraA straightforward, simple Balkan charcoal grill with meat platters and kofta kebab
- ★ 4.9
The Barrels Te Fucite
GjirokasterA vineyard taverna crowned again and again as the best in Albania
- ★ 4.9
Sea Soul Tirana
TiranaThe spot consistently rated as the best seafood in Tirana
- ★ 4.9
Rus Traditional Food Berat
BeratA highly rated restaurant for traditional Albanian food in Berat, including halal options
- ★ 4.9
Te Kalaja Restaurant & Rooms
GjirokasterA restaurant for traditional food right by the castle in Gjirokaster, a blend of taste and historic view
- ★ 4.9
Bar Tradicional River Vjosa Restaurant
PermetA restaurant in Permet with grilled meats and a direct view of the flowing Vjosa River
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Café Momus
TiranaA restaurant and coffee spot in Tirana
- ★ 4.9
Invicta Beach Bar & Bistro
HimaraA beachfront bistro and bar in Himarë
- ★ 4.9
Bar Restorant F. Feimi
VloraA hugely popular bar and restaurant in Vlorë
- ★ 4.9
LuLu Cafe Rest & Bar
SarandaAn affordable restaurant, cafe and bar in Sarandë
- ★ 4.9
Saray Sarande
SarandaA restaurant and bar with a kids zone in Sarandë
- ★ 4.8
Restorant Antigonea
PermetPermet's celebrated table on the riverbank, game and partridge meat and the best byrek in Albania with house made raki
- ★ 4.8
Mare Nostrum Cuisine
SarandaAward winning Mediterranean fusion from Trilat, considered the best service in all of Sarande
- ★ 4.8
Mrizi i Zanave Agroturizëm
TiranaAlbania's flagship farm to table destination near the capital, leading the slow food movement where everything is grown on the farm
- ★ 4.8
Marini Restaurant
SarandaSeafood facing a romantic sunset, famous for seafood pappardelle and grilled octopus
- ★ 4.8
Bar Restorant Sofra Përmetare
PermetFresh farm to table local cuisine in Albania's culinary capital, traditional dishes at their best
- ★ 4.8
Paradise Beach Restaurant
VloraAn institution of almost thirty years on the promenade, fresh bay fish, aged steaks and cocktails
- ★ 4.8
Kerculla Resort
GjirokasterA panoramic hilltop terrace with the finest view in the city over the castle and the valley, a sunset dinner destination
- ★ 4.8
Bistro Park
TiranaElegant Albanian Mediterranean cuisine near the Grand Park, always on the list of Tirana's best restaurants
- ★ 4.8
Villa Domenico
KorcaAn elegant traditional restaurant inside the old bazaar, loved for rich local flavors at a fair price
- ★ 4.8
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Lui Potam
HimaraA taverna on Potam beach with a shrimp casserole and a superb seafood linguine
- ★ 4.8
Te Rrapi Qeparo
QeparoA veteran country taverna under a giant plane tree, with homemade byrek
- ★ 4.8
Spaghetteria Luli
DurresA tiny family pasta shop with the best homemade pasta in Albania
- ★ 4.8
Restaurant Arberia Durres
DurresA front row beach restaurant with a steaming shrimp casserole and a red sunset over the sea
- ★ 4.8
Pizzeria Benvenuto Durres
DurresThin Neapolitan pizza charred at the edges with fine Parma prosciutto
- ★ 4.8
Elea
HimaraGreek Mediterranean cuisine on a hilltop garden terrace with moussaka and lamb orzo
- ★ 4.8
Ceni's Restaurant
TiranaA hidden butcher's gem with the freshest cuts in the city, steak tartare and fiorentina
- ★ 4.8
Taverna Xhakaj
VloraA father and son family place with kid on the skewer and lamb over the fire, one of the best meals in Albania
- ★ 4.8
Pasta te Zenga
ShkodraFresh homemade pasta made by the family, a real, warm taste at a fair price
- ★ 4.8
Guva
BeratA grand restaurant for traditional Albanian dishes, a rich and delicious culinary experience
- ★ 4.8
Gurra Family Guesthouse restaurant
ThethA family restaurant in the mountains with traditional home cooked meals, especially warm and tasty
- ★ 4.8
Villa Gjecaj restaurant
ThethAn alpine restaurant with organic farm produce, from the milk to the plate in a rural setting
- ★ 4.8
Zgara Zaloshnja
BeratA hidden culinary gem in Berat with traditional, authentic roasting worth seeking out
- ★ 4.8
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Don Peppe Pizzeria Napoletana
SarandaA highly rated Neapolitan pizzeria in Sarandë
- ★ 4.8
Zonja Gjene
BeratAn affordable, highly rated restaurant in Berat
- ★ 4.8
Bar-Restorant Spiranca
DurresA hugely popular bar and restaurant in Durrës
- ★ 4.8
The Jester's Taverna
HimaraA highly rated taverna in Himarë
- ★ 4.8
Restaurant Jezerca
ThethAn affordable restaurant in the mountain village of Theth
- ★ 4.8
Veranda Restaurant Qeparo
QeparoA highly rated restaurant in Qeparo
- ★ 4.8
Trifilia Slow Food
PermetA highly rated slow food restaurant in Përmet
- ★ 4.8
Taverna Attika
ElbasanA highly rated Greek taverna in Elbasan
- ★ 4.8
Pizza Zone Ksamil
KsamilA highly rated pizzeria in Ksamil
- ★ 4.8
Dominant Food
DurresAn affordable, highly rated restaurant in Durrës
- ★ 4.8
KEY-21 Burger & Grill
KsamilBurgers and grill in Ksamil
- ★ 4.7
Mrizi i Zanave
FishteAlbania's agrotourism gem, a farm to table menu sourced from 400 local farms that earned worldwide recognition
- ★ 4.7
Taverna Tradicionale KARDHASHI
GjirokasterThe most talked about restaurant in the stone city, family run, with qifqi, smoked lamb and a welcome shot
- ★ 4.7
Restorant Bardhi
KrujeA traditional villa restaurant a few steps from the Skanderbeg Museum, a terrace with a stunning view over Kruje and classic Albanian dishes
- ★ 4.7
Balcony Restaurant
SarandaA terrace overlooking the whole bay, an outstanding seafood risotto and grilled octopus, one of the best choices for fish
- ★ 4.7
Gjurma by Aldo Mehmeti
VloraConsidered the best fish restaurant in Vlore, a fresh daily catch on ice and seafood pastas signed by chef Aldo Mehmeti
- ★ 4.7
Bar Restorant Shiroka
ShirokaA lakeside institution since 1996 for traditional lake fish feasts with a stunning view over Lake Shkodra
- ★ 4.7
Olio
DhermiItalian flavors meeting sushi on the waterfront, the seafood dish here earns high praise
- ★ 4.7
Detari Fish & Seafood Restaurant
TiranaThis is where the locals come for seafood, an adjoining fish shop where you pick the fresh catch yourself
- ★ 4.7
Restaurant Mangalemi
BeratBerat's acclaimed traditional table, local goat cheese dishes on a terrace above the old town
- ★ 4.7
Bar Restaurant Elita
ShkodraThe locals' favorite for Albanian grilled meats, among the highest rated restaurants in the city
- ★ 4.7
Pastaria
TiranaOne of Tirana's favorite spots for a great value meal, a rich pasta menu with the best price to quality ratio in the city
- ★ 4.7
Zgara Korçare
TiranaAn iconic Korce style grill restaurant, authentic classic Albanian barbecue that locals have loved for years
- ★ 4.7
Fig and Olive Himare
HimaraA hillside restaurant with a sunset dinner and an octopus salad that is the signature dish
- ★ 4.7
Restaurant Merkur Merkuri
HimaraA hidden romantic courtyard with grilled sea bass and a wonderful stuffed calamari
- ★ 4.7
Vela e Bardhe
DhermiA seaside grill with octopus and lamb chops and a menu at transparent prices
- ★ 4.7
Meison Bistro
DurresSeafood from their own boats and vegetables from the garden right by the sea
- ★ 4.7
Uma Food and Drinks
DurresA promenade corner for seafood, steak and sushi at excellent value
- ★ 4.7
Pastarella Durres
DurresPasta and seafood on the waterfront with a direct view of the marina
- ★ 4.7
Restorant Tradicional Zgara Vlore
VloraA hidden gem far from the promenade with genuinely fresh fish at low prices
- ★ 4.7
Novus Traditional Food
VloraThis is where the locals eat, traditional Albanian dishes with plenty of vegetarian options
- ★ 4.7
Restorant Tymi
TiranaA taverna with old music memorabilia, authentic Albanian food in generous portions at a fair price
- ★ 4.7
Arti'Zanave
ShkodraSlow traditional dishes at a place whose profits support women who escaped violence
- ★ 4.7
Fisi Restaurant
ShkodraA traditional Albanian grill with roast lamb, tave kosi and oven baked vegetables
- ★ 4.7
Tradita te Meri
TiranaA thirty year old family home with tave kosi and meat stews, like eating at a friend's place
- ★ 4.7
Rapsodia
ShkodraA fish and seafood restaurant with an open view of the lake, fresh dishes in a pleasant, relaxed setting
- ★ 4.7
Guesthouse Mehmeti restaurant
ValbonaAuthentic local alpine cuisine, home cooked dishes that give a real taste of the mountains
- ★ 4.7
SOPHRA
SarandaA terrace with a sea view and superb seafood pasta, a winning combination of taste and view
- ★ 4.7
Ostro Beach Bar & Restaurant
KsamilSeafood and grilled octopus at sunset, a delicious experience right by the waves
- ★ 4.7
The Change Restaurant Pogradec
PogradecA modern restaurant in Pogradec specializing in the fresh local koran fish from Lake Ohrid
- ★ 4.7
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Artigiano at Vila
TiranaA hugely popular Italian restaurant in Tirana
- ★ 4.7
Luna Mare Seaside
BorshAn Italian seaside fish restaurant in Borsh, with pizza and pasta
- ★ 4.7
Costa Azul Qeparo
QeparoA restaurant in Qeparo
- ★ 4.6
Artigiano - Pasta Fresca e Mozzarella
TiranaHandmade pasta made fresh every day and Neapolitan pizza from a wood fired oven in the heart of the capital
- ★ 4.6
Piceri Era
TiranaThe original Era in the Blloku district, byrek, kofta and oven baked pies that won over the locals
- ★ 4.6
Restaurant Tradicional Odaja
GjirokasterA rustic traditional stone house, specializing in qifqi, byrek and oshaf, a must in the old town
- ★ 4.6
SushiCo Tirana
TiranaThe well known sushi restaurant in Tirana, sleek modern design and a Japanese, Chinese and Thai menu
- ★ 4.6
Aloni Restaurant
DhermiOne of the veteran restaurants on Dhermi beach, a magical garden atmosphere at golden hour and a beloved seafood dish
- ★ 4.6
To Steki sti Gonia
HimaraA waterfront taverna with seafood considered among the best in Albania at a fair price
- ★ 4.6
Kripe Dhe Piper
VloraMediterranean seafood facing a panoramic view of the Karaburun Peninsula
- ★ 4.6
Aroma
ShkodraA luxurious restaurant with fresh homemade pasta, careful Italian cooking and an indulgent atmosphere
- ★ 4.6
Restaurant Kapiteni
JaleA restaurant for fresh fish and seafood at fair prices in Jal, an excellent choice for a real beach meal
- ★ 4.6
Tre Forchette
VloraA modern restaurant in Vlore with fresh seafood and quality steaks in a contemporary presentation
- ★ 4.6
Piccolo Grande Amore
BeratA romantic terrace in Berat with a stunning panoramic view of the city, perfect for dinner
- ★ 4.6
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Namma
VloraA popular fast food spot in Vlorë
- ★ 4.6
Fabiani Restaurant & Bar
KrujeA restaurant and bar in Krujë
- ★ 4.6
Birrari Panda
KorcaAn affordable beer hall and restaurant in Korçë
- ★ 4.6
Lorenc Secret Garden
BeratA garden restaurant and bar in Berat
- ★ 4.5
The Mussel House Restaurant
KsamilOn Butrint Lake, mussels grown just a few meters from your table, the signature taste of Ksamil
- ★ 4.5
Era Vila
TiranaA veteran institution in the Blloku district with Albanian and Mediterranean cuisine, a beautifully restored villa voted the number one traditional restaurant again and again
- ★ 4.5
Salt Restaurant
TiranaThe capital's cosmopolitan hot spot for fresh fish, sushi and truffle sashimi, one of the most photographed modern dining rooms
- ★ 4.5
Taverna Lefteri
HimaraHimare's veteran taverna since 1998, a legendary grilled octopus and a daily catch on a deck floating above the water
- ★ 4.5
Uka Farm
TiranaFarm to table agrotourism near the airport, a multi course country feast with wine from the estate
- ★ 4.5
REAL SCAMPIS
ElbasanA leading restaurant inside the castle walls, fresh traditional cooking in Elbasan's atmospheric corner
- ★ 4.5
Padam Boutique Hotel & Restaurant
TiranaRomantic fine dining in a beautifully restored 1930s villa, contemporary Albanian cuisine for a perfect evening for two
- ★ 4.5
FindFour
KorcaA four story villa on the main avenue, highly rated modern Albanian cuisine with a terrace overlooking the city
- ★ 4.5
Gusto di Mare and Sushi Time
DurresConsidered the best sushi in the city and well beyond it
- ★ 4.5
Ujvara
TiranaModern global Albanian cuisine, acclaimed, from the hands of a TV star chef
- ★ 4.5
Tradita e Beratit
BeratTraditional Berat cuisine from local ingredients facing the view of the old town
- ★ 4.5
Taverna Antoneta
BoboshticaA garden taverna near Korce with lakror and roast lamb chops from fresh local produce
- ★ 4.5
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Veranda By Apollonia
KsamilA restaurant in Ksamil
- ★ 4.5
Sheqer Pikant
TiranaA restaurant in Tirana
- ★ 4.4
Tradita Geg & Tosk
ShkodraAn atmospheric stone house from 1694 decked in ethnographic costumes with live folk music, Shkodra's signature heritage meal
- ★ 4.4
Taverna Kala
ElbasanA family taverna at the castle gate serving tave kosi from a two hundred year old recipe, Elbasan's signature dish
- ★ 4.4
Restaurant Pulebardha
VloraA veteran seaside institution famous for generous seafood platters and fresh fish on the grill
- ★ 4.4
Observatory Restaurant
SarandaRefined Mediterranean cuisine with local octopus and regional olive oil, alongside a sea view and cocktails
- ★ 4.4
Rilindja Restaurant
ValbonaValbona's veteran and beloved restaurant, roast kid and northern Albanian dishes from the farm beneath the peaks
- ★ 4.4
Azul by Havana
DhermiA luxury beach club with seafood, fresh crudo and refreshing salads
- ★ 4.4
Taverna Oxhaku
SarandaA traditional grill famous for fish over the fire and lamb at fair prices
- ★ 4.4
Restaurant Te Bequa
SarandaReal Albanian home cooking that the locals love, generous and cheap far from the tourist traps
- ★ 4.4
Gaia Fish Restaurant
VloraOne of Vlore's leading spots for fresh fish, a stunning beach view alongside quality plating
- ★ 4.4
Vertigo Bar Restorant
DurresA bar and restaurant in Durrës
- ★ 4.4
The Sea Vlore
VloraA seafront restaurant in Vlorë
- ★ 4.4
Beach Bar Restaurant Panorama Ksamil
KsamilA seafood restaurant on the beach in Ksamil
- ★ 4.3
Oda Restaurant
TiranaThe address for traditional, authentic Albanian cuisine in the heart of the capital, a meal that feels like grandma's kitchen
- ★ 4.3
Restaurant Vila Verde
DurresA beloved restaurant on the Adriatic shore with fresh seafood and an open sea view, a culinary institution in Durres
- ★ 4.2
Mullixhiu
TiranaChef Bledi's restaurant that reinvents Albanian cuisine using only local ingredients
🥙 Street food
- ★ 5.0
Traditional Food Balcony View
GjirokasterA dining terrace in Gjirokaster famous for the local rice balls, a unique dish worth tasting
- ★ 4.9
Shija e Saçit
KorcaA tiny corner in the old bazaar that makes lakror and pies over coals before your eyes
- ★ 4.9
Brothers Grill
HimaraTop rated street food with gyros and juicy skewers right on the beach
- ★ 4.9
Gusta la Puglia
VloraA panini shop from Puglia with some of the tastiest sandwiches in the city
- ★ 4.9
Triangolo Crepes & Waffles
KsamilA crepe and sweet pie stand in Ksamil, a quick stop for a light, tasty snack on a stroll along the promenade
- ★ 4.8
Petra Jon
SarandaThe best byrek bakery near the port, spinach and ricotta byrek and a famous komshtor with lines every morning
- ★ 4.8
Bule's Best Byrek in Town
TiranaA bustling local byrek corner with spinach, cheese, tomato, pea and meat fillings
- ★ 4.7
Gelato La Nocciola
TiranaA beloved Italian gelato with three branches in Tirana, consistently rated among the best in the city
- ★ 4.7
Byrektore Albani
TiranaA hidden, tiny byrek shop, cheese, spinach and tomato for fifty lek, fresh and crisp all day
- ★ 4.7
Flair Bakery
DurresA cozy bakery with crisp byrek and a pistachio croissant you cannot stop at
- ★ 4.7
Puri
ShkodraA local street food stall with pilaf and slow cooked beef, an authentic country taste
- ★ 4.6
Gelateria Gusto
SarandaCreamy Italian gelato on Sarande's promenade, with a loyal summer crowd that returns again and again
- ★ 4.6
Pasticeri Nefeli
TiranaA beloved neighborhood pastry shop with fresh cakes, kadaif and homemade ice cream
- ★ 4.6
Gelateria Iceland
VloraA famous gelateria on the main street, salted caramel and pistachio alongside waffles and great tourist cheer
- ★ 4.6
Memaj Bakery & Pastry
KsamilA local bakery with fresh pastries and burek, a sweet and filling stop along the way
- ★ 4.5
Byrek Special Luani
TiranaA legendary byrektore in the city center, people queue for hot tomato and onion byrek straight from the oven
- ★ 4.5
Aroma 1993
TiranaA veteran institution of Albanian ice cream and traditional sweets, a beloved meeting point for decades near the center
- ★ 4.5
SOMEG
TiranaA beloved local bakery chain since 1997, known for exceptional byrek and a wide selection of fresh breads
- ★ 4.5
Byrekë të çastit
TiranaA byrek institution a step from Skanderbeg Square, melting in your mouth straight off the tray
- ★ 4.5
Pasticeri Oraldi
ShkodraA beloved city pastry shop, traditional cakes and sweets, a local sweet stop you can count on
- ★ 4.4
Tek Zgara Tirones
TiranaA simple charcoal grill institution for kofta and kebab with bread and onion, always full of locals
- ★ 4.4
Stephen Center
TiranaA veteran spot famous for the best waffles in the city and a hearty, filling American breakfast
☕ Cafes
- ★ 5.0
URA Specialty Coffee
VloraThe city's leading roaster for quality coffee, pour over and coffee tonic from Ethiopia to Colombia
- ★ 5.0
R C Coffee & More
GjirokasterBreakfast and coffee in Gjirokastër, with a perfect rating
- ★ 4.9
Fabrika
TiranaAn artisanal gelateria with a large vegan selection, salted caramel and pistachio that visitors keep praising
- ★ 4.9
Caffe Italia
SarandaA waterfront cafe with scenic outdoor seating, baristas who take pride in every cup
- ★ 4.9
Streha Coffee & Community
TiranaThe highest rated cafe in Tirana for 2025, a well designed community hub loved by locals and nomads alike
- ★ 4.9
KOA Brunch & Vino
TiranaA small, well designed gem for brunch and wine, careful aesthetics for a slow morning and pretty photos
- ★ 4.9
Pasticeri Likaj
VloraA veteran Italian institution on the seafront promenade, with brioche, fresh pastries and ice cream every morning
- ★ 4.9
Moyo Food & Drink
BeratA cafe in Berat serving a modern take on classic Albanian dishes in a pleasant atmosphere
- ★ 4.9
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Te Taverna Borsh
BorshA small, highly rated cafe in Borsh
- ★ 4.9
Anemone
HimaraA highly rated coffee shop in Himarë
- ★ 4.9
Easy Coffee & Brunch
VloraA highly rated cafe and brunch spot in Vlorë
- ★ 4.8
IN'S
TiranaAlbania's most viral brunch, next to the Air Albania Stadium and run by a local celebrity chef
- ★ 4.8
Rubi Coffee
TiranaA talked about cafe in Blloku with beans from Copenhagen and Rome, a favorite of the new coffee scene
- ★ 4.8
Mimoza n'Qoshe
TiranaA warm quality coffee corner with beans from Milan, a choice that marks Tirana's rising scene
- ★ 4.8
Polonia Coffee House
SarandaA lovely cafe on the water for espresso, crepes and homemade desserts, a beloved place to sit facing the sea
- ★ 4.8
Pasticeri Ola
SarandaA charming local patisserie in the city center, with a selection of indulgent sweets alongside a cup of coffee
- ★ 4.8
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Tony's American Restaurant & Coffee Shop
TiranaThe best American breakfast in the city: pancakes, waffles and eggs benedict
- ★ 4.7
Stolia Coffeehouse and Brunch
ShkodraShkodra's stylish brunch treat with an inviting garden, avocado toast and croissants that sell out fast
- ★ 4.7
Kube
GjirokasterAn atmospheric cafe in a vaulted stone building beneath the mosque, the best Albanian coffee in the city and fresh juices
- ★ 4.7
Plaz'Oro
TiranaAn elegant slice of Italy near Skanderbeg Square, refined pastries and authentic espresso
- ★ 4.7
Oborri
TiranaA hidden garden brunch beneath the lemon trees, with croque madame and cocktails in a relaxed setting
- ★ 4.7
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Radio Bar
TiranaA cult cafe bar in Blloku packed with old radios and remnants of the communist era, an atmospheric, photographed corner
- ★ 4.6
D'Angelo Chocolate & Coffee
TiranaA paradise for sweet lovers with chocolate waffles, Nutella and pistachio crepes and Italian ice cream
- ★ 4.6
Caramel Café Lounge
GjirokasterA clean, modern lounge near the old bazaar, with fine coffee, excellent sweets and a terrace overlooking the city
- ★ 4.6
Bar Kafe Enea
SarandaA cafe serving brunch in Sarandë
- ★ 4.6
Eleni's Country Breakfast & Boutique
HimaraCountry breakfasts and a boutique in Himarë
- ★ 4.5
Hana Corner Cafe
TiranaFarm to table brunch and a superb pour over with roasted beans in Sarande, a beloved coffee corner near Blloku
- ★ 4.5
Çoko Bistro Bar
TiranaA brunch institution in Blloku specializing in eggs benedict and refreshing shakes, worth booking ahead
- ★ 4.5
Antigua Specialty Coffee
TiranaA pioneer of Albanian specialty coffee and the only roaster of its own beans in the country, a third wave cafe near Blloku
- ★ 4.5
NOOR Coffee and Fine Food
TiranaA tiny, well designed cafe near the Tirana castle with a garden entrance and a rooftop terrace, great coffee and seasonal lunch
- ★ 4.5
The Coffee Lab
TiranaAn in house boutique roastery with leather sofas beneath the lighting and hanging plants, a destination for getting hooked on modern Albanian coffee
- ★ 4.5
Café Botanica
TiranaA green, light filled brunch corner with a pistachio croissant and quality coffee for photography lovers
- ★ 4.5
Mulliri (Tirana center)
TiranaAn affordable coffee shop in central Tirana
- ★ 4.5
Coffee House Elbasan
ElbasanAn affordable coffee shop in Elbasan
- ★ 4.4
Gelateria Çela
DurresA legendary gelateria on the promenade, a must stop with Sicilian Bronte pistachio loved across Albania
- ★ 4.4
Cafe del Mar Vlore
VloraThe ultimate sunset viewpoint over the whole promenade and the sea, the classic spot for coffee and an aperitif
- ★ 4.4
Le Bon
TiranaA French style patisserie considered the best bakery in Albania, with a pistachio croissant and tiramisu at a laughable price
- ★ 4.4
Hashtag2
SarandaA cafe with avocado toast and coffee with plant milk, a refreshing option for health lovers
- ★ 4.4
Mulliri
TiranaA coffee shop in Tirana
- ★ 4.4
Mulliri (Vlore)
VloraAn affordable coffee shop on Vlorë's Independence Square
- ★ 4.3
Limani Bar Restaurant
SarandaA cafe on the marina front with shaded tables, a quiet place for a break by the water
🍸 Bars & nightlife
- ★ 5.0
Spy Bar Tirana
TiranaA hidden speakeasy style bar beneath a camera shop, one of the buzzing, tucked away cocktail dens
- ★ 5.0
Cuba Libre Vlore
VloraOne of the legendary beach clubs, Latin music and dancing under the stars right at the water's edge
- ★ 5.0
Vibez Café
ShkodraA cocktail bar in central Shkodra
- ★ 4.9
Tipsy Drinks & More
SarandaA stylish rooftop terrace on the promenade with gin based cocktails and comfortable prices
- ★ 4.9
Vamos Cocktail Bar
KsamilA cocktail bar in Ksamil
- ★ 4.8
Jericho Cocktail Bar
SarandaOne of Sarande's best cocktail bars on the seafront promenade, a rich menu and an open view of the bay
- ★ 4.8
Nouvelle Vague
TiranaThe city's celebrated cocktail bar, an intimate spot in Blloku that made the world's fifty best list
- ★ 4.8
Lido Cocktail Bar
HimaraA waterfront cocktail bar with a generous happy hour and the most relaxed vibe on the Riviera
- ★ 4.8
Hou Nalu
SarandaA rooftop cocktail bar with original recipes, a live DJ and a bay view
- ★ 4.8
BoHo Livadh
HimaraA boho chic beach club with the freshest cocktails on the coast and a DJ until dawn
- ★ 4.8
Ventus Harbor Bar
DurresA stylish pier bar with sunset drinks, an enchanting sea view and a stylish atmosphere
- ★ 4.8
Vibe 360 Cocktail & Food Bar
SarandaA rooftop lounge with a full panoramic view and hookah, a perfect spot for a cocktail on an easy evening
- ★ 4.8
Varka Bar
HimaraOne of the best bars in Himare, a relaxed and stylish vibe for a seaside evening drink
- ★ 4.8
Friends Beach Bar
JaleAn inviting beach bar in Jal with a warm, friendly vibe, a great place to relax with a drink and your feet in the sand
- ★ 4.8
Good Vibes Bar Berat
BeratA cocktail bar by the Gorica riverbank in Berat, a great place to end the day
- ★ 4.8
Foga Lounge
KsamilA lounge bar in Ksamil
- ★ 4.8
Shisha Room
TiranaA cocktail bar in Tirana's New Bazaar
- ★ 4.8
- ★ 4.8
Naluu Beach Bar
SarandaA highly rated beach bar in Sarandë, also a pizzeria and restaurant
- ★ 4.7
Serendipity
TiranaA Blloku institution for creative cocktails and a globally inspired menu, a buzzing rooftop on summer nights
- ★ 4.7
Tulla Culture Center
TiranaAn indie culture center and live music stage with shows and DJ nights, a cornerstone of Tirana's creative scene
- ★ 4.7
Nur
ShkodraA lively bar on the pedestrian street, a great spot for nights out and a friendly atmosphere
- ★ 4.6
Illyrian Garden
DurresA well designed cocktail bar with pizza and fine drinks, a beloved place for a pleasant evening
- ★ 4.6
Bocana Beach Borsh
BorshA beach bar in Borsh
- ★ 4.6
Sarajet Beach
DhermiA beach bar in Dhërmi
- ★ 4.6
Fix si Qemoti Korce
KorcaA bar and grill in Korçë
- ★ 4.5
Sky Tower Bar
TiranaThe capital's iconic revolving 360 degree rooftop bar, the classic panorama for a sunset drink over the city
- ★ 4.5
Poda Ksamil
KsamilA beach lounge with the famous swing over the water and an island view, an Instagram magnet from morning to night
- ★ 4.5
Duff Garden
TiranaA green, open garden bar in the heart of Blloku, a relaxed and beloved spot for a drink at any age
- ★ 4.5
Hemingway Bar
TiranaA bohemian jazz oasis near Skanderbeg Square, over a hundred kinds of rum and rotating live acts
- ★ 4.4
Lost Seaside Club
SarandaSarande's new hot spot, international DJs, theme parties and a huge dance floor above the sea
- ★ 4.4
Komiteti Kafe Muzeum
TiranaA cafe museum by day and a raki bar with live music by night, packed with communist era relics and loved by all
- ★ 4.4
Colonial Cocktails Academy
TiranaThe first cocktail bar in Tirana with hundreds of bottles and experimental drinks made from Albanian ingredients
- ★ 4.4
Eden Garden Rooftop
TiranaA rooftop on the 14th floor with sushi, cocktails and a live DJ and a breathtaking view of the whole city
- ★ 4.4
Locca Rooftop
HimaraA rooftop bar in Himare with fine cocktails and a mesmerizing view of the sea and sunset
- ★ 4.4
Salinas Beach Bar
DhermiA beach bar in Dhermi with pop, nighttime bonfires and a lively neon vibe into the small hours
- ★ 4.4
Millennium Garden
TiranaA bar in Tirana
- ★ 4.4
Bar Oslo
TiranaA small, affordable bar in Tirana
- ★ 4.4
Mirai Club Resto Lounge
DurresA lounge bar and club in Durrës
- ★ 4.3
Luciano Dhermi
DhermiDhermi's flagship beach club, sun soaked day parties facing the turquoise sea
🏛️ Sights & heritage
- ★ 4.8
Zekate House
GjirokasterThe most impressive Ottoman mansion in the city, two towers and stunning stone arches, an architectural icon
- ★ 4.8
Resurrection Cathedral
KorcaThe largest Orthodox cathedral in Albania, a colorful, towering landmark that dominates Korce's skyline
- ★ 4.8
Karavasta Lagoon
DivjakaThe only nesting site on Albania's coasts of the Dalmatian pelican, among sand dunes and salt marshes
- ★ 4.8
Haxhi Ali Cave
KaraburunA vast sea cave entered by boat on the Karaburun route, with glowing turquoise water
- ★ 4.8
Rruga Kolë Idromeno (Pedonalja Shkodër)
ShkodraShkodra's colorful pedestrian street, a stone street with Venetian houses, cafes and shops, the heart of the city
- ★ 4.7
Berat Castle
BeratA living medieval castle where families still live within its walls, the crown of the city of a thousand windows
- ★ 4.7
Grand Park of Tirana
TiranaThe city's green lung around an artificial lake, perfect for running, a picnic and boating for all ages
- ★ 4.7
Resurrection of Christ Orthodox Cathedral
TiranaOne of the largest Orthodox cathedrals in the Balkans, striking modern architecture steps from the central square
- ★ 4.7
National Museum of Medieval Art
KorcaThe best collection of Byzantine icons in Albania, more than seven thousand works, the foremost museum of sacred art
- ★ 4.7
Church of the Holy Trinity (Berat)
BeratThe most photogenic Byzantine church in the fortress, magical at sunset over the olive groves and the Osum valley
- ★ 4.7
Sotira Waterfall
GramshA dramatic waterfall bursting straight from the rock wall at the end of a wild hiking trail, spectacular at the peak of the snowmelt
- ★ 4.7
Bylis Archaeological Park
MallakasterAn ancient Illyrian hilltop city with a theater and stadium and an open view of the Vjosa valley with almost no tourists
- ★ 4.7
Voskopojë (Voskopoja) Churches
VoskopojaA mountain village that was a Balkan culture center, with ancient Orthodox churches and famous frescoes
- ★ 4.7
Peshtura Waterfall
ProgonatA tall waterfall in an isolated canyon far from the known trails, that became a social media hit
- ★ 4.7
King's Mosque (Xhamia e Mbretit)
DurresA regal Ottoman style mosque from 1931, an impressive historic site to visit
- ★ 4.6
Butrint National Park
ButrintAn entire ancient city inside a lagoon, Greece, Rome and Byzantium spanning 2,500 years of history
- ★ 4.6
Gjirokastër Castle
GjirokasterThe largest fortress in Albania crowning the stone city, cannons, a captured American spy plane and a breathtaking view
- ★ 4.6
Kruja Castle
KrujeThe hilltop fortress of national hero Skanderbeg, Albania's symbol of resistance with a view stretching to the Adriatic Sea
- ★ 4.6
Rozafa Castle
ShkodraAn Illyrian hilltop fortress with legendary walls and a view spreading over three rivers and a lake, the icon of the north
- ★ 4.6
Bunk'Art 1
TiranaA mighty five story nuclear bunker turned museum, a full underground congress hall and the most talked about site in Albania
- ★ 4.6
Korça Old Bazaar
KorcaA beautifully restored 15th century stone paved market, the picturesque heart of the Paris of Albania
- ★ 4.6
Lungomare Vlorë
VloraA 3.8 kilometer beach promenade of white pebbles, the beating heart of the city where everyone gathers for the evening stroll
- ★ 4.6
Skanderbeg Museum
KrujeAn iconic brutalist museum inside the castle that tells the story of Skanderbeg, one of the most visited landmarks in Albania
- ★ 4.6
Gorica Bridge
BeratAn arched stone bridge from the late 18th century connecting the two old quarters over the Osum River
- ★ 4.6
Ebu Bekr Mosque
ShkodraA magnificent white marble mosque on the central square, the best known landmark on Shkodra's skyline
- ★ 4.6
Onufri National Iconographic Museum
BeratInside the cathedral in the castle, more than two hundred Byzantine icons and the masterpieces of Onufri
- ★ 4.6
Preza Castle
PrezeA medieval hilltop fortress above the Tirana plain, with free binoculars to watch planes at sunset
- ★ 4.6
Old Bazaar of Gjirokaster (Pazari i Vjeter)
GjirokasterA stone paved Ottoman bazaar with stone houses, crafts and cafes, the heart of the city declared a world heritage site
- ★ 4.6
Ali Pasha Bridge
GjirokasterAn arch surviving from Ali Pasha's aqueduct, a beloved photo destination at golden hour within walking distance of the bazaar
- ★ 4.6
Kruja Ethnographic Museum
KrujeAn 18th century Ottoman mansion that lovingly preserves the daily life of a well to do Albanian family
- ★ 4.6
Ottoman Kadiut Bridge
Benja springsAn 18th century stone bridge arching gracefully over the Langarica gorge right by the Benje hot springs
- ★ 4.6
Old Bazaar Gjirokastër
GjirokasterA 500 year old stone paved Ottoman bazaar at the foot of the fortress, the most photographed street in the stone city
- ★ 4.6
National Education Museum of the First Albanian School
KorcaA museum in the building of the first school in the Albanian language, a founding story of national identity
- ★ 4.5
Skanderbeg Square
TiranaThe vast square and beating heart of the capital, the Skanderbeg equestrian statue surrounded by all the city's landmarks
- ★ 4.5
Apollonia Archaeological Park
FierThe vast ruins of an ancient Greek and Roman city with an impressive monument facade, one of the most important archaeological sites
- ★ 4.5
Et'hem Bey Mosque
TiranaAn early 19th century Ottoman mosque on the main square, famous for rare wall paintings of trees, waterfalls and bridges
- ★ 4.5
Mesi Bridge
ShkodraA magnificent 18th century Ottoman stone bridge with 15 arches over the river, a classic photo stop near the city
- ★ 4.5
Elbasan Castle
ElbasanA Roman Ottoman fortress whose walled quarter is a living ancient town of mosques, churches and old alleys
- ★ 4.5
Skenduli House
GjirokasterThe Ottoman house most worth touring inside, a maze of hammams and carved ceilings shown by the owner family
- ★ 4.5
Marubi National Museum of Photography
ShkodraThe first photography museum in the Balkans, keeping the very first photograph ever taken in Albania, a cultural must
- ★ 4.5
Petrela Castle
PetreleA Byzantine fortress above the Erzen valley with olive groves and a Balkan panorama, a classic view for a day trip from Tirana
- ★ 4.5
Ali Pasha Castle
ButrintAn island fortress reached only by boat at the mouth of the channel, a perfect atmospheric addition to a Butrint visit
- ★ 4.5
Guri i Qytetit
PermetA giant rock with metal stairs to a 360 degree view over the wild Vjosa River, Permet's sunset landmark
- ★ 4.5
Divjakë-Karavasta National Park
DivjakaThe largest lagoon in Albania with a wooden trail through pines, sunsets from the boat and flocks of rare pelicans
- ★ 4.5
Photography Museum Gjon Mili
KorcaA charming photography museum honoring the famous magazine photographer born in the city, a heritage stop that completes the Balkan photo story
- ★ 4.4
Venetian Tower of Durrës
DurresA restored 15th century coastal tower turned first of its kind heritage center, a landmark in the old castle walls
- ★ 4.4
Kanina Castle
VloraAn ancient hilltop fortress on the outskirts of Vlore, with a generous view over the whole coast and both seas
- ★ 4.4
National Ethnographic Museum Berat
BeratA museum in an old Ottoman house in Berat that presents the traditional Albanian way of life in depth
- ★ 4.4
Toptani Shopping Center
TiranaA modern mall in Tirana with about a hundred shops and boutiques, a convenient option for shopping in the capital
- ★ 4.3
Bunk'Art 2
TiranaA secret bunker in the heart of the city that became a chilling museum of the years of communist repression
- ★ 4.3
House of Leaves
TiranaThe regime's secret surveillance museum, one of the most chilling and talked about museums in the capital
- ★ 4.3
Porto Palermo Castle
HimaraAli Pasha's fortress on a spit of land sloping into a turquoise bay
- ★ 4.3
Zvernec Monastery
VloraA Byzantine monastery on a small island in the lagoon, a long wooden bridge leading to it between pines
- ★ 4.3
Gjirokaster Cold War Tunnel
GjirokasterA secret bunker tunnel beneath the stone city, a chilling window into the Cold War years
- ★ 4.3
Pazari i Ri (New Bazaar) Tirana
TiranaTirana's new market, a lively square of vegetable, cheese and restaurant stalls all around, the heart of the local culinary scene
- ★ 4.2
Pyramid of Tirana
TiranaThe brutalist pyramid that underwent a dizzying transformation, the city's symbol and the most sought after photo spot
- ★ 4.2
Tanners Bridge Ura e Tabakeve
TiranaA tiny Ottoman stone bridge in the heart of Tirana, one of the most photographed images in the city
- ★ 4.1
Durres Amphitheatre
DurresThe largest Roman amphitheater in the entire Balkans, carved into the heart of the seaside city
- ★ 4.0
National History Museum
TiranaThe largest national museum in Albania, the famous mosaic on its facade tells the whole story of the nation
🏖️ Beaches & beach clubs
- ★ 4.8
Grama Bay
KaraburunA crescent of white sand beneath limestone cliffs carved with ancient sailors' inscriptions, an icon reached only by boat
- ★ 4.8
Pigeon Cave Beach
The RivieraA dramatic sea cave and bay reached only by boat, a signature stop on Himare boat trips
- ★ 4.7
Porto Palermo Beach
The RivieraA sheltered bay at the foot of Ali Pasha's sea castle, calm turquoise water that looks like a postcard
- ★ 4.6
Gjipe Beach
DhermiA hidden cove at the end of a canyon, one of the most photographed beaches on the coast
- ★ 4.6
Gjiri i Akuariumit
HimaraA tiny stone cove with glass clear water, a viral boating hit between Jale and Livadhi
- ★ 4.6
Rana e Hedhun
The northDramatic sand dunes up to eighty meters high meeting the Adriatic, one of the most photogenic beaches in Albania
- ★ 4.5
Dhërmi Beach
DhermiThe beach that made the Riviera fashionable, white pebbles, glowing turquoise water and chic clubs at one end
- ★ 4.5
Livadhi Beach
HimaraThe most family friendly stretch on the Riviera, long and shallow and framed by pines just north of Himare
- ★ 4.5
Borsh Beach
BorshThe longest beach in Albania, seven kilometers of empty pebbles beneath an old Ottoman village
- ★ 4.5
Drymades Beach
DhermiThe most stylish bay in Albania, white pebbles beneath the mountains and blue water that looks retouched
- ★ 4.5
Gjiri i Lalzit
The northA long golden sand bay backed by a pine forest, one of the popular summer escapes near Tirana
- ★ 4.5
Filikuri Beach
HimaraA hidden bay backed by cliffs reached only by boat or a hard trail, cold springs keep the water cool
- ★ 4.5
Lukova Beach
The RivieraOne of the most beautiful beaches in Albania, white sand and pure greenish water in an authentic, quiet village
- ★ 4.5
Palasa Beach
The RivieraThe first beach in Albania to win a Blue Flag, a kilometer and a half of white pebbles and turquoise water beneath Llogara
- ★ 4.5
Velipojë Beach
The northThe northernmost beach in Albania, four kilometers of golden sand and shallow water safe for families
- ★ 4.5
Bunec Beach
The RivieraA stunning pebble bay where a cold freshwater stream pours into the sea, loved for swimming and sunset
- ★ 4.5
Black Pearl Beach Club
KsamilClear water and a white sand beach, one of the most stunning beaches in the area
- ★ 4.4
Jale Beach (Plazhi i Jalit)
HimaraA bohemian bay loved by the Riviera's relaxed beach bar scene and young crowd
- ★ 4.4
Qeparo Beach
QeparoA bay among olive groves with a beach promenade between Porto Palermo and Borsh, slow, classic Riviera charm
- ★ 4.4
Spile Beach
HimaraThe central city beach, fishing boats and tavernas right at your feet and coffee a few steps from the water
- ★ 4.4
Currila Beach
DurresA lively beach with bars and restaurants nearby, perfect for a sunny day with a buzzing atmosphere
- ★ 4.2
Ksamil Beach
KsamilAlbania's flagship beach with tiny islands peeking out of water as clear as the Caribbean
- ★ 4.1
Pulebardha Beach
KsamilA beautiful pebble beach near Ksamil with glass clear water, a quiet corner far from the crowd
⛰️ Nature & mountains
- ★ 5.0
Osumi Canyon
BeratThe Grand Canyon of Albania, towering limestone walls and waterfalls, the number one rafting destination in the country from Berat
- ★ 4.8
Llogara National Park
LlogaraThe place where the mountains meet the sea, black pines, alpine meadows, sea eagles and Caesar's mountain pass
- ★ 4.8
Theth National Park
ThethThe heart of the Accursed Mountains, stone villages, towering limestone peaks and the gateway to the best trails in the Alps
- ★ 4.8
Grunas Waterfall
ThethA thirty meter waterfall and a protected natural monument, a short walk from the village of Theth in the heart of the Alps
- ★ 4.8
Gamti Mountain
Mount DajtiThe famous two hour hike to the viewpoint, with a hundred and eighty degree panorama over a turquoise lake
- ★ 4.8
Shala River
Lake KomanThe Thailand of Albania: impossibly turquoise water in a hidden canyon reached only by boat
- ★ 4.8
Theth Church (Kisha e Thethit)
ThethA stone church from 1892 standing beneath jagged peaks, the most photographed church in Albania
- ★ 4.8
Prespa Lakes
KorcaUNESCO twin lakes at the tripoint of three borders with pelicans and no crowds
- ★ 4.8
Blue Eye of Theth (Syri i Kaltër)
ThethA deep sky blue karst spring pool in the heart of nature, one of the most spectacular sights in Albania
- ★ 4.8
Valbona Valley National Park
ValbonaA national park with dramatic peaks and a breathtaking river valley, a paradise for nature lovers
- ★ 4.8
Karaburun Peninsula
VloraA wild, protected peninsula near Vlore, stunning sea caves and turquoise water barely touched
- ★ 4.7
Blue Eye of Theth
ThethAn electric blue spring pool surrounded by cliffs at the end of a breathtaking trail, the most sought after photo in the Alps
- ★ 4.7
Langarica Canyon
Benja springsA dramatic seven kilometer gorge with walls a hundred and fifty meters high, a hike that starts right from the baths
- ★ 4.7
Sari Salltik
KrujeA shrine and cave at Kruje on a cliff a thousand one hundred and seventy six meters above the city, a breathtaking Adriatic view
- ★ 4.7
Llogara Pass
LlogaraA dizzying mountain road plunging from pine forest down to the Riviera, one of Albania's defining viewpoints
- ★ 4.7
Lake Bovilla
Mount DajtiA turquoise mountain reservoir surrounded by dramatic cliffs near Tirana, one of the most spectacular views in central Albania
- ★ 4.7
Vjosa River
PermetOne of the last wild rivers in Europe, the turquoise lifeline of the Permet valley declared a national reserve
- ★ 4.7
Mount Tomorr National Park
BeratA towering sacred giant rising 2416 meters above Berat, a Bektashi pilgrimage summit with alpine trails and a view to Italy
- ★ 4.7
Ksamil Islands
KsamilA cluster of tiny turquoise islands you can swim or boat to, the postcard everyone chases
- ★ 4.7
Maja e Çikës
LlogaraThe high peak of the Riviera at 2044 meters rising straight from the sea, a 360 degree view over the Ionian coast
- ★ 4.7
Lura National Park
DiberTwelve glacial lakes in a pine forest, a former royal hunting reserve
- ★ 4.7
Nivica Canyon
TepelenaA deep, dramatic gorge in Kurbnesh, one of the longest canyons in Europe
- ★ 4.7
Lake Shkodra
ShkodraThe largest lake in the Balkans, a bird reserve and calm swimming at Shiroka
- ★ 4.7
Rrogami Waterfall (Valbona Waterfall)
ValbonaA waterfall in the forest near the small village, a pleasant walk in wild, fresh nature
- ★ 4.7
Komani Lake
Lake KomanAn artificial lake between dramatic cliffs shaped like a fjord, a spectacular cruise not to be missed
- ★ 4.6
Cave of Pëllumbas
PellumbasAn ancient karst cave 40 thousand years old, reached by a scenic trek and revealing one of Albania's most dramatic caves
- ★ 4.6
Bredhi i Hotovës National Park
PermetA vast national reserve of Balkan fir forest above Permet, the region's green nature for hiking and clear mountain air
- ★ 4.5
Benja Thermal Baths
Benja springsThe most beautiful hot springs in Albania in the view of many, steaming stone pools in a canyon by an Ottoman bridge
- ★ 4.5
Drilon National Park
PogradecClear springs, willow lined channels and pedal boats near Lake Ohrid, a green and dreamy oasis
- ★ 4.5
Bogova Waterfall
Osum CanyonA lovely waterfall into a cool emerald pool, the classic swimming stop on any trip to the Osum canyon
- ★ 4.4
Syri i Kaltër Blue Eye
SarandaAn intense turquoise karst spring bubbling up from a hidden depth, Albania's viral icon
📸 Viewpoints
- ★ 4.9
Valbona Pass
ValbonaA mountain pass at 1800 meters in Valbona with a stunning panoramic view of the Albanian Alps
- ★ 4.9
Mangalem Quarter
BeratThe iconic quarter of Berat, known as the city of a thousand windows, the most classic viewpoint in the city
- ★ 4.6
Sarandë Promenade
SarandaA palm lined promenade along the bay, a pleasant walk with an endless sea view
- ★ 4.3
Lëkurësi Castle
SarandaAn Ottoman hilltop fortress with a stunning view of the bay, a perfect photo spot
- ★ 4.3
Dajti Tower Restaurant
Mount DajtiA clifftop restaurant in Dajti with floor to ceiling windows and a stunning mountain view, an unforgettable meal with a vista
⛵ Experiences
- ★ 5.0
Communist History Tour & Street Food Tirana
TiranaAn acclaimed tour tracing the dictatorship's legacy alongside kofta, raki and street food, the city's signature guided experience
- ★ 5.0
Rafting Vjosa Albania
PermetWhite water rafting on one of the last wild rivers in Europe, cliff jumps and swimming stops
- ★ 5.0
Cooking Class Tirana
TiranaA traditional Albanian cooking workshop with a professional chef, making byrek and tave kosi and tasting raki alongside cultural stories
- ★ 4.9
Vlora Boat Trips 3 Fiori
VloraThe liveliest way to see the marine park, speedboats to Karaburun and Sazan with thousands of excellent reviews
- ★ 4.9
Alpeta Agrotourism & Winery
RoshnikAn estate on the slope beneath Mount Tomorr for vineyard tours, local wine tastings and farm to table meals
- ★ 4.9
Nurellari Winery
BeratAn organic family winery whose red was named the best Albanian wine, a must stop on Berat tours
- ★ 4.9
Ksamil Islands Boat Tour
KsamilA motorboat cruise to the islands, the Pigeon Cave and Mirror Beach with snorkeling stops along the way
- ★ 4.9
Venice Art Mask Factory
ShkodraA family workshop that handcrafts Venetian masks, the very masks that starred in Kubrick's film
- ★ 4.9
Sea Breeze Boat Tours Himarë
HimaraA fast cruise day along the Riviera to hidden bays and sea caves reached only by boat
- ★ 4.9
Skysports Albania - Paragliding Llogara
LlogaraA paragliding launch from a thousand meters above turquoise water and a landing on Palase beach, the thrill that marks the Riviera
- ★ 4.9
Valbona to Theth Trek
The AlpsA legendary mountain pass through the Accursed Mountains, the most famous trek in the entire Balkans
- ★ 4.9
Drin Canyon Kayak
ShkodraA northern water experience in the Drin canyon, kayaking between cliffs and wild landscapes
- ★ 4.8
Rafting in Osumi Canyons Albania Adventure Berat
Osum CanyonAn iconic spring shanman cruise through the Osum gorge past waterfalls and narrow walls, the region's defining adventure
- ★ 4.8
Bar Restorant Mesonjetorja
KorcaClassic Korce family cooking served to live serenades, the atmospheric taste of the city of serenades
- ★ 4.8
Saranda Jeep
SarandaAn open jeep off road safari to Tira, a hidden beach and viewpoints over Ksamil and Corfu
- ★ 4.7
Cobo Winery
BeratAlbania's famous winery, four generations and the award winning Puls wine, cellar tours and generous tastings
- ★ 4.7
Komani Lake & Shala River Boat Tour
Lake KomanA green fjord cruise and then pure turquoise river water, Albania's signature sea day nicknamed the Maldives
- ★ 4.7
Pupa Winery
BeratA family wine cellar near Berat for vineyard tours and tastings of local Albanian varieties alongside country cooking
- ★ 4.7
Mount Dajti National Park
TiranaThe playground on the mountain summit across the cable car, panoramic scenic trails and a refreshing escape from the city
- ★ 4.7
Sazan Island & Karaburun Boat Tour
VloraA fast cruise to the largest island in Albania, a former military base, alongside a cave and hidden bays
- ★ 4.6
Komani Lake Ferry
Lake KomanA legendary ferry between cliffs in a fjord like turquoise canyon, one of the most beautiful cruises in the world
- ★ 4.6
Luani Winery
BeratThe largest winery in Albania near Berat, a popular cellar visit for tasting local grapes and raki
- ★ 4.4
Dajti Ekspres Cable Car
TiranaA cable car to the top of Mount Dajti with a stunning panorama over all of Tirana
- ★ 4.4
Old Bazaar of Kruja
KrujeA fifteenth century Ottoman bazaar with carpets, antiques and felt craft, the most photographed market in central Albania
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Common questions
What are the best things to do in Albania?
It depends on your taste: the Riviera beaches of Himara and Dhermi, the stone cities of Berat and Gjirokaster (both UNESCO World Heritage sites), wild nature in the Alps (Theth and Valbona), and excellent Mediterranean food at easy prices. On this page you can browse by category and by area, and add any place that catches your eye straight to your personal itinerary.
How do I add a place from this page to my trip?
Every place has an "+ Add to trip" button. Tapping it saves the place to your places in the browser, with no sign-up. Later, on the "My trip" page, you can slot it into the right day of your trip.
Are the places on the list real and rated?
Yes. Every place is verified against Google Places with a high rating and plenty of reviews. You can filter to show only places rated 4.5 and above, and each place has a link to the full guide on the site.