14. Pay tribute to history in the House of Leaves Museum
One of the most unusual museums in Albania,
the House of Leaves is the look-alike equivalent of the Stasi headquarters in the former East Germany. Visiting this landmark should be on your list of things to do in Tirana.
Once inside the headquarters of the infamous National Intelligence Service, also known as the House of Spies, there's a good chance you'll be speechless. Inside the House of Leaves you will learn the monstrous side of the dictatorial regime in Albania and the stories of the persecuted people who were not afraid to speak out against the regime.
15. Get some fresh produce in New bazaar (Pazari i Ri)
New bazaar is one of the most historic and oldest neighbourhoods in the Albanian capital, which takes its name from the food market that is located in the area.
Here you'll find a huge variety of fresh fruit, vegetables, meats, seafood and spices, and the farmers of the New Bazaar will not only help you find the best products but also tell you about the history of this bustling market.
16. Taking a walking tour - one of the best things to do in Tirana
One of the best things about Tiara is its compactness, which makes it a great place to walk around. However, although it's not the biggest city, there are plenty of places to walk around:
- Skanderbeg Square
- National History Museum
- Skanderbeg Monument
- Et'hem Bey Mosque
- Clock Tower of Tirana
- BunkArt 2
- Murat Toptani Road
- Tirana Castle
You can also book a guided walking tour around Tirana and make sure you don't miss anything.