Tirana Communist Walking Tour

Meet 09:00 with the guide in front of the National Museum we will be introduced for a quick history of Albania. After the visit, we walk through the centre where we will visit the Mosque and the Clock-Tower and the remains of the Castle of Tirana. Around Tirana Afterwards, we walk to the Pyramid (mausoleum of the late communist leader Enver Hoxha, designed by his daughter). Just before entering the area known as Blloku (literally the Block) we’ll observe the memorial with three objects representing terror, paranoia and isolation, as instruments of dictatorship. You will end the tour at Enver Hoxha house in Blloku. After the visit, you might have lunch in a restaurant suggested by the guide (optional). What to visit douring the tour: National Museum Skanderbeg Square Opera House The Clock Tower Et'hem Bey Mosque Castle of Tirana Orthodox Cathedral House of Leaves Park Rinia Blloku Mother Teresa Square Pyramid of Tirana Things to note Best months: March, April, May, June, September, October and November. We have designed short interesting excursions or day trips, which can be completed in a few hours and up to a full day. Includes: English/Italian speaking guide for 3-4 hours. Excludes: Everything else not mentioned.