It is a quite large square and several touristic attractions can be seen around it. Unfortunately the mosque and the clock tower became indistinct due to the building rising just behind them. I think this is a general problem in developing countries. Free wifi is available in the square which is wuite helpful for tourists.

If you are in Tirana by car you will have to go there anyway - the most convenient underground parking in the city:) Monumental. A natural orientation point for any kind of a city stroll.

Loved the place! Late November and they were setting up stalls, decorations and all things festive December. Lots of interesting places on and immediately round the square. Round a square! History Museum, a gorgeous mosque, statues, the opera house and more. I'm pretty sure you couldn't avoid the place if you tried. Airport shuttle goes from very nearby too.

Beautiful history to visit in Tirana. You are surrounded by all the famous sites which is worth seeing and getting a tour guide to show you around if you don’t know the history.

Big, open area that can host a lot of people. There are some very comfortable sitting places around it, but other then that is just paved space. Is quite lively both during the day and the night. Many attractions can by found around it.

The main square in Tirana. It's where most major events take place. There are imposing buildings surrounding thr outside, including the national museum, opera and government buildings. Some cafes also along the outside. Definitely a can't miss when in the city.

I can recommend to visit square. It’s modern and can give you lovely evening sun show like on the attached photos. Close to the swuare you can find small mosque, shops, cafes. That’s very nice place to visit during few days trip in Tirana 👌🏻

Enorme plaza pública en forma de pequeña colina para que fluyan las Aguas pluviales....construida con diferentes tipos de mármoles traídos de todas partes de Albania. Todavía quedan edificios comunistas en muy mal estado de conservación....al lado de los nuevos rascacielos...curiosa mezcla. Imprescindible visita al centro de Tirana...con agradables terrazas en el edificio de la Opera. (Translated by Google) Huge public square in the shape of a small hill for the rainwater to flow... built with different types of marbles brought from all over Albania. There are still communist buildings in a very poor state of preservation... next to the new skyscrapers... a curious mix. A visit to the center of Tirana is essential...with pleasant terraces in the Opera building.

At the heart of Tirana, the square is quite magnificent looking and fitting for a budding tourist city. See it as the centre point of new Tirana, resplendent with Albania imagery, from before communism and after.

A very nice place in Tirana. The area is large. The square is clean. No cars. Sometimes you can encounter for a local festivals. What do you need more?

Awesome place to sit and relax whenever you are in Tirana & visit the tourist sites which are around the square. In our 6 days stay in Tirana we visited the square everyday just to chill & enjoy the lively full of energy happenings around the square and enjoy the lovely food in the restaurants just a stone throw away from the square.

Central large open square with the famous slanderbeg statue as well as the natural history museum, opera and the I love tirana. Because the square is so large it never seemed crowded eventough many people, both tourist and locals, crossing it every day. It's an good starting point to and from eitber busses to airport, the mountains or other parts of the city; to the parks and shopping streets; or to the suburbs. A central point like this really gives something extra to a city and there's a lot of history there. Esthetically maybe not the most beautiful square, however I loved the stones that were used and the square resembles the complex albanian history making it an important place and starting point of your journey in Tirana.

I LOVE THIS PLACE!! This large square, the symbol of Tiranya, is an amazing place. There are so many attractions for families to enjoy. It's better than any other amusement park. It's amazing to have a square like this in the middle of the city. Most of the children's favorite rides are equipped, and the fee is 3 euros per ride. In addition to the rides, popping balloons (it will empty your pockets) We have a variety of food trucks, cafes, and bars. Enjoy well-cooked sausages and draft beer!

What a square.. a huge space with such an eclectic mix of architecture and history surrounding it. From the mosque to the opera, the old and the new it really is worth walking around and sitting a while to absorb the atmosphere. Plenty of seating around the edges including the cafes outside the opera house.

Tirana during the Christmas period is a festive delight, with the city adorned in colorful lights and lively decorations. Strolling through Skanderbeg Square, you'll feel the holiday spirit in the air, as locals and visitors alike enjoy the cheerful atmosphere. The city's vibrant energy, combined with seasonal markets and cultural events, creates a warm and welcoming experience. While it's a joyful time to explore Tirana's landmarks, keep in mind that the Christmas period can be bustling, so plan accordingly to make the most of the festive charm without missing out on the city's unique offerings.

A mist visit place in tirana. The center of the city where all the business take place. Very big space and a lot of tourist. There’s the national history musuem and a beautiful mosque nearby.

This was the third time that I have visited here Albania, Tirana and Skanderbeg Square, but most likely on new year, I haven't seen such thing, especially that fireworks 🎇 Really amazing, mesmerizing, unbelievable. Couldn't even sleep that night, there were many activities and events during that week. But of course most important is Balkan atmosphere.. I wasn't expecting that much but really was cool. Even in summer and winter, only disadvantage is you need to do stock especially when you are visiting as tourist and will stay in hostel or in a flat. 😅 I highly recommend you to visit any time you want, although there are some restricted things to do in Tirana but certainly you will have great time, take every opportunity. Foods as well and many amazing cafés & restaurants. Try traditional cuisine as well :)

We only went at night when there was a Christmas market on. It was well set out with some stalls and rides. Especially good if you wanted to go on bumper cars or test your punching strength. It seemed like mostly locals but we didn’t feel out of place or uncomfortable as tourists.

Huge square of significance in the centre of Tirana. It is surrounded by places of interest such as Skanderbeg statue, the national history museum and Et hem bej mosque. There is underground parking at this location although entrance/exit points are very narrow. The parking is not free. Beware of the stray dogs as I nearly got by a pack.

Beautiful square with lots of open spaces. Good to try out rollerblade and scooter around here. Or just relax and people watching

The main square in Tirana. A centrally located well-known square with a monument to a national hero surrounded by historic buildings.

Museum is located in communist era building and it seems that much of exposition is also from this time. Building seems to be not heated and local supervisors are quite cold. Museum has a rich collection of antiquity, up to Byzantine/Latin struggles and there is not much after the conquest of Ottomans. I urge to visit souvenir store- lady there was very nice, helpful. She is selling some quite valuable, old ethnographic items and some items from local craftsmen.

The National Historical Museum in Tirana is a must-visit for anyone interested in Illyrian and Albanian culture and traditions. The museum does an excellent job of showcasing the different eras of Albanian history and telling the story of its people. It's a great place to visit with family, but be aware that there are exhibits about the communist era and its executions that may not be suitable for young children. Overall, the museum is beautiful and well worth a visit. The only downsides were the restroom conditions and no air conditioning.

Quite a disappointment to me. Although it started great, soon we realised most of the informative posters aren’t available in English at all. Although temperature inside was pleasant, I could feel very strong lack of any fresh air. Still, I consider it a must visit when in Tirana. Tickets were purchased via MyTicket platform. They offer a discount when buying tickets online, therefore, ticket was purchased for 400 LEK when it’s 500 LEK onsite.

The museum is actually quite detailed, dating from prehistoric times to the Communist period. Most of the older exhibits have English explanation, however the newer things are only in Albanian. Also, Hoxha is not really mentioned. The gift shop leaves something to be desired for. 5 eur for adults. Can spend as much time as you want. We walked rather quickly through, spending about 45 minutes. Unfortunately the nice Soviet Era mosaic on the outside of the building is undergoing renovations so you can't see it. Bathrooms on site.

Feel so bad about this museum . Really. If they change some things like the interpretation,new ideas or something similar it would be a very interesting one. They have the potential to do it and i hope they will do it soon. About the pros of this museum is that it has many pavilions for different ages and eras of our country history. Everything explained in a nice way. Also the staff very friendly and helpful!

Interesting exhibition of Albania’s rich history up to 1945, though most documentation is very old and only partly (and poorly) translated into English. A striking omission is that the post-1945 period of Communist terror is barely covered, with only a few exhibits in a single room and hardly any documentation in English. This leaves the impression that this museum is mostly intended to glorify Albania’s past, while brushing over the darkest chapter in the country’s history. For that reason, it is definitely worth also visiting the Bunk’Art exhibition on the crimes of the Communist regime. No card payment or payment in EUR possible.

It is cash only. Don't bother asking- there is no senior discounts for non-Albanians. Contrary to several of the reviews the artifacts were labeled and described well on the first floor. Most of the second and third floors did not have English descriptions, however. The first floor has artifacts ranging from the Stone Age to medieval times. Other exhibits cover the resistance to Ottomans and the communist regime, iconography from Orthodox churches and Mother Teresa.

Only a fifth of museum content is translated to English. I was interested to learn about the communist era but there was no english information. The ancient history section is interesting and updated. Nobody bothered to press play on numerous TVs that were supposed to show video material. 1-2 hour walkthrough. In the gift shop they are literally selling their 100 year old artifact clothing pieces for next to nothing.

Very interesting place to visit, has items from bronze age to war time. Disability friendly with lots of seating areas. I would recommend a visit, lots of renovation works are currently being carried out but this does not affect your visit

Museum about the full history of Albania. Has a lot of things to see. When you enter the museum it looks a bit empty and outdated. There’s a few rooms that are still empty. We got the tickets really fast which aren’t expensive, like €3. You can really take about 3 hours to go through the whole museum. Small downside is that not everything is translated in English, which makes you miss some information.

Nice museum with many different exhibitions. Quite big bit but lacks on English explanations (it has some but most big texts are in albanian). Needs some lighting improvements. Price 500 lek.

A well equipped museum with plenty of artefacts. Tickets are cheap priced at 500 LEK each. For an English only speaker such as myself, the first half is fine where English translations on descriptions are shown. However in the second halfish, only Albanian language is shown so it made it very difficult to understand the artefacts. Is very hot inside too so consider that if the day is hot, there is no air conditioners only pedestal fans. Would recommend going if you are in Tirana :)

Nice museum with a good collection reaching from ancient to modern times. Bigger than expected (1-2h). The first floor seems to be modernized. The other floors are mostly without any English translation. Cash only and no euro is being accepted.

The museum is full of excellent information, and is nicely laid out. I particularly liked the ancient history - artefacts from over 2,000 years ago, and a good explanation of the ancient Illyrians. It then walked through the middle ages through to the formation of the current Albanian state in the early 20th century, explaining the importance of language and how various people played their part. The second world war fight against fascism was also covered in detail, showing how the communist party led the fight. However, the museum's main exhibitions finished there, with nothing about the Hoxha years. The building was very nice, quiet but welcoming to children, and spacious. It gave me a lot of insight into the Albanian people. Some of the exhibits had English translations, but many did not. You need to give at least 2h to visit, but I think I stayed for about 5h. There was no food on sale.

From the outside it is very beautiful, but inside it is empty. Even though it is the National Museum, there is not too much to see and the thing I didn't like is that many objects didn't have captions in English. Trust me, a large part of the museum was incomprehensible because there was no translation. Be careful, you cannot photograph part of the museum, it is indicated where necessary. The entrance fee is cheap

A great museum depicting the ancient and modern history of Albania. From the cave people to modern evolution of Albania is captured via different artefacts and pieces of historical places and events.

This is one of the most fascinating museums in Europe. The displays are not sufficient for the quality of artifacts (including pictured mosaic) and the layout needs some serious investment and redesign, but it is fascinating for its presentation. It seems to have an issue with its identity as you move from room to room - ancient history is routine, the "Anti-Fascist" struggle is the largest single series of rooms and displays and the museum essentially ends with crimes of the Communist regime with almost nothing about the last 30 years. There is quite a bit of renovation underway, so this may all change.

Very cool museum! I enjoyed visiting. Although some things were not provided in English I didn't mind, I got to work on learning some Albanian which was a good experience! They have a wide variety of items which I found unique. I would say to visit if you get the opportunity))

I never expected to have an experience like this… Visiting this museum I learned even more than I thought I know from books or internet,also I found a lots of historical artcrafts that was amazing. The energy inside this museum is incredible. It felt like you were in another area of time. And for the last sunday of month entry was free from 10 am to 3 pm,you could just ask for a ticket and access all the exhibitions of museum.

Probably 4 stars but it is an extensive museum where you will surely learn things. Covers a wide time range, Bronze Age to WW2. Maps, objects, photos, clothing are all part of the museum. There is even an iconography section which includes stuff from Kosovo. Generally there is a bit too much writing in bunched up mega-paragraphs in each section. Not a great way to transmit the knowledge. People would walk right by a lot of it like “Sorry this happened to you Albania but I’m not reading all that.” Text is in Albanian and English only. Worth the 500 lek entry but hard to understand why they close at 4pm and don’t take euros or card. Definitely one of the best museums in the country.

15 minutes up but great views of the city and surrounding areas

Loved the view 😻

Nice little ride with great views. Seems a bit of a 'white elephant' though.

Drive all the way just to find that it’s closed. To other people here, please note that it’s closed on Oct 3 (Tue).

Paying to sit in a blazing hot cabin, I think it’s great.

one of the best experiences in Tirana. You can get there by public transport, there is a bus from the city center, next to Tirana tourist information office that takes to the foot of the hill, a few minutes walk uphill gets you to the cable car station. the windows of the Telefrik are scratched quite a bit, which makes photos a little hard, but it is a beautiful long ride that you should not miss, a few bumps every time the cable passes a tower should not scare you. if you don't sit still the telefrik will swing naturally. it was so much fun and i felt safe

Beautiful way to see Tirana from above

Nice experience!

Super interesting but where was the art?? I quickly reset my expectations but either they should install more art or change the name. I could see some really cool site specific art works going in there. Otherwise was very interesting to read the history of modern day Albania. And of course the space is incredibly cool.

One of the best places to visit in Tirana if you want to understand the country of Albania, it's past, and present. This was the main bunker built into the side of a mountain during the Cold War to keep the Communist despot Enver Hoxha and his cronies safe during a feared nuclear bombardment. (He showed the same paranoia as the current bunch: Putin, Xi and Kim.) There are furnished rooms where the privileged would have lived underground. Mechanics of ventilation and protection shown. Room after room of history of Albanian conquest by Italians then Germans and the even worse treatment meted out by Albanians on their own people. Lots of other stuff including art installations. Easy to get to from Tirana's Skanderbeg central square bus depot (located between the big mosque and the cultural centre). Many buses to Porcelan direction where the bus terminates - about half an hour journey. Costs 40 lek each way (6/7/23). It is near this point, locals or Google can show you the way. Entry 700 lek or 400 for 60+. (Cable car to mountain top right next to it if you want to make a day of it.)

If you have a car, absolutely drive here. Bunk Art gives you a basic understanding of Albania’s tough history post WW2 while visiting a bunker! What more do you want?! Tickets are €7 for adults, €8 with the audioguide which I preferred (bring headphones). Free parking on premise (don’t let the guy in the tunnel tell you otherwise, he tries). Takes about 1h to visit.

1 | A museum located in the atomic bunker, which focuses on the history of Albania. If possible, I recommend visiting it as soon as you arrive in the country. You will get a better understanding of Albania. 2 | The exhibition consists mostly of photographs with captions and copies of documents. Most of them are in Albanian only. 3 | Admission without an audio guide is 7 EUR / 700 LEK. Admission with an audio guide is 10 EUR / 1000 LEK. Payment can only be made in cash. 4 | The tour of the bunker took us approximately 2 hours. I read about 80% of the descriptions. A large part of the exhibition is dedicated to the events surrounding World War II, when the country was invaded by Italy and Germany. 5 | An interesting part of the museum are the accessible rooms of the commander, including the bedroom. The commander was the only one with a carpet on the floor. 6 | The museum is located outside the city, and can be reached from the city centre by bus number 11 (Porcelain line). You can buy your ticket once inside. The journey time from the main square is around 30 minutes. 7 | In the centre of Tirana there is also BUNK'ART 2, which is focused on the secret police.

Unexpectedly, this is not an underground bunker, everything is on ground floor inside the mountain. It is also a military bunker, not a fallout shelter, so it is built for government to hide only up to few weeks or months. Having said that, the museum is a must-visit for anyone entering Albania. It was kept secret until 2014 so everything is quite fresh and original. Best thing about it for me was the various unique smells of old things: funiture, paint, wiring. It really made it easy to get the vibe and imagine it being used for real. There are several dozens of rooms with varied random content not necessarily related to bunker, history, war or economy. Seems like they want this museum to be a one-stop-shop for Albania english speaking tourists, since their other museums lacked translations. Only about half of the rooms had expositions in 2022, so they have a lot of space for other content in the future. The bunker is linear and takes 1-2 hours to go through. The corridors are narrow so I advice going right after they open to avoid crowds. I recommend against buying audio guide, since the same text is easier to read next to rooms and the app is not comfortable and does not work well (no wifi during my visit). Some of the rooms were poorly explained and boring, it was hard to connect description with the material inside. I had trouble discerning which parts of exhibition were from bunker realities (bufet) and which from daily communist life (shop, apartment), but all of the staff was very helpful and answered my questions with fluent english.

So worth the bus ride out! The original Bunk Art is just amazing! The exhibitions and insights into how Albania lived since WW2, just incredible! You must visit this place!

Eventhough BUNK'ART seems far away from the city centre, it is incredibly easy to get there by useing the blue city busses. The museum has a lot of information about Albania during WWII and the period after the war. The bunker itself is very big but once you're inside everything feels the same and so it feels like you're just walking through a damp tunnel voor 1.5 hours. That's why I only gave 3 stars.

Great experience with detailed history of Tirana and Albania. I opted for this over the national history museum and purchased the 2-fer pass for bunk’art 2, although I thought 1 was much better / bigger / more interesting. Can be combined with the gondola and mountain top although don’t make the mistake I did and try the gondola on a Tuesday when it’s closed!

This place is huge! Make sure you bring cash as they don't take card. You can get there from a bus in the centre for about 30p each and drops you outside. Inside there is loads of rooms and tunnels with lots of interesting info on Albania. Great place to visit

1 hour was spent here, could take 2 hours if I read all the placard. Lots of info mainly in the 30's and 40's. I thought it was interesting. Power went out for a little bit. Not recommended and nothing interesting for children in my opinion. Overall, I enjoyed it.

Wonderful place to learn a little about the history and culture of this wonderful country. I only ask that those who come to visit him, respect him and do not spoil anything. Respect the markings and don't mess with anything. Help maintain and preserve heritage.

A must see attraction. Old cold war bunker system built for 1000 of the most important political families of the time. Very interesting museum

I don't know where to start with this review...but I'll start by saying this was an incredibly sobering experience for me personally because of my own family's experience with communism in Fidel Castro's Cuba. Too many parallels with Enver Hoxha's Albania. I was emotionally moved especially realizing what the Albanian people have gone through and overcome. This "museum" is inside of a bunker that the Albanian dictator had built for himself and the political elite in case of an invasion,an invasion he kept assuring his people would soon happen. (He had Albanians build over 700,000 bunkers all over the country in fear of the promised invasion,part of his control came from keeping the populace in a state of fear.) There's exhibits from the world wars until his take over and implementation of strict Stalinist marxism,then his death and the eventual fall of Communism in Albania. Like my Serbo-Croatian friend said to me recently Enver Hoxha made Fidel Castro look like Santa Claus ...and after visiting this bunker anyone would probably agree!

Used during the cold war. People lived here, spent that period here, built a life, even a world underground. Under the leadership of Enver Hoxha, the things he used, the room he stayed in, he was a popular leader. We have a lot of information. We remember all the people of that period with respect and love. A place to see.

It's a must! Just amazing! It's a rare occasion to explore history and visit a unique place. You are going to see more than just military aspects, you are going to explore the Albanian life from the past!

Not to be missed when in Tirana! 2 hours full of recent Albanian history. Well worth it! 7 euros for the ticket, or 10 euros for the combined ticket (this bunker + the one in the city center). Only cash!

Such an intense experience! Definitely worth a visit! You don't only get to experience the Bunker itself, but also a big part of Albania's history, there are many stories told that will move you. I would visit again. Make sure you've got enough time to go through the whole bunker, I stayed there for nearly 3 hours.

I recommend this more than Bunk'art 2, it is more enjoyable for the average person. But if you are passionate about history you should definitely see them both, you can get a ticket for both for 10 euro

A thought-provoking museum about Albania's history and its past communist dictatorship. The whole museum is a decommissioned bunker - just like BUNK'ART 2. It is close to Dajti Ekspress cable car. The entrance tunnel already has an eerie atmosphere - just like the museum itself. Very interesting experience, one of the highlights of Tirana! Tip: You can buy a joint ticket for both BUNK'ART museums for 10 euros.

A very interesting historical place to visit to understand the history of Albania. I would recommend either taking a guide or going to any other city tour before visiting this place: you need to know some key info about Albania before going here if you want to visit this place on your own. The entry ticket is cash only!!! The whole concept is that you have some display in the building of the old bunker. However, there is very little difference from room to room and little interactions - only reading of the old documents. In the end was interesting to see a few rooms with art installations. Overall worth a visit, but there is huge potential for this place to be better. You can reach it with public bus too.

The bunker itself is impressive and huge, but there was a lot to read - sometimes with mistakes in English. I found the museum not interactive enough and got tired of all the text at some point. Hence, 4 starts

Amazing museum in a former cold war bunker. It starts with a walk through a tunnel, then you buy tickets from a little wooden house and make your way walking up a narrow road towards the entrance in the bunker. There are a couple levels and each one has rooms with a thematic. It's mostly historical, from pre-WW2 to the comunist times. Most explanation is also written in English. It would have been nice to have more videos and interactive things, not just pictures and writing but I appreciate the work that was done to transform this former bunker in a museum and it's a must try experience. There's an unique feeling to it. Imagine having to live in a bunker after a nuclear apocalypse.

7€ this bunker and 10€ including the one in the center but this is bigger. We couldn't even see everything because you need minimum 3 hours and we had only 1 before closing. The bad thing is that they only accept cash so we had to run through the tunnel and find the only ATM in that area that it's way less clean than Tirana center

I had to throw a glimpse into this famous or infamous pyramid. It is under reconstruction at the moment.

Great place to stop by and climb the stairways and see the city from the high point of Pyramid. Especially nice if you come around before evening to see the sunset. You can buy tickets to go inside or stay outside to see the city or take photos. We enjoyed even just the outside views. Lots of good photo opportunities and nice architecture around the area. This place is popular with tourists and locals just to relax, chill and see the views.

Don’t expect a pristine, shiny looking sight. The building is in a derelict state and you can’t go inside - you can only have a look through the broken parts of windows. However, this place is definitely worth visiting when you’re in Tirana. It will definitely give you an insight into the communist part of Albanian history.

The Pyramid of Tirana is a really cool attraction that you shouldn't miss when you visit the city! It's a huge, pyramid-shaped building in the center of town that was built a long time ago, during a time when the country was very different. Inside, you can explore different floors full of exhibits that show what Albania was like in the past. It's super interesting to learn about the country's history and see all the cool stuff on display. The Pyramid is also a really unique and impressive building. It's so big and imposing, it really stands out in the city. Even if you don't know anything about its history, you'll be in awe of its size and design. At the same time, the Pyramid is also kind of controversial because of its past associations with the former dictatorship. Some people want it taken down, while others want it preserved in some way. Either way, it's a really important part of Tirana's history and identity. Overall, if you're interested in history, architecture or just something really cool to see, definitely go check out the Pyramid of Tirana when you visit the city!

Nice impressive building. After renovation. Nice view both in daytime and night time. Looks surrealistic. Inside quite empty, but interesting forms of small boxes (houses). A place full of youth

Loved this place, a fabulous piece of architecture that gives you excellent views across the city and completely free. Plenty of seating areas at the top but also around the base too. Interesting to also go inside after your descent and see the really funky internal element. There's also a coffee shop too.

An interesting piece of Albanian history and one of several abandoned places that are worth exploring. It is easy to enter and many people do, but watch your step when you walk around, as the place is in disrepair. You can climb some stairs to see the upper floors or go to the basement, but again, be careful where you step. Also, it seems that some people (probably homeless) are staying there at night, so you'll encounter some trash and waste.

I visited today (April 2019) and they are in the process of blocking it off. Fence encompasses the entire front side, working around each side. The back is still open but it appears they plan to circle the whole building. Very quirky architecture and sad to see it in such disrepair. Hopefully someone is getting ready to do an update!

Great viewpoint to see Tirana. Interesting architecture and definitely one of the main landmarks of Tirana.

Do visit this Pyramid when you are on a walking tour from Skanderberg square to visit the nearby attractions. It is still there beer renovation & after completion will be turned into an Tech place to support start-ups in Albania as informed by our tour guide. It is not an actual Pyramid but a structure like it where you can climb few steps & have a look of the surrounding from the top.

A must see spot in Tirana! Huge building in the middle of a big park that takes up a whole block, it’s an impressive construction and hard to miss from afar. It’s very nicely lighten up during the sunset and night and the surroundings are also well maintained along with some interesting new constructions. It has 200 steps but the view is worth it, it’s a bit of a shame that some of the new buildings are blocking some of it though. It provides a nice 360 view, and it’s quite interesting to see both sides of the city so clearly. The pyramid has also a long history, as it has been there for a long time and it’s nice to see that it has been repurposed to serve the city and the country.

A piece of soviet architecture saved! Instead of torn down they have modernised and preserved it for future generations. Well done Albanian We visited at night, climbed to the top and admired the views. Amazing building surrounding the areas

I LOVE THIS PLACE!! I thought it wouldn't be a big deal if I just looked at the pictures This place is definitely worth visiting. You can go up the stairs quickly, and you can get a 360-degree view of the city from a high place It's not just a pyramid structure. There are various "devices" everywhere. You can take very nice pictures on a nice day.

Nice place to visit and good viewpoint to the city. Opened in 1988 as the Enver Hoxha Museum, the impressive pyramid now serves as a conference center.

Great place to view the city from all view points. They have made the building into a good tourist attraction. It lights up nicely at night. There are benches at the top to rest your legs after the climb up the many steps! Don't miss this when visiting Tirana

Pretty interesting, if not slightly bizarre, attraction in Tirana. It’s still a must see. Climb to the top and you get a decent view of Tirana and can really take in the further development that’s happening across the city.

Recently renovated building which was reopened in mid-2023 which offers a 360 degree view of the Tirana skyline from 8 storeys high. Free to enter but is a bit of a hike up. There are six benches on the top level where locals and tourists congregate, including seniors and children. There is a round glass panel that looks into the inside of the structure. There are pastel colored cube shaped buildings at various levels of the structure.

They now renovated the place so interior there’s some nice art design areas whereas on the outside you can climb to the top to get some nice views.

Looks awesome during and after then sunset when lights are ON! The renovated pyramid provides a great view point of the center of Tirana after going up a long flight of stairs. Nice way of preserving what was a not too beautiful historical building.

This is one of very few mosques in Albania to resist the communist regime without being demolished. It has an ottoman architecture but it is quite unique with its still life paintings, something rarely seen in Islamic architecture. It's a first-category monument of culture. It is also one of the most beloved mosques for muslims in Tirana, since it is located right in the city center, it is one of the oldest and it is a symbol of survival of faith.

Beautiful history of Tirani. This mosque is so beautiful from the outside and inside and night view. It’s an iconic building full of history. You should visit this place!

Lovely historical mosque that you can visit today that serves as a museum, Take your shoes off and get ready for a journey through time 💙 At the entrance of the mosque you can find the grave of Ethem Bey and his wife, make sure not to miss those, A must see on Skanderbey square 😻

I really loved paintings on the walls. This was my first time when I attended mosque. Before going in you have to take off your shoes and cover head (for me the jacket hood was ok).

Beautiful historic mosque in Skanderbej Square. Prayer area available for women. Highly recommend a visit!

A very beautiful and very well preserved Ottoman mosque. Takes the visitor back to that period. A museum for non-muslims and full functioning mosque for Muslims where prayer is carried out with Jammat 5 times a day. Peaceful, clean and filled with friendly amazing people. We prayed Fajr, Zuhar and Isha there. Ladies can do abolution if they are there 30-50 minutes before the prayer time and have a separate section for praying. For men the abolution are is just down in the basement and they can pray in inside hall or outside hall.

It's a nice small mosque with some paintings on the ceiling and walls which makes it unique.

Beautiful monument but the skyline is being botched by all scyscrapers that are not even finished. Its very well known and its definitely worth the visit, although to be fair, it's almost impossible to miss it as it stands in the main square, the middle of the city.

The Hajji Et'hem Bey Mosque (Albanian: Xhamia e Haxhi Et'hem Beut) is a mosque in Tirana, Albania which is a cultural monument. The mosque is adorned with beautiful frescoes outside and in the portico depicting trees, waterfalls and bridges (typically walls are white and this is an exception). Tourists can go inside but need to take off shoes and comply with the dress code. Pictures without flash are allowed to be taken inside. The mosque construction was started in late 18th century and finished in early 19th century. It survived the years of communism and functions as a mosque today. It takes 10-15 minutes to complete the tour (i.e., go inside to appreciate the history and beauty of the building) and is highly recommended. Entry is free. Friendly staff inside could provide additional guidance /support.

Very unique mosque with the frescoes. I have visited many many countries and prayed in many mosques but this was one of the most unique and probably one of my favourite mosques.

According to their brochure onstruction began in 1791 or 1794 and wasn't completed until 1829 or 1821. It ceased functioning as a mosque during Communist times until in 1991 10,000 people forced their way inside. Colorful frescos decorate it.

The Et'hem Bej Mosque stands as a symbol of Albania's religious and cultural heritage. What makes it truly remarkable is its remarkable history, surviving years of communist rule and serving as a beacon of religious freedom since the early 1990s. The interior, adorned with intricate frescoes, is a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of its builders. Visitors seeking both architectural beauty and a glimpse into Albania's past will find the Et'hem Bej Mosque a captivating and peaceful destination worth exploring.

This is a 500 year old mosque 🕌 fully restored to its original glory and is still used as a place of worship & one can visit it outside the prayer time until evening 4 pm. It’s located on the Skanderberg square & not to be missed. The murals and the floral artwork on the outside & inside of the mosque is amazing.

Have opportunity to perform my Maghreb & Isya' prayer here met with brothers and sisters of the same faith. Beautiful interior that pass the test of time. The exterior will remind you the Ottoman era. Insta worthy place. The location is at the side of famous Skanderberg Square. As it stand, the mosque is a testament of religious freedom in the modern and developing Albania.

Worth visit legendary monument, ancient wood work and floral paints, a Pearl in the center of City square, Tirane

Really beautiful and the tour guide told us it is one of the most iconics so we entered inside to see