Amazing old castles, beautiful Ottoman stone towns, countless wonders of nature, remote mountain ranges surrounded by beaches and quaint villages running along with the modernity of a quirky, modern capital- you can see it all if you decide to visit Albania-Europe’s unpolished diamond! Still very much off the beaten path, Albania attractions are slowly but surely being revealed to the outside world after the country threw off its shackles of communism and opened doors to the world. Thanks to long, untold history, Albania’s scenic countryside and its welcoming locals, the country has managed to make a visible mark on the tourist map. Today, if you head out to explore the country, you’ll always have something new to experience in its picturesque towns of Gjirokaster and Berat, the quaint and quiet Theth, the seaside town of Himara and the colourful capital city of Tirana. With all these and more delightful places to visit in Albania, you could spend weeks exploring the country’s nooks and crannies without getting bored.

Once you decide to visit Albania, it’s hard to pass over the eccentric capital, Tirana, which is popular for its remarkable history and rugged backdrops. Not only is it the largest city in Albania and the easiest place to start your journey from, but Tirana is also a lively place thriving on never-ending energy that oozes out of its wealth of clubs, bars, cafes and taverns. As a capital, Tirana attractions include the country’s finest museums, theatres and galleries representing the national arts. Of particular interest is BUNK’ART, which was once a huge government bunker but now hosts art installations. Of all the magnificent Tirana Tourist Attractions, you must not skip a visit to the Skanderbeg Square which is a worthy starting point as it sits right in the heart of the city.

Albania is surely and swiftly catching the traveller’s interest. So hurry here before the majority of the travelling crowd catches the wind of the buzz. Below is the list of best Albania Tourist Attractions and Places you must visit including the most impressive places to visit in Tirana.