10-Day Albania road trip from Tirana to Shkoder and Durrës

Your road trip adventure in Albania begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Tirana. You’ll stay in Tirana for 5 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Tirana has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Grand Park of Tirana. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,845 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Tirana, ejona. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 802 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tirana is Artigiano at Vila. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,092 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Piceri Era "Blloku" as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tirana. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,065 customers.

Tirana also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Tirana is Komiteti Bar - Tiranë. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Tirana is Sofra e Ariut. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

Locals also enjoy Salt Rest. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 586 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in Albania!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Tirana has to offer. Cherish the 4 nights you have left in Tirana by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Tirana. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Tirana, like the extraordinary Fortress of Justinian. This attraction is a cultural monument of albania and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,396 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Tirana is the spectacular Bunk’Art 2. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,114 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Et'hem Bej Mosque. This mosque has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,429 visitors.

Palace of Culture is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This top-tier point of interest is a popular destination among visitors in Tirana. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 223 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Skanderbeg Square. Skanderbeg Square is a square and popular attraction in Tirana. More than 8,228 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Tirana does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Tirana on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Albania, be sure to eat at Artigiano, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Tirana. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,025 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Tirana is the popular Era Vila. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 847 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Tirana is Shije Fshati - Taste of the Village. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 569 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Tirana International Hotel & Conference Center is one of the best bars in the city of Tirana for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,494 customers.

Hotel Mondial is another of the most popular bars in the city of Tirana. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 578 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Tirana is New Irish Pub. New Irish Pub has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 380 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Tirana!

Day 3 of your road trip across Albania is another day in the magnificent Tirana. You now have 3 nights left in Tirana. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Tirana offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Tirana is the stunning Xhura Mosque. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 109 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Regency Casino in the city of Tirana. This attraction is a casino and is rated an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 170 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Tirana is the incredible Rinia Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,631 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Tirana you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Tirana has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Tirana, Bati Restaurant 1. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 495 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Tirana that locals enjoy, eat at Oda - Traditional Albanian Cuisine. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,353 customers.

Another of the best restaurant options in the city of Tirana is Rogner Hotel Tirana. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 950 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Tirana, Radio Bar Tirana. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 455 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Tirana, we recommend the cocktails at Millennium Garden. This bar has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 567 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Tirana is Hemingway Bar Tirana. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 299 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Tirana!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Tirana, where you'll stay for 2 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Tirana is Dajti National Park. This amazing attraction is a national park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 376 visitors.

Dajti Ekspres is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Tirana. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Dajti Ekspres has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 435 visitors.

To make your time in the city of Tirana more memorable, we recommend you visit Zipline Albania. This outstanding attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars by 1,057 visitors.

If you’re up for something incredible, then consider a visit to the outstanding Pellumbas Cave. More than 213 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

You can also make your new day in Albania more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Albania’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Tirana.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restorant Tymi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 474 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Tirana, Colonial Cocktails Academy Tirana. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 270 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Tirana, we recommend the cocktails at Nouvelle Vague Tirana. This bar has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 218 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Tirana is Kafe Flora. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 186 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Tirana!

Day 5 of your road trip through Albania is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Kruje and the city of Shëngjin. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Kruje is the amazing Kruja Bazaar. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 360 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Gjergj Kastrioti Skënderbeu National Museum. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,150 visitors.

Krujë Castle is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Kruje. This well-known attraction, a spectacular fortress, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 6,260 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Kruje is another excellent way to spend your new day in Albania. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Albania’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Albania’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Albania’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Kune-Vain-Tale Reserve in the city of Shëngjin for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 257 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Shëngjin is the outstanding Shëngjin. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 683 visitors, this seaside resort deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Shkoder.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Aroma Restorant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Shkoder. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 227 customers.

Locals also recommend Pasta e Vino as one of the best restaurants in the city of Shkoder. Pasta e Vino is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 134 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Shkoder is Hotel Tradita. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 725 customers.

After dinner, visit Bar Restaurant Elita, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Shkoder. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 253 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like MANIFATURA. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 125 customers.

Alternatively, Restaurant Arbri is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Shkoder. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 401 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Albania!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Albania. Today, you'll wake up in Shkoder and embark on a scenic drive to Durrës, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Shkoder before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Shkoder. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Mesi Bridge. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,139 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Kole Idromeno Street. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 131 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Shkoder is the stunning Xhamia e Madhe - Ebu Bekr mosque. This place of worship and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 505 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated castle in Shkoder. The popular Rozafa Castle is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,607 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Kole Idromeno Street. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 131 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Xhamia e Madhe - Ebu Bekr mosque. This place of worship and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 505 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Rozafa Castle. This castle and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,607 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like 4 Stinët. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 921 customers.

Locals also recommend Royal G Hotel and Spa, another of the best restaurants in Durrës. Royal G Hotel and Spa is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 613 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Gusto di Mare & Sushi Time. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 488 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Sunset Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Durrës, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 279 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Albania, and look forward to more great days to come!

You still have 2 nights left in Durrës.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Ulza Regional Nature Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 127 visitors.

Shkopet Bridge is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 131 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Lezhë. This amazing attraction is a city and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 429 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Lezhë Castle. This castle and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 268 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Albania to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Durrës.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Durrës, like Te Peku Restorant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 268 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Durrës, Illyrian Garden. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 97 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like SEMA. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 375 customers.

Bel Conti Hotel is another of the best bars in the city of Durrës. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 238 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Albania!

On day 8 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Durrës, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Durrës.

Today you'll explore the city of Durrës. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Sfinksi. This incredible attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 558 visitors.

Muzeu Kombëtar Arkeologjik is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Durrës. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 525 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Durrës is Venetian Tower of Durrës. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,509 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Durrës Amphitheatre. This best-rated sightseeing destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,252 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Vila e Ahmet Zogut. This best-rated sightseeing destination is a popular attraction with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars from 182 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Albania to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Durrës.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Durrës, like Spaghetteria Luli. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 207 customers.

Artur Restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Durrës. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 237 customers.

Locals enjoy Vertigo Bar Restorant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Durrës. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 241 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Durrës, Portiku Wine Bar & Bistro. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 190 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Posh Lounge. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 96 customers.

TRAIANO Lounge Bar Durres is another of the best bars in the city of Durrës. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 53 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Albania!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 9 of your epic road trip in Albania, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Berat. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Tirana. You’ll stay in Tirana for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Berat’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Berat, start your day with a visit to the amazing Gorica Bridge. This much-appreciated stone bridge and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 715 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Old Town. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,303 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Berat Castle to make the most of your road trip across Albania. The spectacular Berat Castle is a castle that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,804 visitors.

The lovely Onufri Iconographic Museum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 437 visitors have left this art museum average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Berat has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Tirana. Tirana offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Tirana, the fantastic Whisky Bar Tirana. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 217 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bufe Wine Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 127 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Zgara Supreme 2. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 457 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Albania!

Day 10 of your road trip in Albania is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Tirana before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Tanners' Bridge is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Tirana. This stone bridge and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 812 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Tirana and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Albania.

You’ll then say farewell to Tirana. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Albania!