City & Food Tour of Tirana in One Day
Overview
This tour will introduce you with local Tirana and its traditional food and cuisine. Tirana, an urban metropolis, full of contrasts in which can easily be noticed the scars from the past and the present. It is a city when fine delicate art of the beginning of the 20th century is mixed with cold rectangular shapes of the communism period and in between modern new buildings blooms. In this one Day Tour we will discover some of the most interesting part of the city combined with a lot of local flavors, interesting stories and friendly locals.
Inclusions
- Breakfast - Traditional Breakfast - 2 Types of Soups from a Local Restaurant
- Lunch - Traditional Local Lunch - Grill Food
- Snacks - Traditional Desserts
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic Beverages - Raki Taste
- Entry/Admission - Pazari i Ri
- Entry/Admission - Pallati i Kongreseve
- Entry/Admission - Blloku
- Entry/Admission - Tirana Castle
- Entry/Admission - Shëtitorja Murat Toptani
- Entry/Admission - Restorant Tymi
- Entry/Admission - Skanderbeg Square
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Skanderbeg Square, At the center of Tirana, Tirana Albania
After the pick up the first destination of the tour will be one of very few least typical breakfast restaurants, or “Mengjezore”. It is where we will have the chance to taste “Pace” a traditional thick, spicy soup made of cow head or bone marrow. Located at the “Bicycle Market”, a very typical local neighborhood this Restaurant, since 2004 has kept alive the tradition of “Breakfast Restaurant” and Pace.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pazari i Ri, Shenasi Dishnica, Tirana 1001 Albania
After an energizing breakfast, passing by the “New Bazaar” we will get introduced with some of the most typical Albanian Fruits, vegetables and souvenirs. The area of the New Bazaar is one of the most interested in Tirana, Shortstop in a Local Pastry. From 1998 they are bringing the same recipe of the Merengue Cake. For the owner, all started as a good memory from childhood happy days.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Blloku, Tirana Albania
Passing from the Old Part of the city and getting nearer to the city center we will spot the Communist Influence on the buildings and Architecture. It is time for some coffee and we will stop by a local coffee shop. It will be hard to choose as they provide more than 25 different types of coffee from all over the world. Of course, if you would like to sounds local go with the small espresso or Turkish Coffee.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pallati i Kongreseve, Bulevardi Dëshmorët e Kombit, Tiranë, Albania
The tour continues in the Main Boulevard of Tirana “Deshmoret e Kombit”. You will learn more about its Architecture, Style and History. It is where Piramida and most famous buildings of Tirana are situated. Walking along the former communist part of the city, Blloku. It uses to be the residential area of the Former Communist dictator, Enver Hoxha.
Lunch at a traditional grill restaurant when we will have the chance to taste 2 of the most famous dishes of Tirana, “Fergese” and “Qofte”.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tirana Castle, Shëtitorja Murat Toptani, Tiranë, Albania
Walking through the “Pedonale” the pedestrian Artistic Boulevard we will visit the Castle of Tirana. Situated in the center of Tirana it has been an administrative point in different ruling systems. Recently renovated, now it is one of the most interesting attractions with unique shops and bars.
Visit at a Specialised Olive Oil Shop, when we will get professionally introduced to the history of the Olive Oil. Olive trees and how to taste Olive Oil.
Opportunity for buying Olive Souvenirs.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: 8RGC+HJ9, Shëtitorja Murat Toptani, Tiranë, Albania
Next Stop will be a small 100 % Made In Albania Shop. It is where all the products are coming from different regions of Albania bringing at us an Albanian Bouquets of Flavors and tastes. Introducing to different Jams, Cheese, Herbs and Raki Tasting.
It is also the last Stop of the Tour and where this tour ends.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Restorant Tymi, 8RH7+C2W, Rruga e Kavajës, Tiranë, Albania
Visit at traditional Local Restaurant where we will have the chance to try a full Grill Lunch and local beer or wine.
Famous for their Meatballs and Fergese, this restaurant is one of the most favorite of locals in the area.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Go as Local, Rruga Siri Kodra 88, Tirana 1001, Albania
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Skanderbeg Square, At the center of Tirana, Tirana Albania
After the pick up the first destination of the tour will be one of very few least typical breakfast restaurants, or “Mengjezore”. It is where we will have the chance to taste “Pace” a traditional thick, spicy soup made of cow head or bone marrow. Located at the “Bicycle Market”, a very typical local neighborhood this Restaurant, since 2004 has kept alive the tradition of “Breakfast Restaurant” and Pace.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pazari i Ri, Shenasi Dishnica, Tirana 1001 Albania
After an energizing breakfast, passing by the “New Bazaar” we will get introduced with some of the most typical Albanian Fruits, vegetables and souvenirs. The area of the New Bazaar is one of the most interested in Tirana, Shortstop in a Local Pastry. From 1998 they are bringing the same recipe of the Merengue Cake. For the owner, all started as a good memory from childhood happy days.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Blloku, Tirana Albania
Passing from the Old Part of the city and getting nearer to the city center we will spot the Communist Influence on the buildings and Architecture. It is time for some coffee and we will stop by a local coffee shop. It will be hard to choose as they provide more than 25 different types of coffee from all over the world. Of course, if you would like to sounds local go with the small espresso or Turkish Coffee.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pallati i Kongreseve, Bulevardi Dëshmorët e Kombit, Tiranë, Albania
The tour continues in the Main Boulevard of Tirana “Deshmoret e Kombit”. You will learn more about its Architecture, Style and History. It is where Piramida and most famous buildings of Tirana are situated. Walking along the former communist part of the city, Blloku. It uses to be the residential area of the Former Communist dictator, Enver Hoxha.
Lunch at a traditional grill restaurant when we will have the chance to taste 2 of the most famous dishes of Tirana, “Fergese” and “Qofte”.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tirana Castle, Shëtitorja Murat Toptani, Tiranë, Albania
Walking through the “Pedonale” the pedestrian Artistic Boulevard we will visit the Castle of Tirana. Situated in the center of Tirana it has been an administrative point in different ruling systems. Recently renovated, now it is one of the most interesting attractions with unique shops and bars.
Visit at a Specialised Olive Oil Shop, when we will get professionally introduced to the history of the Olive Oil. Olive trees and how to taste Olive Oil.
Opportunity for buying Olive Souvenirs.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: 8RGC+HJ9, Shëtitorja Murat Toptani, Tiranë, Albania
Next Stop will be a small 100 % Made In Albania Shop. It is where all the products are coming from different regions of Albania bringing at us an Albanian Bouquets of Flavors and tastes. Introducing to different Jams, Cheese, Herbs and Raki Tasting.
It is also the last Stop of the Tour and where this tour ends.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Restorant Tymi, 8RH7+C2W, Rruga e Kavajës, Tiranë, Albania
Visit at traditional Local Restaurant where we will have the chance to try a full Grill Lunch and local beer or wine.
Famous for their Meatballs and Fergese, this restaurant is one of the most favorite of locals in the area.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Go as Local, Rruga Siri Kodra 88, Tirana 1001, Albania
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Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Olmiss2021
November 2021
We had a great time with our local guide Skerdi, specially enjoyed the local breakfast (very unique) near the Pazar i ri. The tour is a great combo of Tirana history and local food, highly recommend!
We had a great time with our local guide Skerdi, specially enjoyed the local breakfast (very unique) near the Pazar i ri. The tour is a great combo of Tirana history and local food, highly recommend!Mark_K
October 2021
A fabulous way to get yourself acquainted with Tirana through not only a historical context but by way of food! Andi is a great guide, very experienced and knowledgeable, he can answer any question you may have and goes way above and beyond. 100% recommend you take this tour!
A fabulous way to get yourself acquainted with Tirana through not only a historical context but by way of food! Andi is a great guide, very experienced and knowledgeable, he can answer any question you may have and goes way above and beyond. 100% recommend you take this tour!AmarChopra
October 2021
My guide was Xhulio and I couldn’t have asked for a better guide to tour the main central parts of Tirana. Extremely knowledgeable, not just about Albania but at one point we weee discussing computer servers and crypto currency even 😛 A thorough professional, he picked and dropped me at the hotel...
My guide was Xhulio and I couldn’t have asked for a better guide to tour the main central parts of Tirana. Extremely knowledgeable, not just about Albania but at one point we weee discussing computer servers and crypto currency even 😛 A thorough professional, he picked and dropped me at the hotel even when I assured him I can literally walk back after the tour :) The food is really good and well selected. Something as a tourist I would have never have tasted or even located. It’s a bit pricey yes considering that Albania is generally a very inexpensive country but I think this food tour is worth it.DerZornGottes
July 2019
It was nice to be escorted by And, who met us at our hostel and led us on an amazing tour of Albanian food and drink. The highlight was Paca where we had cow's head soup, which was delicious even though I am a vegetarian! Thanks, Andi.
It was nice to be escorted by And, who met us at our hostel and led us on an amazing tour of Albanian food and drink. The highlight was Paca where we had cow's head soup, which was delicious even though I am a vegetarian! Thanks, Andi.Trina_S
September 2021
This is an excellent tour to get to know downtown Tirana and the local cuisines. Xhulio is a great guide, very knowledgeable, and you can tell he loves what he does. I didn’t feel like I missed out on anything due to my dietary restrictions, which was fantastic. I did two tours with Go as Local, ...
This is an excellent tour to get to know downtown Tirana and the local cuisines. Xhulio is a great guide, very knowledgeable, and you can tell he loves what he does. I didn’t feel like I missed out on anything due to my dietary restrictions, which was fantastic. I did two tours with Go as Local, and thoroughly enjoyed both of them.100christinaa
September 2021
Had a wonderful time, our guide was Xhulio and extremely knowledgeable. He introduced us to wonderful traditional Albanian food and the history of this beautiful city. Perfect way to start our trip, I highly recommend.
Had a wonderful time, our guide was Xhulio and extremely knowledgeable. He introduced us to wonderful traditional Albanian food and the history of this beautiful city. Perfect way to start our trip, I highly recommend.