Tirana International Airport, Tirana

Lonely PlanetAug 12

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Albania's only international airport.

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Skanderbeg SquareSightCentral square in Tirana.
Tirana International AirportSightAlbania's only international airport.
Do TaxiPlaceElectric-car taxi company in Tirana.
Pazari i RiMarketNew Bazaar in Tirana with traditional barbecue restaurants.
Xhamia Et’hem BejMuseumMosque in Tirana.
Rr KavajaNeighborhood
Elsewhere
Albanian RivieraNeighborhoodAlbaniaSummer crowds pack this coast; visit in May, June, or September.
Accursed MountainsTrailAlbaniaHike between Theth and Valbonë on the Peaks of the Balkans trail.
Peaks of the Balkans trailTrailAlbaniaCan get dangerously crowded; hike in spring or fall.

Tirana International Airport