r/tirana

Hi everyone, I’m travelling to Tirana (12-17/7) soon and wanted to ask for some recent advice from people who are currently there or have visited recently.
I’ve seen some reports about protests in the city, so I’m wondering how much this is affecting tourists in practice. Are things generally still running normally, such as airport transfers, public transport, buses, hostels and restaurants? Are the protests limited to certain areas or times of day, or do they affect the wider city? I’m not planning to get involved in anything political, I just want to understand whether it still feels safe and manageable to visit at the moment.

Any recent first-hand experiences would be really appreciated.

Thank you!

Hi everyone, I’m truly excited for the upcoming Ye’s concert that will take place in Tirana.
Despite my enthusiasm, I cannot help but being a bit worried about safety and security concerns about the event.
Even though the organizers have reassured us saying that everything has been taken into consideration, I feel that a 60k+ venue built in a rush with temporary scaffoldings (I know they are safe in principle, but they’re still built in a rush), in a place not tested for that flow of people, and given that Albania has never hosted such a big event still rises some concerns.
Is there someone here that has the same concerns? Or have you any official information about safety protocols/official emergency plans being posted? Because I didn’t find any.

Looking to watch the england match at 2 AM but would like to see it with people and I don't know if it's safe around 4/5 AM

Visiting in a couple of days and planning on doing touristy stuff however what are some places that might sell weed or drugs so I can AVOID them? Thanks!

Hi everyone!

Does anyone know if there will be public transport (buses) running after Ye's concert in Tirana on July 11?

Or do you have any recommendations for getting from the stadium back to the city center after the concert?

Any information would really help.

Thanks!

Përshëndetje njerëz!

​Jam një djalë 29 vjeç nga Norvegjia dhe do të qëndroj në Tiranë për një javë. Do të kisha shumë dëshirë të takohesha me disa vendas për të pirë një kafe, ndonjë gotë, apo thjesht për të biseduar dhe njohur qytetin nga perspektiva e njerëzve që jetojnë këtu.

​Nëse jeni të lirë dhe keni qejf të shoqëroheni, më shkruani një DM ose lini një koment këtu poshtë dhe organizojmë diçka.

​Shihemi! 👋

I will be in Tirana from 10-12 July for the Kanye West concert. As it's my first time travelling alone to a foreign country (I am from Salonika, Greece) i would like to know a couple things: Which taxi app is recommended to use, which areas i should definetely avoid and some places i can't miss. Thanks in advance, looking forward to my trip in Tirana!

Hey all,

We're a family with a small child visiting Albania this summer (July/August) and need to get from Tirana to Durrës. Trying to find the best balance between speed and cost — doesn't need to be the absolute cheapest, but would rather not overpay either.

What do you reccomend?

Thank you.

Hello there! Planning to visit Tirana in December and just wanted to know if I need to carry a lot of cash, or if credit cards are widely accepted? If I need to carry cash, how much would I need for a 4 day trip that covers the main museums & a few bars?

Cheers and looking forward to exploring the beautiful city

Hi everyone, could someone tell me more about how much time does it take these days for non EU citizens on their way to Schengen countries to finish the procedure of giving fingerprints and photos at the Tirana airport? Thank you!

Hello everyone! Tomorrow at 5:40 I'm going to Albania to the city of Ksamil, maybe someone can tell me what interesting places there are for tourists

Bonjour, j’essaye de comprendre le prix des billets pour accéder à la ´´youth pool’’ mais c’est écrit en albanais et je ne comprends pas. Quelqu’un saurait combien ça coûte et comment ça fonctionne? Merci

Hi, is there someone from Tirana who knows how far along are with the building of the stadium today?

Hey

I'll be visiting for 3 days (until 2nd July) and would love to meet people. Any ideas on how someone can make connections/friends there?

I'm 27f from UK.

Hi all, coming down to your beautiful country next week. Will be staying in Tirana, but will rent a car and drive to a beach area to spend overnight.

Lalzi beach is the closest but some mentioned it might be quiet and not as interesting as the southern beaches.

Other options are Jale/Himare, 3 hours drive, or Saranda/Ksamil 4 hours drive.

Looking for a fun area with beautiful sights and lively restaurants and evening vibe, (not hard partying) - if you had to choose from the above (driving in the morning and coming back the next day afternoon) which would you choose?

Thanks!

Missing American Citizen – Andrew Bolland – Last Seen in Tirana, Albania

If you have seen Andrew or have any information about his whereabouts, please contact us:

WhatsApp: +1 (952) 564-4969

Andrew was last known to be in Tirana, Albania. His family has been unable to contact him for several weeks and is deeply concerned about his safety and well-being.

He is tall and slim, wears glasses, and may be carrying a backpack. He was previously staying in Tirana and was reportedly seen in the city after leaving his hostel.

His family believes he may be experiencing personal or mental health difficulties and may need assistance.

📍 Last known location: Tirana, Albania

Since his disappearance, we have:

• Reported him as a Missing Person to the Albanian authorities.
• Filed an official report with the Albanian Police.
• Notified the U.S. Embassy, which is aware of the case.
• Continued working closely with the relevant authorities while waiting for any updates.

Despite all these efforts, we still have no information about Andrew’s whereabouts. His family is living through an incredibly difficult time and is anxiously waiting for any news.

Even the smallest piece of information could make a difference. If you have seen Andrew or know anything that could help, please contact us immediately.

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Thank you for your kindness and support.

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Po kerkoj per nje crypto exchange ne Tiran per te kthyer nga USDC ne Cash po spo gjej asnje. Me kan then qe me duket eshte nje ne bllok po sjam sig ku