Capital
Tirana
Population
2.9M
Currency
Albanian Lek (ALL)
Best Time to Visit
May–September
#36
World Tourism Rank
0.03%
of World Land Area
4
UNESCO Sites
4
Neighboring Countries
Nationalities not listed above may require a visa. Always verify with official sources before travel.
⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with official government sources before travel.
Recommended: May–September
Albania has over 173,000 concrete bunkers built during the communist era, roughly one for every 11 citizens.
Mother Teresa was of Albanian descent, born to an Albanian family in Skopje.
Albania's Riviera has beaches that rival Greece at a tenth of the price.
- A traveler on visiting Albania
Albania is Europe's most exciting emerging destination, with a stunning Albanian Riviera featuring crystal-clear beaches that rival the Greek islands, the UNESCO-listed Ottoman towns of Berat and Gjirokaster, and a vibrant capital in Tirana that has transformed from communist gray to colorful cosmopolitan. The country's dramatic Accursed Mountains offer world-class hiking, while the ancient ruins of Butrint reveal layers of Greek, Roman, and Byzantine history. Albania's rock-bottom prices, warm hospitality, and unspoiled landscapes make it the last great discovery in Mediterranean Europe.
Must-see attractions, landmarks, and hidden gems
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