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Tirana International Airport (TIA), Ruga Nene Tereza, Rinas 1504, Albania
Enjoy refreshments and hot and cold food before your flight at the Business Lounge in Tirana International Airport. The interior incorporates elements of Albanian traditional design. Paid entry is available, with current prices and access information listed on the airport website. tirana-airport.com/en/article/1/Business-loun...
CVX7+RG Rranxë, Albania
Look across the turquoise Bovilla reservoir towards steep hills outside Tirana. The viewpoint path climbs from near Bovilla Restaurant towards the rocky lookout on Mount Gamti. This is a scenic stop for lake views and photographs, with an uphill approach.
Rruga Arapaj, Durrës 2021, Albania
Explore Albanian wine at Abaia Winery near Durrës, where vineyard visits and tastings introduce locally produced wines. Choose a wine tour or a tour with lunch, pairing the visit with Albanian cooking at the winery restaurant. Booking: Compare current tasting packages, inclusions and availability directly with the winery: abaiawinery.al
5HQX+8V Palasë, Albania
Look down from the mountain road towards Palasë and the Ionian coast at this Llogara viewpoint. The contrast between steep slopes and the open sea makes it a memorable photo stop when driving the pass. Take the mountain road if you want the viewpoints, as the tunnel bypasses them.
Ksamil, Albania
Watch the evening light settle over the bay at Ksamil in southern Albania. The shoreline shown in the gallery combines beach views, small boats and places to pause beside the water. It is a scenic stop for a coastal walk or a drink around sunset.
Butrint Archaeological Park, Albania
Climb through the ancient site of Butrint to its hilltop castle and archaeological museum. Stone walls, a courtyard and views over the surrounding landscape add another layer to a visit through the Greek, Roman and later remains of this historic settlement near Ksamil.
Ora e Kalase, Rruga Evlia Celebi, Gjirokastër, Albania
Climb above the stone roofs of Gjirokastër for a view along the Drino Valley. Inside the fortress, the Weapons Museum and a Cold War aircraft tell a different part of local history from the Ottoman streets below.
6X66+F2 Progonat, Albania
Hidden in the Kurvelesh landscape between Progonat and Lekdush, Peshtura Waterfall drops through a rocky gorge into turquoise pools. Also known as Progonat Waterfall, it makes a rewarding walking stop while exploring this mountainous corner of southern Albania.
C7HP+GP Zabërzan i Ri, Albania
Explore the landscape around Osumi Canyon near Zabërzan, south of Çorovodë. Limestone walls and green slopes frame this part of the Skrapar countryside. Arrange a local guide for routes into the canyon and confirm conditions before planning any river activity.
F738+W6 Blezënckë, Albania
Pause near Blezënckë for a view into Osumi Canyon, where steep limestone walls rise above the river. This stop offers a way to appreciate the gorge from above while travelling through Skrapar. Stay on established viewing areas and plan separate guided excursions for river access.
H4CW+6F3, SH72, Bogovë, Albania
Follow the stream from Bogovë village into the wooded foothills of Mount Tomorr. The walk leads to Bogovë Waterfall and its clear green pool, a refreshing change of scenery on a trip from Berat into the Skrapar countryside.
Berat, Albania
Explore the historic heart of Berat, where tiers of Ottoman-period houses rise above the Osum River beneath the hilltop castle. Walk the riverside for views of the white façades, then explore the lanes and historic religious buildings that give this Albanian city its character. Planning: Allow time for the climb to the castle. Berat forms part of the UNESCO-listed Historic Centres of Berat and Gjirokastra: whc.unesco.org/en/list/569
