Discover local hidden gems in Tirana

Discover 242 local hidden gems in Tirana

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Linocuts by Luca – Not your average local artist

Make sure that on your next trip to Tirana, you save some time for Linocut by Luca because, you will not be disappointed, and if you are thinking of a new tattoo, now you know where to go.

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Art & culture

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Marsilda

Hasani

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Bati Restaurant – Is THAT the price?

If you enjoy good food like I do, you will really appreciate the wide range of warm and cold appetizers on the menu.

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Restaurants

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Marsilda

Hasani

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The Velvet Bar – Dare to take the dance floor

The Velvet Bar, has been the go-to place for my friends and me to dance salsa, bachata, and other Latin dances for many years.

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Bars
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Music

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Marsilda

Hasani

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Bujtina e Gjelit – Lunch or Dinner?

Bujtina e Gjelit in Tirana offers a serene dining experience with traditional Albanian flair and exceptional cuisine in a picturesque setting.

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Restaurants

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Gentiana

Gjyshka

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Piramida – My favourite meeting point

"Piramida" is the ultimate meeting place in the center of Tirana and one of the best spots to chill with a beer. It means different things for everyone...

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Art & culture
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Relaxing

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Matilda

Karçanaj

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Piramida – My favourite meeting point

"Piramida" is the ultimate meeting place in the center of Tirana and one of the best spots to chill with a beer. It means different things for everyone...

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Art & culture
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Relaxing

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Matilda

Karçanaj

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Talise Beauty & Spa – My safe haven

What I mostly love about this place and why I always strongly recommend it to everyone I meet is the professionalism of the staff and the fact that it’s spot-on clean and sanitized every time I visit.

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Relaxing

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Marsilda

Hasani

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Vila Era – Traditional fare at low prices

For those visiting Tirana for the first time, Era Vila is a perfect spot to try all the traditional dishes you may never have heard of or tried.

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Emma

Kolina

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Peshku i Arte – Fresh and tasty seafood

A personal favourite of mine is the fried red mullet (barbunje in Albanian) which, when fresh and in season, is truly amazing.

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Emma

Kolina

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Bana's – great sandwiches

Bana’s is definitely my recommendation to visit in the Pyramid of Tirana – with a huge array of handmade sandwiches, pastas and salads available, you won't be disappointed with your choice.

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Bars
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Restaurants
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Snacks

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Emma

Kolina

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Lucky Lounge Bar – locals' coffee shop and bar

A locals bar is always worth it in my eyes, as you never know who you’ll meet!

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Emma

Kolina

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Bon Se Sugar – Parisian Cafe in Tirana

I always feel like Bon Se gives Parisian vibes, so if you love that aesthetic, definitely pop in one morning!

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Coffee & tea

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Emma

Kolina

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