Top cities to visit in Albania

Our editor-picked shortlist — built from years of travel notes across Albania.

1. Tirana

Capital, museums, nightlife.

2. Berat

UNESCO Ottoman quarters.

3. Gjirokastër

UNESCO stone city.

4. Shkodër

Lake city, gateway to the Alps.

5. Korçë

Highland old bazaar, beer culture.

6. Sarandë

Riviera base, ferry to Corfu.

7. Vlorë

Where two seas meet.

8. Durrës

Roman amphitheatre, Adriatic beach.