One week in Albania itinerary planning is perfect for travelers who want to explore culture, museums, historic cities, and UNESCO heritage sites.
If you have one week in Albania and want to focus on culture, museums and historic cities, this simple itinerary is a great starting point.
Day 1–2: Tirana
- Visit the National History Museum, National Gallery of Arts and Archaeological Museum.
- Walk around Skanderbeg Square, the main boulevard and the New Bazaar.
- Try modern Albanian cuisine in the evening.
Day 3: Kruja and Durrës (day trip)
- Morning in Kruja: Skanderbeg Museum and Ethnographic Museum inside the castle.
- Afternoon in Durrës: walk by the sea and visit the Archaeological Museum.
Return to Tirana for the night.
Day 4: Shkodër
Travel to Shkodër, check in, then:
- Visit the Marubi National Museum of Photography.
- Explore the historical museum or old streets.
- Sunset at Rozafa Castle.
Day 5: Berat
Head to Berat, a UNESCO city.
- Visit Onufri Museum and the Ethnographic Museum.
- Walk through the Mangalem and Gorica quarters and enjoy the river views.
Day 6: Gjirokastër
Travel to Gjirokastër.
- Explore Gjirokastër Castle and the Museum of Weapons.
- Visit at least one traditional house-museum.
- Dinner in the old town.
Day 7: Return or continue south
On the last day you can:
- Return to Tirana, or
- Continue towards Sarandë if you want to add the Riviera and Butrint.
This itinerary gives you a strong mix of museums, castles, old towns and local food, without rushing too much.
