based on 78 experiences from female travelers
Was in Durrës, Albania from June 1st till the 5th. It was amazing, the food was good, the weather was sunny and warm and overall a great experience. Super inexpensive all together. The only downside was the transport, the apps don’t work well and the taxis take cash and that not everyone speak English (but managed to communicate still). Over all felt very safe, and is family friendly. It’s like being in Spain but much cheaper and less of a crowd. I went on a vr-tour where the tour guides showed the nature and told about some local history, it was just the perfect adventure and saw beautiful nature. If I was staying longer I would honor hikes around the area to visit more hidden gems. Overall loved the experience and will definitely travel there again.
Posted: June 29, 2025Experienced: June, 2025I regularly travel to Albania because I like it there so much. Every time I land there I feel at peace. I’ve never been in a situation where someone won’t help me, even if we aren’t speaking the same language. The food is good, the nature is beautiful, and it felt safe. Only issue was the pollution and littering for me.
Posted: June 23, 2025Be ready for heavy and chatotic traffic, cars are doing whatever. When we first arrived at night it felt unsafe but later i felt safer than in most of big European cities. People go out at night because its hot during the day, so night time is very vibrant. Have cash, nobody accepts cards. If you can travel around the country, Blue eye, Thermal springs, Hidden beaches.
Posted: June 19, 2025Amazing country with amazing mountains. Did hiking for 5 days after went to the sea. It was the most surprising trip. I was surprised by the mountain views and tracking routes, how prepared they were and comfortable
Posted: May 6, 2025Experienced: April, 2024Tirana is a great city. I mostly walked around or took the public bus, which was rather easy to understand and the people helped me. Walking around at night I felt mostly safe. I would recommend soing a walking tour to really see the whole city!
Posted: April 20, 2025Experienced: July, 2024Katharina
Germany
Spent 103€ for accommodation (9 nights) Everything else is also very affordable. You will be taking buses everywhere (unless you want a taxi/rent a car). Don’t drink the water. I met up with a friend in Shkodër, traveled in a group of four to Tirana (go see the sky bar - it’s free, and a walking tour), quick detour to Ohrid in North Macedonia, then to Sarandë to surprise some friends. Amazing memories, welcoming country, and minimal tourists rn. Feel free to reach out if you have questions!
Posted: April 14, 2025Based on 17 local experiences
Based on 17 local experiences
Tirana is the capital city of Albania and you find all kind of people there. Anyways in all these years I’ve been living here, I have never felt unsafe. There are enough weirdos walking in every street but they seem harmless. I feel safe here and wouldn’t be worried of anyone or anything.
Posted: April 1, 2025Avery
There are almost no crime or drugs in Tirana other than marijuana use The traffic rules are not followed strictly so be careful about crossing the street The taxi drivers have meters so that you don’t have to worry about getting overcharged
Posted: March 9, 2025