Albania

Albania is one of the most undiscovered countries in Europe, but it won’t stay that way for long!

We spent 2 amazing weeks in Albania and explored the main sights of the country whilst discovering hidden gems.

Spend your days exploring the capital city of Tirana, finding the beautiful 1000 windows in Berat or taking in the incredible mountains of Shkoder and Theth.

Albania is the perfect summer destination in Europe and our travel guides will help you plan your trip!

When to Visit

April – June
September – October

Currency

Albanian Lek (ALL) & Euro

Language

Albanian

Planning a trip to Albania

Is Albania vegan-friendly? Yes! We managed to eat well during out 2.5 weeks in Albania. We mostly ate traditional Albanian food but found a few hidden gems in Tirana and Sarande. You can buy a lot of fresh produce around Albania and there’s a decent range of vegan products including plant milk. Here’s our Vegan in Albania guide!

Is Albania budget-friendly? Yes! Albania is one of the most affordable countries in Europe! It’s the perfect place to explore as a backpacker and budget-friendly traveller. We’ve written a full guide on our travel costs in Albania!