Located 20 miles north of Tirana, Kruja is a historic Albanian city celebrated for its rich cultural heritage and status as the birthplace of national hero Skanderbeg.
Top attractions: Kruja Castle: Krujë Castle has proudly stood on top of a rocky cliff, high above its city, for the last fifteen centuries. It has witnessed the long turbulent history of this place Old Bazaar: Kruja Bazaar is famous for being one of the oldest in Albania. The construction of the beautiful and fascinating marketplace of Kruja dates back over 400 years, and was the starting point of free trade among the city’s most established merchants. It is in this particular bazaar that traders first began to officially exc...
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Kruja is a historic city in Albania, located about 20 miles (32 kilometers) north of the capital, Tirana. It is renowned for its cultural and historical significance, particularly as the hometown of Albania's national hero, Skanderbeg.
3 hours
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Kruja Castle
This well-preserved castle sits atop a hill and offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Within the castle, you'll find the Skanderbeg Museum, which is dedicated to the life and legacy of Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg, a 15th-century Albanian nobleman who led a resistance against the Ottoman Empire.
1 hour
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Kruja Bazaar
Kruja's old bazaar is a vibrant market where you can shop for traditional Albanian handicrafts, souvenirs, and local products. It's a great place to immerse yourself in the local culture.
Located 20 miles north of Tirana, Kruja is a historic Albanian city celebrated for its rich cultural heritage and status as the birthplace of national hero Skanderbeg.
Top attractions: Kruja Castle: Krujë Castle has proudly stood on top of a rocky cliff, high above its city, for the last fifteen centuries. It has witnessed the long turbulent history of this place Old Bazaar: Kruja Bazaar is famous for being one of the oldest in Albania. The construction of the beautiful and fascinating marketplace of Kruja dates back over 400 years, and was the starting point of free trade among the city’s most established merchants. It is in this particular bazaar that traders first began to officially exc...
