Historic Walking Tour of Durrës

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Visit Roman ruins, Ottoman fortifications, historic churches, and the iconic Durrës Amphitheatre while discovering over 2,000 years of cultural heritage.

Highlights

  • See Durrës’ central landmarks like Sheshi Liria and City Hall
  • Walk along Bulevardi Epidamn and see King Zog-era architecture
  • Visit key religious sites including churches and mosques
  • Discover the Venetian Tower, Ottoman Fortress, and Roman city walls
  • Explore the impressive Roman Amphitheatre and ancient Hamam

Description

This expertly guided tour starts at the iconic Venetian Tower, where you'll hear how Durrës developed as a vital Adriatic seafront hub. Continue to the Ottoman Fortress, built in 1501, before exploring the ancient city walls of Emperor Anastas, offering a glimpse into Roman-era defenses in the Kala neighborhood. Stroll along Bulevardi Epidamn, where history meets modernity, and see how the city evolved during King Zog's rule. Along the way, you'll visit Durrës’ most symbolic religious landmarks, such as the Church of Apostle Paul and Saint Asti, the Orthodox Church, and the Fatih Mosque—each telling its own story of resilience and coexistence. The highlight of the tour is the Durrës Amphitheatre, one of the largest Roman amphitheaters in the Balkans, where you’ll explore its architectural marvels and ongoing archaeological efforts. Highlights of the Durrës City Tour: Venetian Tower and Ottoman Fortress Ancient Roman city walls and castle ruins Religious landmarks: Orthodox Church, Fatih Mosque, Saint Asti Church Bulevardi Epidamn and traditional urban architecture Durrës Amphitheatre and Hamam Town Square (Sheshi Liria) and Durrës City Hall Santa Lucia Catholic Church and Great Mosque of Durrës This 2-hour cultural tour of Durrës offers a rich, engaging experience ideal for history lovers, culture seekers, and first-time visitors who want to explore Albania’s second-largest city through its architecture, archaeology, and timeless stories.

Includes

Expert local guide 2-hour walking tour covering major historical and cultural landmarks Guided visits (from the outside and partially inside where accessible) to: Venetian Tower Ottoman Fortress Roman city walls and Emperor Anastas' fortifications Bulevardi Epidamn Durrës Amphitheatre (optional) Religious sites: Church of Apostle Paul and Saint Asti Orthodox Church Fatih Mosque Santa Lucia Catholic Church Great Mosque of Durrës Durrës City Hall and Town Square (Sheshi Liria) Traditional architecture and urban areas

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