How much does a trip to Tirana cost
A week in Tirana runs roughly $325–$1571 per person, excluding flights.
Accommodation
Hostel / GuesthouseBudget
3-4★ HotelMid
5★ Luxury SuiteComfort
Indicative price — see live rates via the link.
Tours & Activities
Popular tickets, guided tours, and experiences to book online.
Tirana Free Walking Tour
Discover Tirana through the eyes of a certified local guide: Skanderbeg Square, Et'hem Bey Mosque and other downtown highlights
Bunk'Art 2 Private Communist History Tour with Ticket
Dive into communist-era Albania inside an underground nuclear bunker in the heart of Tirana
Bovilla Lake & Gamti Mountain Hiking Day Trip
Scenic mountain hike and panoramic views of turquoise Bovilla Lake, just an hour from Tirana
Berat UNESCO Heritage & Belshi Lake Day Trip
The UNESCO 'city of a thousand windows' plus relaxation at Belshi Lake on a full-day tour from Tirana
Mobile internet (eSIM)
The easiest way to stay online in Tirana is an eSIM — activated right on your phone, no local SIM needed.
Prices on the ground
Buy public transit tickets or use contactless cards before boarding in Tirana. Use official taxi apps to avoid meter scams and verify flat airport rates. Dine away from main tourist sights for authentic local meals at fair prices.
Total budget range
| Backpacker | Mid-range | Comfort | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food | $140 | $315 | $630 |
| Transit | $28 | $28 | $28 |
| Stay | $154 | $420 | $910 |
| eSIM | $3 | $3 | $3 |
| Total per person | $325 | $766 | $1571 |
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What’s next
- Itinerary
- Trip budgets for nearby cities
FAQ
- How much money to bring to Tirana for a week?
- A week in Tirana costs roughly $325–$1571 per person, excluding flights.
- Is food and transit expensive in Tirana?
- Food runs $20–$90 a day and city transit about $4. Buy public transit tickets or use contactless cards before boarding in Tirana. Use official taxi apps to avoid meter scams and verify flat airport rates. Dine away from main tourist sights for authentic local meals at fair prices.