Elbasan is one of Albania's major cities, home to around 100,903 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Elbasan Castle
Church Shën e Premte
Local favourites
Tavë Elbasani me kumbulla
Traditional cooked food with meat and sour plums ,giving it a distinctive sweet and tangy flavour. Goat meat, garlic, onion, rice, sour plum
Byrek me mish dhe me gjizë
A pie is a baked dish which is usually made of a pastry dough casing that contains a filling of various sweet or savoury ingredients. Sweet
Kondor Restorant
It offers traditional Albanian cuisine and everyday food. It is known for its simple cuisine, good taste and fast service. Another branch is
Gjuetari Restorant
It is known for its traditional Albanian cuisine and pleasant family atmosphere. It serves various dishes such as roasted meat, home-cooked
Real Scampis
This place combines a restaurant with a hotel and offers traditional Albanian and Mediterranean food, as well as some international dishes.
Agroturizëm Te Arrat, Cerrik
It is surrounded by nature and built in traditional Albanian style. This place is known for traditional Albanian cuisine cooking with fresh
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Garden Hotel
Located in the heart of Elbasan, Garden Boutique Hotel offers a blend of modern comfort and traditional Albanian hospitality. Just a short w
Hotel Le Olive
Real Skampis
Set within the ancient walls of Elbasan Castle, Real Scampis Hotel offers a refined stay where history meets comfort. The hotel features wel