About Shkodër
Shkodër is one of Albania's major cities, home to around 95,553 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Shkodër
1
Shkodër Historical Museum
2
Marubi National Museum of Photography
3
Lake Shkodra
4
Five Heroes monument
5
Museum of Witness & Memory
6
Lead Mosque
7
Molo Promenade
Budget travel
Free things to do in Shkodër
Lake Shkodra
Five Heroes monument
Lead Mosque
Molo Promenade
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Shkodër Historical Museum
- Visit Marubi National Museum of Photography
- Visit Lake Shkodra
- Eat at Te Naili
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Five Heroes monument
- Visit Museum of Witness & Memory
- Visit Lead Mosque
- Eat at Taverna Ulqini
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Molo Promenade
- Eat at Shkreli fast food
Where to eat
Local favourites
Te Naili
Zogaj is a fantastic and friendly community of fishermen villagers. Te Naili is the place where fishermen bring their fish. It's located rig
Taverna Ulqini
Taverna Ulqini is a typical Shkodran traditional eatery, where you will be delighted by the most tasteful, and affordable, local traditional
Shkreli fast food
Typical fast food place with plenty of seating, though very busy during lunch time. The cheeseburger for 120lek is tasty and a great deal fo
Shega e Eger
Fisi Restaurant
Traditional Food
Restaurant PURI
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $
Hotel Kaduku
Friendly staff, large clean room with A/C, right in the city centre.
- $
Hotel Tradita
As close as it gets to being invited to the dining hall, the kitchen and courtyard of the local Ottoman Pasha.
- $
Hotel Colosseo
14 rooms.
- $
Grand Hotel Europa
Prestigious luxury hotel. 50 rooms.
- $
Florian's Guest House
This is a 12-bed B&B/guest house run by Florian and his family, amongst orchards and vineyards. It is outside, but within walking distance,
Shopping
- Tregu "Qafë Hardhi" or Pazari i Vjetër
Nightlife
- Bam Bar Lounge
- Irish Monkey Pub
- Primo Lounge Downtown
- Nur n'Gjuhadol
Museums & culture
- Shkodër Historical Museum
- Marubi National Museum of Photography
- Five Heroes monument
- Museum of Witness & Memory
- Lead Mosque
In pictures
Shkodër gallery
Keep exploring
