Albania Travel Guide
Tourist season
Are December and January good months to visit Albania?
December
Off
season
January
Off
season
Did you know?
The population of Albania is around 2.88 mil., which puts the country in 138. place in terms of population (out of 231 countries and dependent territories).
How far is it?
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The distance between Tirana (AL) and Washington D.C. (US) is 4824 miles
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Safety
General travel safety level in Albania on a scale of 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe).
Level 1 • Exercise normal safety precautions.
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Albania
| Miles | Tirana | Shkodra | Berat | Durrës | Gjirokastër | Korçë | Vlorë | Elbasan |
| Tirana | - | 54 | 43 | 19 | 88 | 70 | 63 | 20 |
| Shkodra | 54 | - | 97 | 52 | 141 | 120 | 112 | 72 |
| Berat | 43 | 97 | - | 49 | 45 | 44 | 30 | 29 |
| Durrës | 19 | 52 | 49 | - | 93 | 85 | 60 | 36 |
| Gjirokastër | 88 | 141 | 45 | 93 | - | 51 | 43 | 72 |
| Korçë | 70 | 120 | 44 | 85 | 51 | - | 69 | 50 |
| Vlorë | 63 | 112 | 30 | 60 | 43 | 69 | - | 56 |
| Elbasan | 20 | 72 | 29 | 36 | 72 | 50 | 56 | - |
Best Ways to Experience Albania
- Cuisine
- Art
- Animals
Practical Information for Travelers
- Budget
- Currency
- Vaccinations
- Visa
- Electricity
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Vaccinations
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You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Albania.
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Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.
Some travelers
Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
Rabies
Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Keep away from animals
With or without a visa?
Visa requirements for citizens of
- United States
visiting 
Albania for tourism
A visa is not required.
- Allowed stay: 360 days
Electricity
230V (50 Hz)
In Albania the standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type C, F sockets are used.
Click on the socket icon to see more information
Type C
Type FFacts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 138 / 231 Ranking | 2 877 797 Albanian 82.6%, Greek 0.9% |
Area | 145 / 230 Ranking | 11.1 thous. mi² |
Life expectancy | 51 / 196 Ranking | 79.2 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 76.6women 82.1 |
Median age | 94 / 157 Ranking | 34.3 Average age of population expressed in years.men 32.9women 35.7 |
Population growth | 132 / 172 Ranking | 0.24% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 19 / 131 Ranking | 98.1% Ability to read, write and count.men 98.5%women 97.8% |
GDP | 93 / 194 Ranking | 13 900 INT$ GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population. |
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