About Elbasan
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
Experiences
Things to do in Elbasan
1
Elbasan Castle
2
Bysheku
3
Ad Quintum
4
Rafting in Shkumbin river
5
Canyon of Valësh
6
Church Shën e Premte
7
Hike the Via Egnatia
8
Kozani-8 thermal baths
Budget travel
Free things to do in Elbasan
Church Shën e Premte
Hike the Via Egnatia
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 Elbasan Castle
- Visit Bysheku
- Visit Ad Quintum
- Eat at Tavë Elbasani me kumbulla
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Rafting in Shkumbin river
- Visit Canyon of Valësh
- Visit Church Shën e Premte
- Eat at Byrek me mish dhe me gjizë
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Hike the Via Egnatia
- Visit Kozani-8 thermal baths
- Visit Southeastern Albania#Do
- Eat at Kondor Restorant
Where to eat
Tavë Elbasani me kumbulla
Byrek me mish dhe me gjizë
Kondor Restorant
Gjuetari Restorant
Real Scampis
Agroturizëm Te Arrat, Cerrik
Pit stop Coffee Bar
Çokollatë e zezë
Where to stay
- Elbasan Backpackers
- Garden Hotel
- Hotel Le Olive
- Real Skampis
Shopping
- Traditional costumes
Nightlife
- Skampa Elbasan
- Avantgarden Bar
- Torrelli Bar
- Pit stop Coffee Bar
Museums & culture
- Elbasan Castle
In pictures
Elbasan gallery
Keep exploring
