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
Kalaja/Rozafa Fortress
2
Shkodër Historical Museum
3
Marubi National Museum of Photography
4
Lake Shkodra
5
Five Heroes monument
6
Museum of Witness & Memory
7
Kinema Republika
8
Lead Mosque
Budget travel
Free things to do in Shkodër
Lake Shkodra
Five Heroes monument
Lead Mosque
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 Kalaja/Rozafa Fortress
- Visit Shkodër Historical Museum
- Visit Marubi National Museum of Photography
- Eat at Te Naili
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Lake Shkodra
- Visit Five Heroes monument
- Visit Museum of Witness & Memory
- Eat at Taverna Ulqini
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Kinema Republika
- Visit Lead Mosque
- Visit Kolë Idromeno St.
- Eat at Shkreli fast food
Where to eat
Te Naili
Taverna Ulqini
Shkreli fast food
Shega e Eger
Fisi Restaurant
Restaurant PURI
San Francisco Bar & Restorant
Pizzeria Italia
Where to stay
- Shkodra Backpackers
- Arka Hostel
- Florian's Guest House
- Camping Lake Shkodra Resort
- The Wanderers Hostel
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
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