Based on 48 experiences
I felt very safe in Albania. Everywhere I went. I even hitchhiked, which was something I had never done alone in any other countries before! I recommend Tirana, Gjirokastër, Blue Eye, Ksamil, Butrint National Park. I would love to go back and visit more of the country. I found locals to be very nice, helpful and welcoming.
Posted: April 22, 2024Experienced: February, 2024Hi everyone. Visiting Tirana has been a nice experience. It took only three days to visit it all and I felt quite safe, but I didn't go out during the night though. This is a feeling visiting around during the day time. There is a lot of history and it is a city worth if you like modern history.
Posted: March 30, 2024Experienced: February, 2024Phoebe
United Kingdom
- felt safe throughout my time - 3 week trip during September of mid and South Albania - the coast in Albania is beautiful - of course it is a very poor country with lack of certain infrastructure I.e. no trains - Albanian people were very friendly and all the Albanian men I met were respectful and I always felt safe - highlight of my trip was Himare - recommend hiring a car and driving through the country rather than using the public bus system which is unreliable - made wonderful friends in each hostel - super cheap/affordable and access to lots of healthy foods such as juices and smoothies which I loved Probably wouldn’t return to Albania but definitely glad I went!
Posted: February 20, 2024I went to Albania for 5 days and visited Sarande, Ksamil, and Durres. Took the usual precautions and felt very safe and comfortable. Albania is such a fascinating country to visit but transportation is a slight challenge. Very limited/no public transport and taxis are quite expensive so I recommend to rent a car.
Posted: February 9, 2024I went last year and took a ferry from Corfu to Saranda. Charming promenades, lots of restaurants, and families walking around. Then I took a bus to Ksamil, beautiful beaches and Butrint. After that I took a bus from Saranda to Gjirokaster. I felt very safe everywhere.
Posted: February 9, 2024Riham
Saudi Arabia
The country is very safe, people are nice and welcoming A lot of things to do and places to visit Budget friendly, especially if yo make conscious decisions Met some wonderful people, locals and tourists
Posted: November 7, 2023I traveled alone and never experienced anything bad. Albanians are incredibly hospitable and helpful. You have to take care of yourself like everywhere else, watch your things in the crowd, etc., but generally, there's nothing to fear and I felt very safe.
Posted: October 3, 2023I spent a week alone in Albania last April. I traveled by ferry from Corfu to Sarande, and then by public bus from Sarande to Tirana. I felt safe and had a great time. I stayed at the Tirana Backpacker hostel and Backpackers SR in Sarande, and I can recommend both of them.
Posted: August 1, 2023I spent 4 months alone in Albania. It was wonderful. I never felt unsafe there, even though I went out for walks a lot in the evenings. I stayed in several villages and the situation seemed odd - only men were sitting and drinking coffee, and I was the only woman. I didn't feel threatened, but it was scary because they stared at me nonstop.
Posted: July 25, 2023I traveled around the Balkans in August and my absolute favorite thing to do in Albania was trekking from Valbona to Theth. Moreover, Ohrid and Skopje were absolutely amazing. Matka Canyon was also really beautiful. I had no issues with safety.
Posted: June 12, 2023based on 48 experiences
A beautiful country that is not visited enough! It's really worth it ☀️☺️ The people there are super nice and accommodating. We never had a bad feeling during our encounters with the people there. ☺️
Posted: April 8, 2024Exploring Tirana's vibrant culture, Ksamil's serene beaches, and Sarande's historical charm made my Albanian travels unforgettable. Each destination offered a unique blend of experiences, from lively city vibes to tranquil coastal retreats. The warm hospitality and delicious local cuisine added a delightful touch to my journey. Highly recommend this diverse and beautiful itinerary!
Posted: December 31, 2023