Skanderbeg Square is the true centre of Tirana — both geographically and culturally. Named after Gjergj Kastrioti Skënderbeu, Albania’s 15th‑century national hero, the square is one of the most historic and dynamic public spaces in the capital. After a major redesign that was completed in 2017, it was transformed into one of the largest pedestrian plazas in the Balkans, paved with stone sourced from every region of Albania and designed to be a welcoming, open environment for locals and visitors alike. At its centre stands the iconic bronze equestrian statue of Skanderbeg, and all around you’ll find some of Tirana’s most significant landmarks, including the National Historical Museum, Et’hem Bey Mosque, the Palace of Culture, the Opera & Ballet Theatre, National Library and the Bank of Albania. Skanderbeg Square is more than just a plaza - it’s a meeting point, event stage, and a symbolic expression of Albania’s identity and history.