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Tirana National Archaeological Museum

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Exhibits of archeological discoveries from Albania, dating from prehistory to the modern era. People often mention museum, visit, history, interesting, Albania, Museum, artifacts, Tirana, collection, glass,


Address

Sheshi Nënë Tereza 3, Tiranë 1010, Albania

Website

asa.edu.al

Contact

+355 4 224 0711

Rating on Google Maps

4.10 (209 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 9 AM to 2 PM
  • Thursday: 9 AM to 2 PM
  • Friday: 9 AM to 2 PM
  • Saturday: 9 AM to 2 PM
  • Sunday: 9 AM to 2 PM
  • Monday: 9 AM to 2 PM
  • Tuesday: 9 AM to 2 PM

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: museum (21) visit (11) history (11) interesting (10) Albania (10) Museum (9) artifacts (8) Tirana (6) collection (6) glass (6)
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  • 2/5 Krzysztof J. 4 months ago on Google • 35 reviews
    Wow this place is wild! Make sure to visit and see for yourself. Questions in my head right now: are they not receiving any funds, are funds being stolen or mismanaged? Poor funding aside, staff that work there could show some effort and do some basic work like hang back missing letters that fell off the wall? That doesn’t take any funding. There are interesting artefacts to see here but the display cabinets are dark - most lighting is broken and doesn’t work. Items are displayed without any context, there is nothing to read. You will only need 30-45 minutes to see everything (there is more to see in museum of history). Please make sure to visit the toilet located at the basement level, to get a full picture of this place and the state of minds of whoever is in charge of this disaster. Keep your eyes wide open on the stairs so that you don’t hurt yourself badly on various equipment that is abandoned there. Seriously, this place needs to get a grip. Would give 1 star but artifices make up for 2 stars.
    12 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Damon F. 4 years ago on Google • 237 reviews
    Spent 20 minutes and I'm a massive fan of this kind of museum. There's no signposts in any language, so you're going off your preexisting knowledge, and it's essentially just one hall. That said, some of the statues are exceptionally detailed, and I appreciate that they're on public display, even if the presentation needs further development. It's worth it if you need to pass some time and like the antiquities. Costs 300 leks, less if you're a student.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erald H. 3 years ago on Google • 394 reviews
    One of the most important museums in the country, the Archaeological Museum in Tirana contains some of the most famous treasures of Albanian archeology. If you would like to travel through centuries of history and learn about all the ages of an ancient place like Albania, the Archaeological Museum, located in the very heart of the capital, at Mother Teresa Square, should be your first stop.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Madan Gopal M. 4 years ago on Google • 615 reviews
    A marvelous collection, wonderfully preserved, a must visit to understand and appreciate the glorious past in the present times.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 John S. 7 years ago on Google
    This place has some decent artefacts, but the display style is awful. No real info on the pieces, just where they were found, also the lighting is very poor and you can't actually see some cabinets at all well. Do go if you want to see what a communist era display is like (with matching customer service at the front desk), otherwise stick to the big museum up on Skanderbeg square which has similar stuff but beautifully displayed with info in English as well as Albanian.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Geoff M. 7 months ago on Google • 82 reviews
    Not signage, mostly a bunch of pottery and metal objects sorted by era (follow the left wall). Was 300 ALL for admission probably a 10-20 minute visit for most folks. If going to the big museum in the main plaza, can probably skip this one as it's very similar to the first floor, but no explanation of what you're looking at
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jerry J. 6 years ago on Google
    Nice archeological museum but it need some improvements especially with lighting!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Constantinos M. 1 year ago on Google
    Small venue with just a few exhibits. The entrance was out of charge ( at least for the day I visited) .The curation of the exhibition was nonexistent and the walls were painted an ugly shade of pink ( imagine that). The exhibists were covered in dust, inside and outside of the protective glass which in many places were scratched. The exhibits once again, did not even had a description or (for god's shake) the chronological period they belong to, just a glued(?) paper on them saying in which city they were found. Nevertheless, someone would await somehow something better from the National archeological museum of the Capital of a nation. The building needs to be refurbished the exhibists to be restored and the curation to be renewed.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Ege 1 year ago on Google
    There are no explanations, details about the findings/pieces in this place. Very small museum that needs more care from the government.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Mark T. 4 years ago on Google
    Incredibly small museum. Cost is 300L per person. Sadly there is absolutely NO explanation of any of the items in the museum in any language. No dates, names, places, or any identifying detail telling any kind of a story of what you're seeing. Essentially it's three small rooms of old clay and stone pottery pinned to the walls under glass. That's it. No reason to visit this place. Too bad, because there are probably very interesting stories associated with the artifacts.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrea 6 months ago on Google • 115 reviews
    Very interesting, there is the whole Albanian history, which in many parts is unknown even if very important for Europe

  • 4/5 Alija D. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A guardian of past social events in various peridot (Original) Čuvar prošlih društvenih dešavanja u različitim peridima
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Georges Y. 3 years ago on Google
    The Italian influence on the architecture of Tirana's monumental public buildings is quite obvious. The building of the National Archaeological Museum in Tirana is heavily influenced by Italian Fascist architecture. Its colonnade and use of white marble could place it in a number of Italian cities.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Migen M. 4 years ago on Google
    This Museum was opened in 1948 and today presents the research of archaeological discoveries in the territory of Albania. It is affiliated to the institute of archaeology of the Academy of Sciences of Albania. The Museum houses exhibits from Prehistoric and Classical times up to the Middle Ages and Modern period. More than 2000 items are displayed and these items range from ancient jewellery, to Roman statues, to vast clay pots covered in shellfish that have been found during the many archaeological field trips the museum is involved in. It is also responsible for conducting many archaeological expeditions in the country and is the parent institution of several other museums in the country including the Durrës Archaeological Museum.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Cristian N. 1 year ago on Google
    Artifacts are amazing but there are no explanations about anything. Even I spotted a qr in a corner (I saw just a couple of 'em) that linked me to YouTube videos.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Vjollca d. 5 years ago on Google
    It is supposed to be one of the jewelry of our culture but need o lot of attention to attract people.it is situated in downtown Tirana. Can be riched easy. There are o lot of artifacts conserved here.There are a lot of pressure objects discovered by national and foreign arceological. So it should be very interesting to visit this museum.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hovhannes M. 5 months ago on Google • 66 reviews
    The Tirana National Archaeological Museum is a captivating repository of Albania's rich historical heritage. Housed within a striking Italian-style building, the museum's extensive collection spans millennia, offering visitors a profound journey through the country's past. From well-preserved artifacts of Illyrian, Roman, and Byzantine origins to treasures of the medieval era, it provides valuable insights into Albania's complex history and diverse cultural influences. While the museum's presentation might benefit from modernization, its role in preserving and showcasing Albania's archaeological treasures is invaluable, making it an essential destination for history enthusiasts and curious travelers seeking to unravel the layers of Albania's fascinating past.

  • 5/5 Sharon P. 1 year ago on Google • 19 reviews
    Totally amazing place with a variety of artifacts, best for me was the blue glass urn from the Roman period. I would agree with the lack of signage and not much in English, however the staff were lovely and happy to explain anything we were interested in. Lack of signs didn't spoil our visit which we enjoyed very much. Would recommend a visit x

  • 4/5 Gaspar P. 3 months ago on Google • 11 reviews New
    Could use some caretaking. There's no information about the artifacts at all, except the era and the location.

  • 4/5 Pero M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice (Original) Lijepo

  • 1/5 Iila 2 years ago on Google
    I saw the door open today on a bus with a huge poster of statue outside the door. But I didn't hop off, because I was too tired from the heat of Kruja for just two hours. And I didn't have cash to catch the next bus. So I didn't try. I roughly know the ancient history from the national history museum. But archeology must be more interesting. I didn't know they have a credins bank ATM, I could have hopped off. By the way, Credens is free of charge for cash withdrawal.

  • 5/5 TRAVELING B. 2 years ago on Google
    IT'S WOW GORGEOUS

  • 5/5 Alyonka �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful city. Most people do not understand English, but somehow they understood each other. Young people talk a little. The city is beautiful and requires a lot of investment. The country is poor, but I want to wish it development, I think everything is ahead !!! (Original) Очень красивый город. Большинство людей не понимают английский язык, но как-то понимали друг друга. Молодежь немного разговаривает. Город красивый и требует много вложений. Страна бедная, но хочу пожелать ей развития, я думаю всё впереди!!!

  • 5/5 KEVIN333ERZ 4 years ago on Google
    Open wide look and very attractive place for youngsters and very clean

  • 2/5 김태원 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The kind of let ㅋㅋㅋ .. regret. There are 3,000 won, and the price is inside many relics, such as no explanation're nothing not even a name. It's just like a personal collection on the glass showcase. Even the glass is totally shocking .. The quality of the glass is uneven in the 21st century museum. Artifacts here are all the things that are in the National History Museum in the main square. There is no need to go. If you still go, do not dry. (Original) 가지맙시다ㅋㅋㅋ..후회합니다. 가격은 3천원이고 내부에는 여러 유물들이 있는데, 설명같은거 하나도 없고 이름조차 없습니다. 그냥 유리진열장에 전시한 개인 컬렉션 느낌. 그마저도 유리 상태 완전 충격적임.. 21세기 박물관에 유리 품질이 고르지 않은건 첨봄ㅋㅋㄲㅋ.. 규모도 엄청 작아요. 이곳에 있는 유물들은 모두 메인광장에있는 국립 역사박물관에 다 있는 것들입니다. 갈필요가 전혀 없습니다. 그래도 가신다면 말리지않아요.

  • 5/5 Milivoj F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice (Original) Ljepo

  • 4/5 Hektor D. 1 year ago on Google
    Great little place, with a lot of nice artifacts about ancient history

  • 3/5 Damla Akbay O. 1 year ago on Google
    No explanation of anything and expensive entry fee.

  • 5/5 Pierrette O. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Albania is to discover (Original) L'Albanie est à découvrir

  • 5/5 Moja S. 4 years ago on Google
    👍👍👍

  • 4/5 BAB777 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice but small museum and entrance for 150 Macedonian dinars (Original) متحف جميل ولكن صغير والدخول ب ١٥٠ دينار مقدوني

  • 1/5 Elise P. 3 years ago on Google
    I was definitely in the right place but the guard wouldn’t let me in and it looked nearly empty inside. It didn’t have any hours posted but according to google it should have been? Not sure what happened.

  • 4/5 Θ �. 1 year ago on Google
    Didn't get a chance to visit the museum itself but it's interesting architecturally.

  • 2/5 Mehmet O. 1 year ago on Google
    Overpriced and they provide no help at all.

  • 5/5 David D. 4 years ago on Google
    ☀️

  • 5/5 elly van g. 8 months ago on Google
    Very interesting artifacts and pictures of the actual digs. An extremely knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and approachable director provided specific explanations (in English).

  • 3/5 Raymond L. 6 years ago on Google
    300 lek to enter, but they still can't turn the lights on?

  • 4/5 gjergj s. 6 years ago on Google
    Neo-classical style.

  • 4/5 Justin E. 8 years ago on Google
    Small collection of pieces similar in to scope to what is shown at Muzeu Historik Kombëtar. The items have very little descriptive information, and 95% of that info is in Shqip. Still, recommended.

  • 5/5 imran s. 4 years ago on Google
    Many historical thing

  • 4/5 ERMI 4 years ago on Google
    Very interesting but dated.

  • 5/5 Adam B. 2 months ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    "me Albania be Careful, I have chechnyan friends" was my favorite exhibit, truly a moment in history, the holiday was the whole year because of that guy.

  • 5/5 Sedin H. 4 years ago on Google
    Ok

  • 5/5 Toth A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Interesting (Original) Foarte interesant

  • 4/5 Serge B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) To know the history of Albania you have to visit this museum. a great collection of icons (Original) Pour connaître l'histoire de l'Albanie il faut visiter ce musée . une collection d'icônes formidable

  • 3/5 dick b. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Not much special (Original) Niet veel bijzonders

  • 3/5 raf w. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Albania is a developing country, the Museum is also. There is potential but there is probably a lack of competent people who have experience in presenting artifacts. Giant edifice, one-story exhibition, ceramics, tools, busts, cornices, portals .... everything that should be in the museum, but the dot above it is missing. Still, it is worth getting acquainted with the resources of this museum. Strong 3 stars. (Original) Albania jest krajem rozwijającym się, Muzeum także. Jest potencjał ale chyba brak kompetentnych osób, którzy mają doświadczenie w prezentowaniu artefaktów. Gmach olbrzymi, wystawa jednopiętrowa, ceramika, narzędzia, popiersia, gzymsy, portale....wszystko co powinno być w muzeum, jednak brakuje kropki nad i. Mimo to, warto zapoznać się z zasobem tego muzeum. Mocne 3 gwiazdki.

  • 5/5 Ali C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) great (Original) Super

  • 3/5 Rob R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very calm (Original) Erg rustig

  • 5/5 Bolesław Z. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It's worth visiting the capital in Albania (Original) Warto będąc w Albanii zwiedzić stolicę

  • 5/5 Stanislav M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice (Original) Lepo

  • 4/5 Ruud D. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Looks good on the square. Not been inside. (Original) Ziet er goed uit op het plein. Niet binnen geweest.

  • 4/5 SERGIO R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) No information in any language but with interesting pieces like a Greek crater (Original) Sin información en ningún idioma pero con piezas interesantes como una crátera griega

  • 4/5 SooHee L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A large national museum facing a wide square. You can look around easily. (Original) 넓은 광장을 마주한 대형 국립박물관. 여유롭게 둘러볼 수 있음.

  • 4/5 Marnix H. 4 years ago on Google
    Small museum with interesting historical artefacts.

  • 4/5 Zbigniew L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Tirana, capital of Albania. Worth a visit. (Original) Tirana, stolica Albanii. Warto odwiedzić.

  • 3/5 Serena F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a museum with values ​​but not enough information about things and a large part of it is functional (Original) Eshte muze me vlera por ska mjaftueshem info per gjerat dhe nje pjese e madhe e tij s eshte funksional

  • 5/5 Inna M. 4 years ago on Google
    Super

  • 5/5 Γκέρτα �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very nice place ??? (Original) Ένα πολύ ωραίο μέρος ???

  • 3/5 Pierpaolo T. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It didn't excite me! (Original) Non mi ha entusiasmato!

  • 5/5 Virgil P. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Interesting (Original) Foarte interesant

  • 5/5 Maria Pia Di C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) So much history, everything and more. (Original) Tanta storia, di tutto e di più.

  • 5/5 Armand Z. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Important (Original) Importante

  • 4/5 יעקב �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful structure, aesthetic and cleanliness around it (Original) מבנה יפה, אסטטי וניקיון סביבו

  • 5/5 Astrit M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful mizeo (Original) Bellissimo mizeo

  • 5/5 Lancia 037 r. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful (Original) Shum e bukur

  • 3/5 AMS A. 6 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Information is missing. (Original) Mungojne informacione.


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    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom

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