The Clock Tower (Kulla e Sahatit) is a historic landmark in central Tirana, beside Et’hem Bey Mosque and close to Skanderbeg Square. You can climb its stairs for a viewpoint over the main square and beyond, making it a compact stop among the city’s central sights.
- Setting: beside Et’hem Bey Mosque, near Skanderbeg Square.
- History: the tower has shown the time in Tirana since 1822.
- Viewpoint: reached by climbing 90 stairs.
The Clock Tower and its setting
The Clock Tower is a cultural monument and a significant part of Tirana’s identity. Albania’s National Tourism Agency describes it as built in the early 19th century. The tower and Et’hem Bey Mosque form an architectural ensemble that also appears in Tirana Municipality’s emblem.
Finding the Clock Tower
The tower is in the center of Tirana, next to Skanderbeg Square. Its listed address is Sheshi Skënderbej, Tirana, Albania, so you can use the square as your destination. The exact route and walking time depend on your starting point and route choice.
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Visiting hours and access
You can reach the viewpoint by climbing the tower’s 90 stairs. The visitor route to the top uses stairs, so if you need step-free access or other mobility accommodations, confirm options with the site before visiting. Pair a stay at a hotel for visiting Tirana’s Clock Tower with a climb to the viewpoint.
Opening hours
- Monday to Friday: 9:00–18:00
- Saturday: 9:00–14:00
- Sunday: closed
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
The official tourism sources reviewed do not state current visitor days or hours, an admission price or other admission conditions. Check the official site before you go, especially to confirm opening and access arrangements.
Pairing the tower with nearby sights
Et’hem Bey Mosque stands beside the tower, while Skanderbeg Square is next to it. These close landmarks make it easy to group the Clock Tower with a look around the square and the mosque’s exterior in one central-Tirana visit. A one-day walk from the hotel through central Tirana’s sights puts the tower in a wider city route.
FAQs
What address should you use for the Clock Tower?
Use Sheshi Skënderbej, Tirana, Albania.
When was the Clock Tower built?
The National Tourism Agency describes it as built in the early 19th century.
Who built the Clock Tower and Et’hem Bey Mosque?
The same person built both structures, according to the tourism agency.