Things to Do in Shkodër

There are 2 attractions in Shkodër. Lake Skadar, large karst lake on montenegro–albania border, biodiversity hotspot, is the most popular.

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Lake Skadar

Large karst lake on Montenegro–Albania border, biodiversity hotspot

Lake

2

Ada Bojana

River-delta island with sandy beaches and kitesurfing

Island

3

Rozafa Castle

Medieval hilltop castle near Shkodër with founding legend

Castle

4

Thethi National Park

National park in Albanian Alps with dramatic gorges

National Park

5

Fatih Sultan Mehmet Mosque

Historic Ottoman-era mosque in Shkodër

Mosque

6

St. Stephen's Cathedral, Shkodër

Catholic cathedral central to Shkodër's religious life

Church

7

Ebu Beker Mosque

Historic mosque in Shkodër with Ottoman architecture

Mosque

8

Lake Šas

Montenegrin coastal lake important for migratory birds

Lake

9

Lead Mosque, Shkodër

Ottoman-era mosque notable for its lead-covered roof

Mosque

10

Lake Koman

Albanian reservoir famed for dramatic fjord-like scenery

Reservoir

11

Skadar Lake National Park

National park around Lake Skadar, Balkans' largest lake

National Park

12

Church of Saint Nicholas, Lezhë

Medieval church in Lezhë with historical significance

Mosque

13

Grmožur

Small Montenegrin islet with historic prison fortress

Island

14

Franc Jozeph Island

Small island in Shkodër County, northern Albania

Island

15

Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Bar

Catholic cathedral and Bar's principal parish church

Church

16

Parrucë Mosque

Historic mosque in Shkodër with Ottoman-era architecture

Monument

17

Pasha's Mosque

Ottoman-era mosque in Ulcinj's old town

Mosque

18

Shurdhah

Medieval hilltop fortress and historic settlement near Shkodër

Island

19

Stari Ulcinj

Historic old town of Ulcinj on Montenegro coast

Island

20

Beška (island)

Small islet in Lake Skadar with medieval ruins

Island

21

Albanian Alps National Park

Mountain national park in Shkodër County, rugged peaks

National Park