Surely one of the greatest pieces of ancient architecture in Albania, if not the Balkans, the Durres Amphitheatre was built in 100AD by Hadrian and was only rediscovered in the 1960s. It was used for about 300 years and back then it could as many as 20,000 spectators.

This structure, known as the Byzantine Forum, is a historical monument dating back to the 5th-6th centuries. In its centre there is a well and a base of several steps in the shape of a circle. It is part of a vast complex of buildings decorated with marble columns and a floor covered with large marble slabs.

let's get amazed with the architecture and the space of Freedom Square, the main square of the city. Next, we walk through the Mercantile Road is one of the most important areas of the city, where the walking along the seaside is a tradition nowadays. It consists of 2 or 3 store buildings, constructed in the beginning of the XX century.

It was once regarded as one of the most formidable defence structures along the western coast of the Adriatic Sea. The present-day fortress traces its roots to the initial construction efforts of Byzantine Emperor Anastasius I (491–518), a native of Durrës (ancient Dyrrhachium). Built atop the remains of the Byzantine tower around the XV century, the Venetian Tower was fortified with cannons to protect the city from the sea. Specifically designed to be armed with artillery, it served as a crucial observation point for monitoring the surrounding area. In 2022-2023 the Venetian Tower was renovated and transformed into the first Albanian Heritage Interpretation Centre and now offers visitors the chance to explore historical events and places through state-of-the-art digital and multimedia tools. These include VR headsets, audio guides, dome multimedia projections and other activities, which combine entertainment with a more in-depth look at the city’s ancient history.