{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/albania/tirana","updatedAt":"2026-09-17T19:01:02.074Z","place":{"city":"Tirana","country":"Albania","countryCode":"AL","lat":41.32744,"lon":19.81866},"safety":{"score":67,"level":"MODERATE","answer":"Mostly — take normal precautions","saferThanPctOfCountries":68,"confidence":0.59,"caps":[],"databaseScore":64,"travellerSentiment":{"score":83,"label":"Mostly positive","summary":"Visitors generally report feeling safe in Tirana, particularly during daylight and in central areas; nighttime safety is viewed positively by many, though some note traffic and occasional protests as concerns.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":75,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":92,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":70,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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travel advisory","value":1.5,"display":"Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution · 2 govts","year":null,"score":75,"source":"CA / US"}],"healthNotices":[{"level":"Alert","title":"Global Polio","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level2/global-polio"},{"level":"Watch","title":"Global Dengue","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/dengue-global"},{"level":"Watch","title":"Global Measles","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/measles-globe"}],"hazardAlerts":[{"kind":"Flood","severity":"green","title":"flood alert in Albania","distanceKm":32},{"kind":"Wildfire","severity":"green","title":"forest fire notification in Croatia","distanceKm":350},{"kind":"Flood","severity":"green","title":"flood alert in Croatia","distanceKm":369},{"kind":"Flood","severity":"green","title":"flood alert in Italy","distanceKm":433},{"kind":"Wildfire","severity":"green","title":"forest fire notification in Italy","distanceKm":447},{"kind":"Wildfire","severity":"green","title":"forest fire notification in Italy","distanceKm":457}],"fieldResearch":{"verdict":"Yes — Tirana is generally safe for visitors, with low violent crime but notable petty theft and traffic risks.","summary":"Tirana's safety profile shows low homicide and terrorism risk, moderate crime levels, and generally positive visitor sentiment. While violent crime against tourists is rare, petty theft occurs in crowded areas and traffic poses a significant hazard due to aggressive driving and poor infrastructure. Recent protests have occasionally turned violent but are typically localized and avoidable.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Low","note":"Mugging and armed robbery risk to visitors is low; incidents are rare and typically not targeted at tourists."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Pickpocketing and bag-snatching occur in crowded zones such as Skanderbeg Square, Pazari i Ri market, and Bulevardi Bajram Curri, especially during peak evening hours."},"safeAreas":["Blloku","Skanderbeg Square","Komuna e Parisit"],"avoidAreas":["Farka (industrial zone with limited police presence and higher theft risk)"],"scams":["Taxi overcharging, especially at the airport","Fake police officers demanding fines","Currency exchange scams offering poor rates","ATM dynamic currency conversion (DCC) tricks","Restaurant drink price inflation","Bar and cafe hostess scams inviting tourists to overpriced venues"],"zones":[{"name":"Blloku","level":"safe","note":"Upscale area with cafes and nightlife; generally secure day and night, petty theft rare but watch bags in crowded bars."},{"name":"Skanderbeg Square","level":"safe","note":"Central tourist hub; well-patrolled, safe in daylight, avoid flashing valuables due to pickpocket risk in crowds."},{"name":"Kinostudio","level":"caution","note":"Residential area east of center; increased petty theft reports, especially after dark, avoid isolated streets at night."},{"name":"Rruga e Kavajës","level":"caution","note":"Major thoroughfare; scams and pickpocketing reported near transport hubs, remain alert in evening."},{"name":"Farka","level":"avoid","note":"Industrial zone south of city; limited police presence, higher risk of theft and scams, not recommended for visitors."},{"name":"Selita","level":"caution","note":"Southern residential district; occasional muggings reported, avoid walking alone after dark, use taxis."},{"name":"Komuna e Parisit","level":"safe","note":"Trendy area with restaurants and bars; safe during day and evening, watch for drink overcharging scams in venues."},{"name":"Lagjja e Fundit","level":"caution","note":"Eastern residential zone; isolated incidents of theft after dark, stay on main roads and avoid shortcuts through alleys."}]}}