Tours/Tirana/Tirana: Guided Craft Beer Tasting with Local Bites
Tirana: Guided Craft Beer Tasting with Local Bites
4.3(8)Tirana2h 40min
VIATOR3.8(5)TRIPADVISOR5.0(3)
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At a glance
Duration
2h 40min
Price from
$51 / person
Location
Tirana, Albania
Rating
4.3 / 5 · 8 reviews
Languages
DE, EN, IT, FR
Group
Small group, up to 30
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
InAlb
Meeting point
We will meet in front of the Pyramid entrance. Your guide will send you a location on your whatsapp .
Description
This activity is a unique celebration of Albania’s vibrant craft beer culture, blending flavors, stories, and traditions into an immersive tasting experience. Each beer tells a regional tale, from the alpine-inspired crispness of Puka Beer to the historical richness of Bylis Brew, paired thoughtfully with Albanian culinary delights like mac and cheese balls, grilled sausages, and aged cheeses. Beyond the flavors, guests are invited to delve deeper into the brewing journey, engaging with passionate brewers who share the artistry and heritage behind their creations. The experience is enriched by vintage brewing equipment and tales of innovation that bridge tradition and modernity. Optional add-ons, such as beer and rakia pairings or a hands-on beer blending workshop, provide interactive elements that make the experience truly unforgettable. This is not just a beer tasting it's a cultural and sensory journey through Albania's evolving craft beer landscape.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
2:00 PM, 6:00 PM, and 8:30 PM
Next available
Mon, Oct 12
Adult (ages 18–80)
$51
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
Active Beer Tasting Tour
Active Beer Tasting Tour
English speaking
English speaking Guide
What's included
Included
Local bites pairing
Visit to four different local beer spots (active option)
Expert guide sharing stories of brewers and traditions
Guided tasting of five unique Albanian craft beers
5 Albanian craft beers
Not included
Transportation to the starting point
Extra drinks and food
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.3
8 reviews
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How it compares in Tirana
Starting price $51 is close to the typical $51 for tours of similar length in Tirana
Excurgo comparison of 985 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
18 years old above
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Tirana: Guided Craft Beer Tasting with Local Bites take?
Tirana: Guided Craft Beer Tasting with Local Bites lasts about 2h 40min.
How much does Tirana: Guided Craft Beer Tasting with Local Bites cost?
Prices start at $51 per person for this Tirana experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Tirana: Guided Craft Beer Tasting with Local Bites run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM, and 8:30 PM.
Can I cancel Tirana: Guided Craft Beer Tasting with Local Bites for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We will meet in front of the Pyramid entrance. Your guide will send you a location on your whatsapp . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Tirana: Guided Craft Beer Tasting with Local Bites offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Tirana: Guided Craft Beer Tasting with Local Bites worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by InAlb.
Reviews(8)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Brettsy
September 19, 2026 · via Viator
Not much information on...
Not much information on the beer or culture. Sampled several enjoyable beers along with some tasty snacks. Guide was friendly and chatty but didn’t discuss the beer. Overall OK, but unlike other beer tastings I’ve done.
Operator response
Thank you for the honest feedback. Our Tirana craft beer tasting should cover each brewery, the beer styles and how craft beer grew in Albania, not only the drinks and the local bites. We have gone through the script again with the guide so the stories come with every glass. Glad the beers and the snacks were good. Donald, InAlb
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Christoph_R
May 29, 2026 · via Viator
An optimal starter for the evening in a new city.
A walk from the meeting point to the venue where you get to know the pub and restaurant district. Tasting local beers with snacks. Very good to get in the mood for an evening out. Very nice guide and cool location.
Operator response
Vielen Dank Christoph. Unser Craft Beer Tasting in Tirana ist genau als lockerer Start in den Abend gedacht, mit lokalen Bieren, kleinen Snacks und einem Spaziergang durch das Ausgehviertel Blloku. Bis zum nächsten Mal in Albanien. Donald, InAlb
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clairedO1517SH
November 3, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Lovely experience
I really liked the beer and the food was amazing. The flavors were pretty new to me and I enjoyed them .
Gerhard was an excelent guide and story teller!
Operator response
Thank you Claire. Albanian craft beer is still a new story and Gerhard tells it well. Glad the local bites were a good match. Come back for the raki tasting next time you are in Tirana. Donald, InAlb
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susan_R
September 25, 2025 · via Viator
Meeting Arid
Easy location from where we were staying, and easy to find meeting point.
The bar was welcoming and clean.
Our guide , Arid , was fantastic. Kind and friendly. There was just my friend,Arid and myself. The evening didn't feel awkward. The conversation flowed well.
He is a very knowledgeable young man. And interesting. Perfect English. Perfect manners.
Operator response
Hi Susan , we are really glad you enjoyed your tasting. Thank you for the nice review.. cheers!
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Kimberly_K
August 5, 2025 · via Viator
Could have done this on my own
A couple things here, we had a wonderful guide who got paired up with us last minute and she was so enthusiastic, she made this tour. Next, I don't think this tour is as advertised. Yea you go sample beer at one place, that's it. It's not quite what was put on Viator. You could simply do this by looking up the craft beer place on Google Maps. You only go to one place, you get a flight of beer and the poor guide couldn't really tell us much about the beers and the history of the microbrewery because like I said she got put on the tour last minute. I would definitely take a tour with the guide again, but not this one.
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Ben_M
April 29, 2025 · via Viator
Beer Tasting in Albania
Small group atmosphere, guilds were very knowledable and friendly. Learned a lot about Albanian beer culture and how it is growing as well as a lot of the history of Albania.
Operator response
Thank you Ben. Small groups are the point of our Tirana beer tasting, and the story of how Albanian craft beer grew is as good as the beer itself. Glad the history came through too. Donald, InAlb
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Trek05756938743
April 24, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
I highly recommend it
Good beer, interesting flavors. The personal mix plate was tasty and just the right size. Enjoyed it so much. I highly recommend it.
Operator response
We are glad you liked it ! Now we are doing our beer tasting in a different way and if you liked the experience I guarantee you will love the new tasting and tour ! Thank you for the nice review !
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The_Ast1
April 5, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Beer tasting
Our host Serena was very nice. The craft beers were of a good variety, and the food was just what we needed. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting something a little different
Operator response
Thanks a lot for the nice review , I am glad you like the craft beer and food , Pans brewery works really hard to make the best craft beer possible and the dishes are packed that is why we are really happy when our guests enjoy our products and stories !
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