"Marubi" National Museum of Photography.

The Marubi National Museum of Photography is a must-visit in Shkodër. A fascinating collection that tells the story of Albania through powerful historical photographs. Well curated, modern, and easy to explore, it offers a meaningful and engaging cultural experience even for non-experts. Highly recommended.

“A great historical experience in Albanian history. Visiting the Marubi Museum with my niece and my wife was both educational and inspiring.”

My son is fond of photography and I always encourage him. Luckily upon our visit to Shkoder, we found Marubi and we decided to visit. National Museum of Photography entrance ticket is 700 and 210 for adults and children. The lady suggested us for 1 hour timing. No guide available but you can read about every photo and section. For us, the museum is so small, few wallpapers, old cameras, the way of printing, few characters with their details and few more. Maximum time we spent was less than 15 minutes.

The photographic exhibition currently showing is interesting to see, but I think the 700 lek entrance fee is excessive. I visited the "Site of Witnesses & Memory" museum which is well worth the 200 lek entry fee. The top floor is dedicated to the photos of Pietro Marubbi and the sons of his gardener who were taken under his wing and continued his work adopting the Marubbi name. A good collection of b&w photos depicting life & people during the earlier part of the 20th century. Interesting to see what his photographic dark room looked like, not so dissimilar to what I used 55 years ago at school in my teens.

Good museum that takes a look on local history through photography

Really interesting spot if you’re into photography and its history. Not only for showing original Albanian artists work, but also as the journey through the different eras of the photography as an art and process.

“A wonderful museum! The collection of old photographs uniquely tells the history and life of Albania. Very well organized, modern, and with a special atmosphere. A true journey through time, definitely worth visiting!”

Well curated, immersive approach to the artistry of photography as well as a visual history of Albania and neighboring areas. Beautiful environment, wood stairs and large windows. I enjoyed the ‘darkroom’ and displays of equipment. Highly recommend.