The Natural Sciences Museum of Albania is a small, old-fashioned museum attached to the country's scientific tradition rather than to Tirana's newer gallery scene. Expect specimens, fossils, birds, mammals, and displays that explain Albania as a landscape of mountains, wetlands, and coast.
It will not suit everyone, but it is a good stop for travelers who like natural history and want a break from politics, bunkers, and boulevard architecture. The museum also gives useful background before heading into Albania's national parks.