Step into history on a guided tour of Gjirokastër. Uncover local culture, age-old traditions, and vibrant city life as you explore centuries of rich heritage and iconic museums with an expert local guide.
Things to do Gjirokastra Stone Chronological City Tour
Discover the three pillars of the "City of Stone" on this streamlined, easy-paced 2-hour walking tour. Designed to avoid the most treacherous, slippery slopes, we take a comfortable route through Gjirokastër's grandest history, making it accessible and highly engaging.Our journey follows a perfect historical trilogy:
The Castle: we stand beneath the towering, historic fortress walls to uncover medieval legends, military secrets, and the city’s defensive origins.
The Bazaar: we descend into the vibrant, century-old Ottoman market crossroads to see local master craftsmen at work and admire the non-slip cobblestones.
The Dictator: we enter the historic old neighborhood to visit the birthplace of Albania's notorious communist dictator, Enver Hoxha (now the Ethnographic Museum).
Important note: museum and fortress interior entry tickets are not included. This gives you the flexibility to enjoy the beautiful exterior architecture and stories with the group, or purchase a ticket at the end to explore the museum rooms at your own pace together with the guide.
Perfect for enjoying an historical walking for your vacation and wanting a relaxing time!
Included
Ethnographic Museum Rooms
Meeting point
Çerçiz Topulli Square, in front of Argjiro Hotel and Vodafone shop