Gjirokastra Day Tour from Tirana

The tour of the city starts around 10.30 a.m from Cerciz Topulli square in Gjirokastra. A walk through the cobblestone streets of the Old Bazaar which leads us to the Castle of Argjiro on the top of the hill and the best panoramic view of the hole city and Drino’s river valley. Here you will have the chance to see from close the main arts and crafts that this city uses to preserve still nowadays. 

On the way back you can buy some souvenirs to take home with you. 

The duration of the tour around the city must last up to 4 hours. 

• Stop at the Obelisk and enjoy the panoramic view of the new and old city;

During the walk on the Old Bazaar, we will take a corner of a few stairs more to reach the Obelisk point. The view from here will allow you a close look at the traditional stone houses, at the old and new quarters of this big city on the roots of Mali i Gjere (Large Mountain). 

The castle, which dates between VI-XII centuries, has served as the nucleus of this ancient city from III AD century. It is distinguished for its significant architectural, historical, cultural values, but also as a reference point for events such as folklore festivals, wedding ceremonies, photography enthusiasts, etc.

It serves as a dominant point not only for the city but also for the surrounding landscape.

After the castle, on the way down we will on a round walk on the street of the ‘mads’, “Sokaku i te marrve” which connects the main important houses of the old part of the city. Here we can find the Dictator’s house; Ismail Kadare (our big Albanian writer) house; Skenduli or Zekateve house. 

On our suggestions and your most interest, we will choose to visit one of them to learn the history, look from close the lifestyle of the 18 century in Albania or hear some local experiences from the owners or other people.