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Gjirokaster Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | August 2026
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What to do
Looking for things to do in Gjirokaster? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Blue Eye
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Natural scenery
Castle of Gjirokastra
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Historic landmark
The Blue Eye
4.2
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Camping "Family" Gjirokastër
2.8
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Zekate House
2.8
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Historic landmark
GJIROKASTER, Skënduli House
2.8
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Ali Pasha Bridge
2.8
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The cold war tunnel
2.8
5.0
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Historic landmark
Gjirokastra Old Town
2.7
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Historic landmark
Muza Ime Musine Kokalari
2.6
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Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Gjirokaster, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Bujtina Sophie
4.7
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2 Reviews
The Golden View Guesthouse
5.0
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2 Reviews
Bizant House Boutique Hotel
4.9
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4 Reviews
Hotel Fantasy
4.6
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65 Reviews
Hotel Kastro
4.5
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3 Reviews
Dream's Hotel
4.4
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2 Reviews
Hotel Cajupi
4.1
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14 Reviews
Bed and Breakfast Kotoni
4.5
/5
33 Reviews
Hotel Bebej Tradicional
4.7
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18 Reviews
Kerculla Resort
4.7
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45 Reviews
Hotel Argjiro
4.4
/5
33 Reviews
Mesopotam Agrotourism Resort
4.3
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1 Reviews
What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Gjirokaster dishes and foodie spots.
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Rrapi Restaurant
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Western cuisine
Avg. €7/person
Taverna Check-In & Pizzeri
5.0
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Western cuisine
Avg. €1/person
Bar Restaurant Kujtimi
5.0
/5
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Western cuisine
Hotel Bar Restaurant KODRA
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Western cuisine
Avg. €74/person
Coffee Bar Restaurant Sofra
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Western cuisine
Avg. €9/person
Taverna Kuka
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Western cuisine
Pizza Me Gusta
5.0
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Western cuisine
Avg. €4/person
Restorant Tradicional Urat
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Western cuisine
Taverna Brahimi
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Western cuisine
The Barrels Ms ( te Fuçite )
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Western cuisine
Restaurant-Hotel Kolla
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Western cuisine
Avg. €31/person
Submarine 105
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Coffee shop
Gjirokaster Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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Monun Hotel
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Rea Boutique Hotel
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Mert Boutique Hotel
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Hotel Hymeti's Palace
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Hotel Agimi
9.2
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Demi Hotel
9.0
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8.3
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Elysium Hotel
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15 Reviews
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Bebi Hotel and Apartments
9.0
/5
8 Reviews
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Hotel Agimi
9.2
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56 Reviews
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49 Reviews
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Glow Boutique Hotel & Suites
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Hotel Saranda Palace
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Bees Park
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