Gjirokaster
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Castle of Gjirokastra
3.6
5.0/56 Reviews
Historic buildings
Opening hours: 09:00-19:00
insta influencer @92.geo:“An imposing castle on the ridge of gjirokaster. entry costs 400 lek and there is another fee for the museum”
Blue Eye
3.8
5.0/51 Reviews
Natural scenery
Opening hours: 08:00-20:00
惬意漫游:“Deep springs, clear rivers, colorful flowers on the banks, natural landscapes without tickets. It's been a long time since I last saw it.”
GJIROKASTER, Skënduli House
2.6
5.0/51 Reviews
Museums
Opening hours: 09:00-19:00
insta influencer @92.geo:“a beautiful traditional Albanian house that showcases life from 300 years ago. Entry is 200 lek”
The cold war tunnel
2.6
5.0/51 Reviews
Historic buildings
Opening hours: 09:00-16:00
insta influencer @92.geo:“Hoxha built these tunnels in the 1970s. it could house 200 people. Entry is just 200 LEK!”
Camping "Family" Gjirokastër
2.6
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Zekate House
2.5
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Historic buildings
Opening hours: 09:00-17:00
Gjirokastra Bazaar
2.5
5.0/51 Reviews
Historic buildings
Opening hours: 08:00-16:30
_TS***wb:“Gjirokaster Bazar is a stunning piece of architecture. with it’s cobbled stone paths and beautiful historical buildings makes a fascinating piece of art. We strongly recommend it to visit this city if you ever visit Albania. A city with so much beauty ❤️”
Muza Ime Musine Kokalari
2.4
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Where to stay
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What to eat
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Check - in Restaurant
5.0/51 Reviews
Open at 12:00 today
_TI***0l:“Spectacular view of the old city also the mosque in front. Relaxing music, good food. Very exceptional the atmosphere”
Pizza Edi
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Kompleksi Freskia
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Bar Restorant El Dorado
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Gjirokaster Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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This underrated World Heritage Site was once the largest mountain military fortress in Europe.
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Exploring the Stone City of Gjirokastër
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🏰✨ Solo Time Traveler’s Dream: Gjirokastër Castle – Albania’s Stone Giant
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Gjirokastër: The Timeless Stone City of Albania
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"Enver Hoxha's Former Residence"
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Gjirokastër: Albania’s Enchanting Stone City
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Popular Types of Attractions in Gjirokaster
Popular Attractions in Gjirokaster
Gjirokastër Obelisk | Cemetery | Lin’s Rock | Caravan Horse Riding Albania | Mufid Bey Saray | Qafa e Priftërve | GJIROKASTER, Skënduli House | Liqeni i Doftisë | Çerçiz Topulli Square | Kastro e selos | Skena e Festivalit Folklorik Gjirokastër | Hiking South Albania | The cold war tunnel | Church of Labove e Kryqit | Gurra Konckë
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Popular Restaurants in Gjirokaster
Coffee Bar Restaurant Sofra | Bar Restorant Rrapi | Hotel Restaurant Kolla | Taverne-Restaurant Murgana | The Black Rose Pub | Rustikana Dervician | Check - in Restaurant | La Bière Bar | Pizza Edi | Kompleksi Freskia | Bar Restorant El Dorado | Kujtimi | Restaurant Tradicional Kotoni | Pizza 'n' Burger - Wide | Restorant "Arra" | Old Town 13 | Bar Classic | Kurveleshi | Restorant La Famiglia | Restaurant Dropoli Palace | Argjiro Patisserie | Taverna Kuka | Restaurant Pizzeria Ndrico | Grill House | Pizza Me Gusta | Restorant Veranda | Kufoi | “Castle View” Grill | Coffee Bar Restaurant Sofra | The Park
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