Walking Tour Baazar – The Argjiro Castle – Zekate house

4.6 (20 reviews) 3 hours Free cancellation

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Towards the neck of the Bazaar — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Inside the Bazaar — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

In this tour, you will discover the magic of the city by visiting the medieval Bazaar, the highlight of the city Argjiro Castle, and one of the best-preserved houses, the Zekate House. Starting at Cerciz Topulli Square with our local guide, we continue toward the Old Bazaar, stopping at the Neck of Bazaar, where we meet artisans working with old methods, and head toward the Castle. The 2.5-hectare castle, full of history, tragedy, and legends, will be explained by the guide. You’ll be 330 meters above sea level, enjoying breathtaking views of Gjirokastra, the typical tower houses covered with grey stone, usually two or three floors. The last stop is the Zekate House, a gift by Ali Pasha Tepelena to his accountant, Beqir Zeko. This tour aims to let you experience the unique, magical, and friendly atmosphere of Gjirokastra, not just visit popular attractions.

Entrance: 400 ALL/Castle 300 ALL/Zekate.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Experience Gjirokastra

Ages: Adults (12–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guide

Not included

Not included: Admissions (Castle & Zekate House)
Not included: Gratitude

Itinerary

Gjirokastra Bazaar

40 min

We walk through the Bazaar of Gjirokaster where we learn some history of the city and also meet some of the artisans where you can choose to buy their products
Stop 2

one hour Admission not included

Our accredited guide will present you the magnificent castle and explain to you all the history and legends of it.
Zekate House

30 min Admission not included

This is one of the most typical local fortress houses (medieval) where we can learn how the rich families of that time used to leave, and also see the unique architecture of this city buildings.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We meet in front of our office easily recognizable, right next to the statue of Cerciz Topulli in "Cerciz Topulli" square in Gjirokaster

End point

We meet in front of our office easily recognizable, right next to the statue of Cerciz Topulli in "Cerciz Topulli" square in Gjirokaster

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.