Walking Tour Baazar – The Argjiro Castle – Zekate house

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

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.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Gjirokastra Bazaar

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

40 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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

1 hour • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

Guide

Admissions (Castle & Zekate House)

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Walking Tour Baazar – The Argjiro Castle – Zekate house

Reviews

4.50

18 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Energetic and Pleasant
Peter C,,Jul 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide was energetic, well informed and engaging. We visited the castle above Gjirokaster and an old mansion . Both were lovely. In summary, I would recommend.
Excellent walking tour! Our guide was so knowledgable.
Randy H,,Sep 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Bieren (? spelling) was excellent. Besides being a great guy, he has an obvious passion for the history of what we were seeing, and could expound off of any question we asked. Quite enjoyable.
A must in Gjirokaster
nicolenP2803QD,,Oct 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The guide was very knowledgable. We had a lot of questions as 2 couples from different backgrounds(Australian and German). We especially lined the peaceful Zekate house and are still a little sorry, that we did not haf the opportunitiy to try the homemade Rakei
Highly recommend!
barrielebarrie,,Sep 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an amazing experience with Besjan. We would highly recommend this tour and when Besjan is your guide you've hit the lottery!!
Really interesting tour and information
E1769NUleonardog,,Aug 27, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a great tour. The guide was amazing, he was born and raised there so he knew every detail of the city and the castle. He had very interesting facts and knew a lot of the history
Great tour!
Malwina C,,Aug 27, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Arli is a great and knowledgeable guide. He took care of us and made the tour a very good experience. Thanks!
To be seen
C6263LQfrancescom,,Aug 10, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
City to visit with very beautiful views. The history of the country, like it or not, starts from here and unfolds from here. To be seen!
Stellar Tour
Zac Andrus,,Sep 11, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Arli was a great tour guide. Super knowledgeable and had all the local tips. Highly recommend the tour.
Basically just a castle tour
Hanna S,,Aug 27, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
We had to pay the entree fee on 3 different occasions, saw very little of the city. The guide was very knowledgable though.
Memorable experience
simonkonig,,Aug 27, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Arli was a great English speaking guide. He knows a lot about Gjirocaster, and was very good explaining all of the history of the city and the castle. Will definitely recommend this tour to others, who is seeking to get an authentic experience of this beautiful city and its attractions.