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UNESCO Stone City of the South

Car Rental in Gjirokastra

Journey to Albania's most dramatic city β€” a UNESCO-listed stone city perched on a mountain ridge above the Drino Valley.

Tirana Airport β†’ Gjirokastra: ~232 km (~2.5 hrs)

Driving to Gjirokastra

Gjirokastra is one of the most extraordinary cities in the Balkans β€” a UNESCO World Heritage Site built almost entirely from stone, rising dramatically above the Drino Valley. Its massive Ottoman castle dominates the skyline. Combined with a visit to the nearby Blue Eye and Saranda, Gjirokastra makes for an unforgettable southern Albania road trip.

Travel Tips

Gjirokastra Castle houses a military museum and offers sweeping valley views

The Old Bazaar has authentic Ottoman-era architecture and local crafts

The Blue Eye natural spring (Syri i KaltΓ«r) is 26 km southwest β€” an easy side trip

The Antigonea archaeological site is 12 km north β€” ancient Greek ruins rarely visited

Rent a Car in Gjirokastra

Pickup at Tirana Airport or free delivery to Gjirokastra. Best prices, no hidden fees.

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