Things to do
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Zekate House
The best of the town's house museums and worth the uphill climb; the owner's family collects the small entry fee at the door.
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Cold War Tunnel
Guided visits only and only about 30 minutes; bring a light jacket because it stays cold underground.
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Gjirokastër Castle
Start here for orientation and the valley views; allow extra time for the long vaulted artillery gallery.
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Gjirokastër Ethnographic Museum
A short, useful stop for context on how these houses were actually lived in; skip it if pressed and do Zekate instead.
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Old Bazaar
Walk it early morning or after 6pm when tour groups thin; the cobbles are steep and slick, so bring real shoes.
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Skenduli House
Take the family-led tour rather than wandering alone; the explanation of the winter and summer rooms is the point.
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