Explore Korça: come curious-leave amazed!

The tour lasts 2 hours

Available in English

Description

"Come curious and leave amazed," visiting Korca.
In this tour you will explore the Old Bazaar featuring Iljaz Bey Mirahori Mosque, Rakos Shop, Hani I Pazarit, Gjelit, and traditional workshops. Enjoy coffee, tea, and traditional brandy at the bazaar's bars. Walk the city's pedestrian path to Flag House, Gjon Mili Museum, The First Albanian School, Themistokli Gwermenji House, The Resurrection of Christ Cathedral, and The Digital Art Gallery. Visit the Archaeological Museum, Bratko Museum of Oriental Art, and Museum of Medieval Art before concluding back at the cathedral. Join us for an enriching journey through history and culture!

Guide: Mario

Guiding since 2025

Hello! My name is Mario, and I am a licensed tour guide and a teacher. I have studied history and geography. I offer guided tours in the city of Korça. With its unique architecture, fascinating history, traditions, cozy cafes and warm atmosphere with serenata songs, Korça is a place full of stories waiting to be discovered, and I am here to bring them to life for you. As both a guide and a teacher, I don’t just show you places, I help you truly understand what Korca has to offer. Not just facts, but stories, legends and real local life. So Explore Korca, come curious-leave amazed

7 stops

2.2 km walking

2 hours

Meeting point:Old Bazaar of KorçëWe will meet at the city center in front of the Orthodox Cathedral. I will wear a white T-shirt. Open in Google Maps →

Free entry

Katedralja OrtodokseThe Resurrection of Christ Cathedral of Korca is the main Albanian Orthodox church in Korçë. The cathedral was built by the Albanian Orthodox Church in 1995. A previous cathedral in Korçë named after Saint George was destroyed by the Communist authorities in 1968.

Outside visit

Mësonjëtorja e parë shqipe dhe Muzeu i ArsimitThe National Museum of Education is a national museum located in Korçë. The museum is located in the building where, on March 7, 1887, the first Albanian school, also known as Mësonjëtorja, was e. It contains the history of Albanian writing and Albanian publications, such as the first Albanian alphabet written by patriot Naum Veqilharxhi and the second Albanian alphabet written by Kostandin Kristoforidhi. There are also pictures and photos of prominent patriots who contributed to the opening of the school,

Outside visit

Pazari I Vjeter

7 stops

2.2 km walking

2 hours

Meeting point:Old Bazaar of KorçëWe will meet at the city center in front of the Orthodox Cathedral. I will wear a white T-shirt. Open in Google Maps →

Free entry

Outside visit

Pazari I Vjeter

4.96

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Professionalism

4.88

Entertainment

4.64

Communication

4.76

Quality

4.92

Route

4.92

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.