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Discover Historic Berat on a Free Walking Tour
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Xhulja Qalliu
Duration
2h 30min
Meeting point
Xhamia e Beqareve
Languages
English, Italian
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
Our tour begins at the New Bridge, a perfect starting point to introduce the charm of Berat’s two iconic neighborhoods, Mangalem and Gorica, separated by the Osum River and connected by the historic Gorica Bridge, which we’ll talk about in more detail.
From there, we’ll walk through the cobbled streets of the city, surrounded by Ottoman-style architecture, and visit two important religious landmarks that face each other: the Orthodox Cathedral and the Lead Mosque, a beautiful symbol of interfaith harmony in Berat.
As we head toward the castle, we’ll first pass by the King’s Mosque and the Halveti Tekke, two spiritual landmarks standing side by side, offering a serene and reflective atmosphere.
The uphill walk to the castle takes about 20–30 minutes. Once inside, we’ll explore true historical gems: the Church of the Holy Trinity, the White Mosque, the water cistern, the Acropolis, the Red Mosque, and of course, Tabja, the castle’s famous viewpoint with a breathtaking panorama over the city.
From there, we’ll walk through the cobbled streets of the city, surrounded by Ottoman-style architecture, and visit two important religious landmarks that face each other: the Orthodox Cathedral and the Lead Mosque, a beautiful symbol of interfaith harmony in Berat.
As we head toward the castle, we’ll first pass by the King’s Mosque and the Halveti Tekke, two spiritual landmarks standing side by side, offering a serene and reflective atmosphere.
The uphill walk to the castle takes about 20–30 minutes. Once inside, we’ll explore true historical gems: the Church of the Holy Trinity, the White Mosque, the water cistern, the Acropolis, the Red Mosque, and of course, Tabja, the castle’s famous viewpoint with a breathtaking panorama over the city.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Gorica
- Mangalem
- Lead Mosque
- Teqeja e Helvetive
- Saint Demetrius Cathedral
- Bachelors' Mosque
- Xhamia Mbret (Xhamia e Sulltanit)
- Gorica Bridge
- Berat Castle
- Ura e Varur
Our Guides
Berat Tour
On arrival
Meeting Point- How to Find Me:
We will meet at the Hang Out Bridge of Berat, right in front of the Bachelor’s Mosque (Xhamia e Beqarëve). It’s a central and easy-to-find location, just a few minutes’ walk from the main boulevard and most hotels in the city.
Look for a friendly local guide with a warm smile, and that’s me! If needed, you can contact me in advance, and I’ll be happy to guide you step by step to the meeting point.
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