GJAKOVA
Where Stories Walk the Streets
Gjakova offers a rare blend of living heritage and serene charm. Home to one of Europe’s longest Ottoman-era bazaars, vibrant artisan workshops, and a walkable cityscape steeped in centuries of storytelling.
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PLACES TO VISIT IN GJAKOVA
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WHERE TO STAY?
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Where to Stay in Gjakova
WHAT TO DO?
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Things to Do in Gjakova
WHAT TO EAT?
Taste the local food. The signature local dishes you must try and the best spots to find them.
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Attractions
Tips
What to Eat in Gjakova?
If this is your first trip to Gjakova, start with these classics. Rich with history and full of character, they’re the meals that locals return to again and again - proof that the best way to know a place is often through its food.
€4.50 – €7.50
Pleskavica
Balkan Burger
Often stuffed with Kasar cheese. Cut it down the middle and let the cheese flow.
€2.50 – €5.00
Suxhuk
Suxhuk
This is the spicy, dry-aged beef sausage. The "Gjakova" & "Peja" artisanal producers are the regional gold standard.
€7.00 – €11.50
Tavë Kosi
Lamb & Yogurt Bake
This is very rich lamb and yogurt. It’s the ultimate comfort food, best followed by a long nap.
€2.00 – €4.00
Bakllavë
Baklava
Real baklava shouldn't be soggy; it should have a crisp "snap." Eat it with small sips of water.
€5.00 – €12.00
Meze e fshatit
Traditional Meze
It's a mix of everything. If you like a specific cheese, ask for an extra side - waiters are usually happy to oblige.
GJAKOVA BUS STATION
Bus departures from Gjakova
Gjakova - Prishtina
1h 50 min
every 40 min
05:45 – 19:45
Gjakova - Prizren
1h 00 min
every 40-50 min
07:00 – 20:30
Gjakova - Peja
1h 20 min
every 60 min
07:30 – 19:00
Gjakova - Mitrovica
3h 30 min
every 120 min
08:30 – 16:30
Gjakova - Gjilan
2h 50 min
every 120 min
08:00 – 16:00
Gjakova - Ferizaj
1h 30 min
every 60 min
07:45 – 18:15