With some great day trip options in the surrounding area, renting a car makes sense. Without one, it’d be much more difficult to soak up everything that Gjirokaster, 30 miles away, has to offer. Gjirokastra Castle, Zekate House and Gjirokaster Mosque alone make the drive out worthwhile. Don’t forget about Berat either! Just 45 miles away, Berat Castle, Onufri Museum and Cobo Winery are essential stops here.