Pristina Full-day Tour

Overview

Pristina is the cultural, economical, and administrative center of the Kosovo with a long history. In a full day tour to Pristina, you can discover archeological sites, monuments protected by UNESCO, very old Ottoman places, narrow stone streets and attractive tall buildings. The 'New Born' monument is becoming the symbol of this new state.

Itinerary

1. Gazimestan Memorial

   Battle of Kosovo monument dedicated to the battle of 1389 between a Balkan Alliance force led by Serbian prince Lazar against an Ottoman army led by Sultan Murad I. The battle was fierce and both leaders of the armies were killed in battle.

   · 30 min

2. Turb of Sultan Murad

   Then continue further to visit the monument as well as the Tomb of Sultan Murad I.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

3. Gracanica Monastery

   We visit a superb Orthodox Church founded by the Serbian king Stefan Milutin in 1321, a triumph of Byzantine architecture and part of the Kosovo Medieval Monuments protected by UNESCO.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

4. Ulpiana

   The ancient remains of Ulpiana, a roman town in the province of Dardania, home of the Illyrian tribe of Dardanoi, also known as Justiniana Secunda have been unearthed, testimony to Kosovo’s ancient past.

   · 30 min

5. Pristina

   In Pristina we will walk through the capital exploring its main attractions including: the Mother Teresa Boulevard, the Monument of Scanderbeg (Albanian National Hero), the Clock Tower, Kosovo Government building and the “New Born” monument which is becoming the symbol of this new state. Of particular interest are the Ottoman period mosques of Pristina with probably the most beautiful, being the Fatih Mosque dating back to 1461 during the golden era of Sultan Mehmet II. Its huge ceiling domed cupola crowns a splendidly painted floral interior of Arabesque design. Nearby is Pristina's oldest building, the Çarshia Mosque completed in 1389. We end our tour with a visit to the National Museum.

   · 3 h

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

How to use your ticket

• Minimum age is 18 years Hotel pickups commence prior to this time

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What to know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Minimum age is 18 years
• This activity can accommodate a maximum of 15 travelers.
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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Activity offered by Kosovo Holidays DMC via Viator.