Top Things to do in Vlore County
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10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Vlore County That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Vlore County, Albania including Himara Watertaxi, Scandinavian Tourist Center, The Blue Eye, Butrint National Park, Penisola Di Porto Palermo e Castello, Dhermi Beach, Gjipe Beach, The Castle of Himara, Livadhi Beach, Llogara National Park.
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1. Himara Watertaxi
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 95 reviews
Are you seeking for a place for summer vacations ,which offers you adventure , history , culture, exotic beaches, international cuizine and much more!!!!
2. Scandinavian Tourist Center
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5.0 based on 49 reviews
We are a small company located in Saranda Albania. Our company offers professional Guided Tours in the southern Albania , - Day tour to Butrint and Ksamil - Day tour to Gjirokastra and Blue Eye - Day tour to the Thermal Bath - Day tour to the Albanian riviera and the castle of Ali Pashe Tepelena in Porto Palermo etc . Airport Shuttle services ,
3. The Blue Eye
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4.5 based on 1,770 reviews
Reviewed By 248fredrik_ - Stockholm, Sweden
Booked tour at the tourist center a day in advance. A 30min bumpy ride later and you have beautiful nature and a magical waterspring that is crystal blue! Wish we had more time to explore the surroundings and maybe eat by the water! Try to go early or else it will be quite crowded!
4. Butrint National Park
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4.5 based on 2,421 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
Along with Berat and Gjirokaster, Butrint left the strongest impression on our 2 week Albania tour. It's an UNESCO heritage site, not to be missed if you're in Albania's south. Butrint national park is just a 10 min drive south of Ksamil. There's a big parking lot in front, and the entrance fee is low as around 6 Euros. The site dates back to 8th c BC, showing the Mediterranean historic timeline. Within the site you'll find Hellenic, Roman, Byzantine, Venetian and Ottoman heritage. Highlights not to be missed include: - Hellenic Lake and Lion gates from 4c BC - ancient Roman theater from 3rd c. and Roman baths, - Agora from Greek era, later Roman Forum as a center of civic and commercial life, - remains of 6th c Byzantine Baptistery, - Great Basilica from 6th c (perfect), - Acropolis on the middle hilltop with a small museum and great views, - Venetian tower. All around the park, there are explanations in English which is great and makes it very easy to navigate and understand. Great souvenirs inside the park at very reasonable prices. Count on around 2 hours for a visit.
5. Penisola Di Porto Palermo e Castello
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4.5 based on 235 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
You will spot the peninsula from the coastal road. Just make sure you exit the narrow unpaved lane leading to an off road parking lot, and have at least 2 hrs free time. One hour to explore the Ali Pasha Tepelena castle at the peninsula top (read that review), and afterwards to take a relaxing swim or two in beautiful and calm Palermo bay beach.
6. Dhermi Beach
7. Gjipe Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 318 reviews
Reviewed By 574boriss
Came down to Gjipe for a day, but stayed for the night since there is camp at the beach. Also there are a few bars/restaurants at the location. We left the car at the parking, and went down on foot beacuse the road to the beach is driveable only by 4x4 vehicles.
8. The Castle of Himara
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4.5 based on 86 reviews
Reviewed By maddies599 - Tirana, Albania
What a pleasant surprise this was on my trip to Himare! The castle is beautiful and there are actually people living in homes build around the castle! Would highly recommend visiting at sunset as the views of the town of Himare and the coast are stunning!
9. Livadhi Beach
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4.5 based on 112 reviews
Reviewed By 103Denis123 - Tirana, Albania
I love this beach because there is a love of space. Beach is with pebbles, crystal clear waters, you can rent umbrellas or have your own, and you can eat very good dishes in some local tavernas with reasonable prices. Among them i would suggest Angelos restaurant.
10. Llogara National Park
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
Driving the coastal road from Vlore to Saranda is the best drive you can have in Albania. The distance between the two is only 140 km, but you need 3 hrs for that without stopping, so you might imagine how curvy the road is. The drive reminds of the Amalfi coast one on a smaller scale. With stopping, which I strongly suggest you need an entire day. I suggest this itinerary: From Vlore you ascend to almost 1.000 m altitude with a significant temp drop, driving through terrific mountain roads with several restaurants to stop or honey to buy along the way. First scenic spot is "Panorama Llogara" - terrific place with unbelievable views of the coast beneath you and from where paraglyders take off. After that, just two curves below is one of the bigger Enver Hohxa bunkers, along with several smaller, again great views. Your third stop should be Dhermi - imo best sea town with the best beach in whole Albania (you see it up from the previous two stops). Fourth stop is Himare, also a nice beach town. Fifth and last stop before Saranda should be the Ali Pasha fortress in Palermo bay (read that review). It will be a full day of great sites to see along the way.
