Things to Do in Durrës

Durrës is Albania’s main port, with a Roman amphitheatre, a long Adriatic promenade and a broad, shallow sandy beach. It is also a pickup base for day trips across central and southern Albania.

Yes, both are commonly sold with pickup in Durrës or Golem. Allow roughly an hour on the road in normal traffic, plus extra time for the rough final approach to Bovilla.

The road journey is roughly one and a half to two and a half hours each way depending on traffic and the route. Most organised tours occupy nine to ten hours.

They are bookable, but not short: current listings run about 15 to 17 hours. An overnight stay is more comfortable if the southern coast is the main reason for travelling.

No. The local Adriatic beach is sandy, shallow and convenient, especially for families, but the clearer rocky coves associated with the Albanian Riviera are much farther south.

Some local rides do, while many Sazan and Karaburun offers include a road transfer to Vlorë before boarding. Check the meeting point and the full duration on the booking page.