Albania, Albania - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-10-11

Albania, a hidden gem in the Balkans, offers a spectacular blend of pristine beaches, dramatic mountain landscapes, and fascinating ancient ruins. Come discover a rich culture, delicious local cuisine, and welcoming people at affordable prices.

Top things to do in Albania

Things to do in Albania include Berat Castle, Gjirokastër Castle, Tirana Zoo. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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A sample 3-day itinerary for Albania

Here is what 3 days in Albania look like when the planner builds them - arriving at noon on the first day and flying home at noon on the last. Stops are grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, and the same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1Arrival at noon

Stops
2
  1. 1
    ThethTown
    42 km
  2. 2
    ShkodërCity
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Day 2

Stops
5
  1. 1
    Gjirokastër CastleFortress · Gjirokastër
    17 km
  2. 2
    The Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër)Nature reserve · Sarandë
    17 km
  3. 3
    SarandëResort town
    13 km
  4. 4
    Ksamil IslandsIsland · Ksamil
    2.6 km
  5. 5
    Butrint National ParkAncient city · Sarandë
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Day 3Return at noon

Stops
1
  1. 1
    Berat CastleNeighbourhood · Berat
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The route assumes the first day starts at noon, after you land, and the last ends at noon, before your flight. It also assumes a car: the places are spread across a wide area. It is an example: with your dates the planner builds a route around your landing and your flight home, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Albania?

Berat Castle, Gjirokastër Castle, Tirana Zoo, Sarandë, Ksamil Islands, Butrint National Park and 9 more. Berat Castle: An ancient and impressive castle overlooking the city of Berat, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

What can you do in 3 days in Albania?

Day 1: Theth, Shkodër. Day 2: Gjirokastër Castle, The Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër), Sarandë, Ksamil Islands. Day 3: Berat Castle.

Which areas should you explore in Albania?

The itinerary for Albania runs through Gjirokastër, Sarandë, Ksamil and Berat.

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