Durres, Albania - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-08-06

Durres, Albania's ancient coastal city, offers a fascinating blend of rich Roman and Greek history with golden beaches on the Adriatic Sea. Come discover impressive archaeological remains, stroll along the vibrant promenade, and enjoy an authentic Mediterranean holiday atmosphere.

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Top things to do in Durres

The must-see places in Durres include Durres Amphitheatre, Durres Beach, Durres Promenade (Boulevard Dyrrah), Archaeological Museum of Durres, Pallati i Kulturë "Aleksandër Moisiu" and more. Here is the full list, with a short note on each:

A sample 3-day itinerary for Durres

Here is what 3 days in Durres look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1

  1. Shen Mehilli Hill
  2. Durrës Ancient City Wall
  3. Great Mosque of Durrës
  4. Culture Palace
  5. World War II Relics Hall

Day 2

  1. Municipality
  2. Roman Amphitheatre of Durrës
  3. Aleksandër Moisiu House-Museum
  4. Venetian Tower
  5. Saint Asti and Saint Paul Orthodox Church
  6. Port of Durres

Day 3

  1. Popular Culture Museum
  2. Golem beach
  3. Sea Resort of Golem
  4. Kavaja Rock

This is an example. The planner builds a different route for your dates, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the must-see places in Durres?

Durres Amphitheatre, Durres Beach, Durres Promenade (Boulevard Dyrrah), Archaeological Museum of Durres, Pallati i Kulturë "Aleksandër Moisiu", Basilica of Saint Michael

When is the best time to visit Durres?

Any season works - MupDay plans around opening hours and the weather, and rebuilds your days as you add or remove places.

How many days do you need in Durres?

Most travellers spend between two and five days in Durres. MupDay builds a full itinerary for whatever length you pick - two days, three, four or a week - splitting the places across the days by proximity and opening hours, so each day stands on its own.

How do I plan an itinerary for Durres?

Pick places in MupDay and it auto-builds a day-by-day route with no zig-zag, weather-aware.

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