Aerial view across Sarandë bay

Sea · Sun · South Albania

Swim. Explore.
Slow down.

Your starting point for the city, the coast and the stories of southern Albania.

THE CITY GATE GUIDESARANDË / ALBANIA

There is always
another blue.

Start at the waterfront, climb to a castle for sunset, or set out for islands and ancient cities. These are a few of the places we think make a stay in Sarandë unforgettable.

Sarandë promenade
Sarandë promenade

Walk the waterfront

Follow the palms along the bay, stop for coffee, then stay as the waterfront lights up for the evening.

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Lëkurësi Castle
Lëkurësi Castle

See the city from above

Head into the hills for a wide-open view across Sarandë, the Ionian Sea and the islands beyond.

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Ksamil
Ksamil

Swim between islands

Turquoise shallows, small green islands and a full day by the water make Ksamil an essential Riviera stop.

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The Albanian Riviera
The Albanian Riviera

Find your stretch of coast

Follow the coast for clear coves, pebble beaches and quiet corners beyond the centre of town.

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Gjirokastër
Gjirokastër

Step into an old stone city

Make a day of cobbled streets, traditional houses, the old bazaar and the dramatic fortress above the city.

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Turquoise coastline near Ksamil

Save a day for more

Three routes.
Three stories.

View over the coast near Sarandë

Make us your base

Out all day.
Home by night.

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