Recommended stay
2–3 days
Best months
Jun–Sep
Ideal for
Couples, boutique stays, calmer beaches
From Tirana
200 km · 3h 15min
Avg. daily budget
€35–100
Weather
Classic Riviera climate — hot, dry summers, mild winters.
Why visit Himarë
A calmer alternative to Dhërmi and Sarandë, with a hilltop old town, pebble coves, and easy boat access to quieter beaches further along the coast.
Top things to do
- → Wander the Himarë Castle ruins and old town lanes
- → Relax at Livadhi Beach
- → Boat trip to nearby coves
- → Snorkel the clear water off the old town
Don't miss
- • Sunset drinks in the hilltop old town overlooking the bay
Local favourites
- • Grilled octopus at family-run tavernas
Hidden gems
- • Small coves south of town only reachable by boat or a scramble path
Photo gallery
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📸 Best photo spots
- • Old town lanes framing the bay below
