Most Beautiful Places in Albania: 12 Places Worth the Trip
Updated 2026-10-30 · 7 min read · Prices and schedules change — check locally.
See every place on the map →What is Albania famous for?
Beaches on the Ionian Riviera, the UNESCO towns of Berat and Gjirokastër, the Albanian Alps, its hospitality and food, and the bunkers of the communist era.
Which places should I not miss?
Twelve places worth planning around:
| Place | Why | Best months |
|---|---|---|
| Ksamil | Turquoise water and small islands | June, September |
| Albanian Riviera (Dhërmi, Himarë, Gjipe) | Coves below mountains | June–September |
| Berat | The 'town of a thousand windows' and its castle | April–June, Sept–Oct |
| Gjirokastër | Stone city under a huge fortress | April–June, Sept–Oct |
| Theth | Alpine valley, waterfall and the Blue Eye of Kaprre | June–September |
| Valbona | Mountain valley, start of the Valbona–Theth hike | June–September |
| Komani Lake ferry | A fjord-like 2.5-hour boat ride | May–October |
| Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër) | Deep blue spring near Sarandë | All year |
| Butrint | UNESCO ruins in a lagoon forest | All year |
| Lake Ohrid (Pogradec) | One of Europe's oldest lakes | May–October |
| Tirana and Mount Dajti | Colourful capital and cable car | All year |
| Shkodër and Rozafa Castle | Lake views, gateway to the Alps | All year |
How many days do you need?
About 10–14 days to see the north and south without rushing; a week for one region.
Buses link the main towns; Theth and the Komani ferry need early-morning furgons.