Holiday in Vlora
City in Albania — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇦🇱
Country
Albania
Type
City
Best time to travel
May to October
Budget/day
50-85 EUR (3-star hotel, restaurants, boat trip)
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Tirana (about 2.5h) plus 2.5h drive or bus. Alternatively, ferry from Corfu to Saranda and onward.
Deals for Vlora:
What makes Vlora special as a destination?
Vlora is the gateway to the legendary Albanian Riviera and is located exactly where the Adriatic and Ionian Seas meet. The second-largest port city in Albania combines a long beach promenade with historical significance as the site of the Albanian Declaration of Independence in 1912. South of the city begins the spectacular coastal road over the Llogara Pass, leading through breathtaking mountain landscapes to hidden dream beaches like Dhermi and Gjipe. As an emerging travel destination, Vlora offers a Mediterranean climate, clean beaches, and authentic Albanian hospitality at prices that are significantly lower than those of established Mediterranean destinations.
What are the top highlights in Vlora?
The top highlights in Vlora include Albanian Riviera, Llogara Pass, Karaburun Peninsula, Independence Square.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Albanian Riviera
From Vlora, the spectacular coast begins with dream beaches like Dhermi, Drymades, and Gjipe Beach, accessible via the breathtaking mountain road.
Llogara Pass
The mountain road at 1,027 meters offers cinematic views of the Ionian Sea and the coast - one of the most beautiful drives in Europe.
Karaburun Peninsula
Untouched peninsula with military tunnels from the Hoxha era and crystal-clear bays accessible only by boat.
Independence Square
The historic center with the Independence Museum and the Flag Mosque recalls the birth of modern Albania.
Hotels in Vlora
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Reise-SIM für Vlora
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Vlora?
The best time to visit Vlora is May to October. Hot and dry, 30-35°C, intense sun, perfect beach weather In winter: Mild, 8-15°C, rainy, many beach bars closed
Recommended travel time
May to October
Summer
Hot and dry, 30-35°C, intense sun, perfect beach weather
Winter
Mild, 8-15°C, rainy, many beach bars closed
How much does a holiday in Vlora cost?
Budget travellers: 25-40 EUR (guesthouse, street food, public beach)/day, mid-range: 50-85 EUR (3-star hotel, restaurants, boat trip)/day, luxury: 100-180 EUR (beach resort, fine dining, private tours)/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
25-40 EUR (guesthouse, street food, public beach)
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
50-85 EUR (3-star hotel, restaurants, boat trip)
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
100-180 EUR (beach resort, fine dining, private tours)
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Vlora?
Flight to Tirana (about 2.5h) plus 2.5h drive or bus. Alternatively, ferry from Corfu to Saranda and onward.
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Compare package holidays nowWhat travel tips are there for Vlora?
Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Rent a car to explore the Albanian Riviera on your own - the coastal road is spectacular.
Gjipe Beach is the most beautiful beach in the region, but only accessible on foot (30 min.) or by boat.
Albania is still very cash-oriented - withdraw enough Lek, card payment is not possible everywhere.
Prices at the Riviera rise sharply in August - June or September offer the best value for money.
What should you eat in Vlora?
Typical specialities in Vlora: Byrek - crispy pastry filled with spinach, cheese, or minced meat, Albanian national dish, Tavë Kosi - lamb baked with yogurt and eggs, a classic of Albanian cuisine, Fërgesë - stewed peppers with tomatoes and salty cheese in a clay pot, Grilled fish - freshly caught from the Ionian Sea, simply prepared with olive oil and lemon.
These specialties you must try!
