Himarë

Albania

Himarë

Qendra e Rivierës — a calm Riviera base.

A harbour town about halfway along the coast between Vlorë and Sarandë. Many travellers use it as a base for nearby beaches and day trips north and south.

Çfarë të shohësh

What to do

  • The town beach and Livadhi Beach nearby.
  • The old town on the hill above the harbour.
  • Day trips to Porto Palermo, Gjipe, Drymades and Dhërmi.

Këshilla

Good to know

  • Quieter than Dhërmi/Drymades beach-club stretches, but still busy in August.

Where to eat

Dining

Types of places, typical dishes and, where verified, named spots with their own website and directions. Always check recent reviews and opening hours.

01

Fancy dinners

Harbour-side and hotel restaurants with seafood and Ionian views.

Typical dishes: Grilled fish or seafood, lamb, steaks, salads and wine. On the coast look for fresh catch of the day; inland, thoughtful takes on tavë kosi and traditional plates.

02

Street food

Bakeries, grill counters and small stands you can eat standing up or take away.

Typical dishes: Byrek and pite by the piece, qebapa in bread with onion and kajmak, qofte, suxhuk, bakllava and strong coffee or macchiato.

03

Comfort food

Family tavernas in town: fish, salads, olives and grilled meat.

Typical dishes: Tavë kosi, fërgesë, flija or pite, sarma, beans (pasul), yogurt and simple grilled meats. In the mountains: dairy, flija and slow-cooked dishes.

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Activities

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Stays

Galeria

Gallery

Livadhi Beach
Liridon · CC BY-SA 4.0
Sunset at Livadhi Beach
Liridon · CC BY-SA 4.0

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