Himarë municipality

The coastal heart of the Albanian Riviera, where white stone beaches, old villages, and castles face the azure Ionian Sea.

Himarë municipality is located on the Ionian coast of southern Albania, where mountains plunge straight into the sea, forming the finest stretch of the Albanian Riviera. Dhërmi, Livadhi, Jale, Borsh, and Gjipe beaches boast crystal-clear waters, and Gjipe also offers hiking along its canyon. Himarë Old Town and Castle, Dhërmi Old Village, and Qeparo Old Village preserve the charm of stone-built settlements, while Porto Palermo Castle stands on a peninsula in the bay. June to September is ideal for beach holidays, while May and October are quieter. The coastal highway connects Vlorë to the north and Sarandë to the south, and visitors usually arrive by car or bus.

Destinations

• Himarë
• Sarandë & Ksamil

Itineraries

• Vlorë to Sarandë Albanian Riviera – Drive south along the Ionian Sea, connecting Llogara Pass, Himarë beaches, and Butrint.
• Southern Albania Historic Towns, Coast & Valleys 15-Day Grand Road Trip – A self-drive loop around the south, covering historic towns, the Riviera, Benjë Thermal Baths, and Korçë.
• Albania Classic Historic Towns & Coast 9-Day Bus Loop – A car-free itinerary for first-timers, connecting Tirana, Berat, Gjirokastër, and Sarandë.