Durres
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Durres Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | August, 2026

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What to do

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Skanderbeg Square
Skanderbeg Square
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Durrës Amphitheatre
Durrës Amphitheatre
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Performances
The Venetian Tower of Durrës
The Venetian Tower of Durrës
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Pyramid of Tirana
Pyramid of Tirana
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Night view
Sfinksi
Sfinksi
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Watersports Jetski Skerdi
Watersports Jetski Skerdi
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Der Strand von Durrës
Der Strand von Durrës
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Beach of Durrës
Beach of Durrës
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Rodoni Castle ruins
Rodoni Castle ruins
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Historic landmark
National Archaeological Museum
National Archaeological Museum
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Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Durres, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Grand Duka Hotel & Spa
Grand Duka Hotel & Spa
4.5/591 Reviews
Enles Hotel
Enles Hotel
4.0/57 Reviews
White Hill Hotel
White Hill Hotel
4.3/536 Reviews
Cela Boutique Hotel
Cela Boutique Hotel
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Aragosta Hotel
Aragosta Hotel
4.4/545 Reviews
Dolanit Hotels Lubjana
Dolanit Hotels Lubjana
4.3/556 Reviews
Sol Tropikal Durrës
Sol Tropikal Durrës
4.0/566 Reviews
My Home Guest House
My Home Guest House
4.2/59 Reviews
Ishëm Greenview Apartments
Ishëm Greenview Apartments
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What to eat

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Gusto di Mare
Gusto di Mare
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Asian cuisine
Avg. BRL95/person
Vila Lule Restaurant
Vila Lule Restaurant
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Seafood
Avg. BRL107/person
"Prinati" food and drinks
"Prinati" food and drinks
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Seafood
Avg. BRL75/person
Bar-Restorant Spiranca
Bar-Restorant Spiranca
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Western cuisine
Avg. BRL55/person
Te Peku Restorant
Te Peku Restorant
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Latin American cuisine
Avg. BRL82/person
Wild West
Wild West
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Latin American cuisine
Avg. BRL406/person
Bar Restorant Pizzeri Troplini
Bar Restorant Pizzeri Troplini
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Seafood
Avg. BRL265/person
Restorant 4-Stinet
Restorant 4-Stinet
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Western cuisine
Avg. BRL65/person
Restorant Mondi
Restorant Mondi
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Western cuisine
Avg. BRL65/person
Artur Restaurant
Artur Restaurant
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Seafood
Sea view
Avg. BRL100/person
Apollonia Restaurant Durrës
Apollonia Restaurant Durrës
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Seafood
Avg. BRL87/person
Restaurant pizzeri Arbëria
Restaurant pizzeri Arbëria
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Seafood
Avg. BRL31/person

Durres Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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🗓️ Day 1 – Explore Tirana

☕ Start with breakfast at Mullixhiu or a local café.
🏛️ Visit Skanderbeg Square, Et’hem Bey Mosque, and the National History Museum.
🚠 Take the Dajti Ekspres Cable Car for breathtaking views.
🌇 End the evening in Blloku for shopping, coffee, and dinner.

🗓️ Day 2 – Berat Day Trip (UNESCO)

🚗 Leave early for Berat (around 2 hours from Tirana).
🏰 Explore Berat Castle and enjoy panoramic views.
🕌 Visit the Onufri Icon Museum.
🌉 Walk through the Mangalem and Gorica quarters.
🍽️ Enjoy traditional Albanian cuisine before returning to Tirana.

🗓️ Day 3 – Durrës Coastal Escape

🚗 Head to Durrës (around 40 minutes from Tirana).
🏛️ Visit the Roman Amphitheatre and the Venetian Tower.
🌊 Stroll along the beachfront promenade and relax on the beach.
🍽️ Enjoy fresh seafood or halal-friendly dining by the sea before returning to Tirana for a farewell dinner.

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🏨 Accommodation
📍 Tirana Marriott Hotel – Excellent central location, within walking distance of many attractions.

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🍽️ Food Recommendations
🥩 Oda – Authentic Albanian cuisine.
🍝 Artigiano – Italian favourites.
🥘 Era Restaurant – Traditional Albanian dishes.
🌯 Halal options: Zgara Korçare, King House, and several Turkish restaurants around the city centre.

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📌 Travel Tips
✅ Carry some Albanian Lek (cash), although cards are widely accepted.
✅ Taxis are affordable—use official taxis or ride-hailing apps.
✅ Wear comfortable walking shoes.
✅ Start day trips early to avoid traffic.
✅ Learn a few Albanian phrases:

· Faleminderit = Thank you
· Përshëndetje = Hello

⭐ Estimated Budget: £50–£90 per person per day (excluding accommodation).

🇦🇱 Enjoy discovering the best of Tirana, Berat, and Durrës! ✨

📅 3-Day Tirana & Berat Itinerary 🇦🇱 🗓️ Day 1 – Explore Tirana ☕ Start with breakfast at Mullixhiu or a local café. 🏛️ Visit Skanderbeg Square, Et’hem Bey Mosque, and the National History Museum. 🚠 Take the Dajti Ekspres Cable Car for breathtaking views. 🌇 End the evening in Blloku for shopping, coffee, and dinner. 🗓️ Day 2 – Berat Day Trip (UNESCO) 🚗 Leave early for Berat (around 2 hours from Tirana). 🏰 Explore Berat Castle and enjoy panoramic views. 🕌 Visit the Onufri Icon Museum. 🌉 Walk through the Mangalem and Gorica quarters. 🍽️ Enjoy traditional Albanian cuisine before returning to Tirana. 🗓️ Day 3 – Durrës Coastal Escape 🚗 Head to Durrës (around 40 minutes from Tirana). 🏛️ Visit the Roman Amphitheatre and the Venetian Tower. 🌊 Stroll along the beachfront promenade and relax on the beach. 🍽️ Enjoy fresh seafood or halal-friendly dining by the sea before returning to Tirana for a farewell dinner. ⸻ 🏨 Accommodation 📍 Tirana Marriott Hotel – Excellent central location, within walking distance of many attractions. ⸻ 🍽️ Food Recommendations 🥩 Oda – Authentic Albanian cuisine. 🍝 Artigiano – Italian favourites. 🥘 Era Restaurant – Traditional Albanian dishes. 🌯 Halal options: Zgara Korçare, King House, and several Turkish restaurants around the city centre. ⸻ 📌 Travel Tips ✅ Carry some Albanian Lek (cash), although cards are widely accepted. ✅ Taxis are affordable—use official taxis or ride-hailing apps. ✅ Wear comfortable walking shoes. ✅ Start day trips early to avoid traffic. ✅ Learn a few Albanian phrases: · Faleminderit = Thank you · Përshëndetje = Hello ⭐ Estimated Budget: £50–£90 per person per day (excluding accommodation). 🇦🇱 Enjoy discovering the best of Tirana, Berat, and Durrës! ✨

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