Where to stay
Hotels in Durres
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Gjiri i Lalzit - Vila Savita - Perla Resort
Perla Resort Gjiri I Lalezit Durres Vila 51 | Durres, 2015, AL
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At a glance
Climate
Mediterranean
Languages
Albanian and English and Italian
Local currency
ALL
(ALL)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
2–5 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Beachfront Promenade
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Rounding up or 5-10% for good service.
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
75 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Tave Kosi
Byrek
Fresh Seafood
Qofte
When to visit Durres
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jun-Aug
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Jan30
Cold, some rain
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Feb35
Chilly, wet
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Mar45
Mild, fresh
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Apr60
Pleasant, blooming
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May75
Warm, sunny
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Jun85
Hot, clear skies
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Jul90
Very hot, sunny
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Aug90
Hot, sunny
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Sept80
Warm, pleasant
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Oct65
Mild, breezy
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Nov40
Cool, rainy
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Dec30
Cold, wet
Things to do in Durres
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
3 places
Roman Amphitheatre
City Center 1.5 hrs
Explore one of the largest Roman amphitheatres in the Balkans.
Venetian Tower & City Walls
City Center 1 hr
Climb the historic tower for panoramic views of the city and port.
Explore the Durres Castle
City Center 1 hr
Wander through the remnants of the ancient fortress and its walls.
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Durres Archaeological Museum
City Center 2 hrs
Discover artifacts spanning ancient Greek, Roman, and Byzantine periods.
Best in the evening
2 places
Stroll along the Promenade
Beachfront 2 hrs
Enjoy a leisurely walk, local cafes, and evening entertainment.
Enjoy Fresh Seafood
Beachfront 1.5 hrs
Savor delicious, freshly caught seafood at a local restaurant.
Any time of day
1 place
Durres Beach
Beachfront 4 hrs
Relax on the expansive sandy beaches of the Adriatic Sea.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Durres
Straight-line distance from the centre of Durres.
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