Where to stay
Hotels in Sarande
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Royal Apartment Luxury Holiday for Queen and King
Rruga Butrinti Rruga Bilal Golemi | Sarande, 9702, AL
DOWN TOWN LUXURY Apartment
Rruga Ismail Qemali Lagjia Nr 4 Pallati Nr 64 | Sarande, 9700, AL
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At a glance
Climate
Mediterranean
Languages
Albanian and Greek and English
Local currency
ALL
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Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Sarande Promenade Area
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
5-10% appreciated
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
Tavë Kosi
Byrek
Fresh Seafood
Qofte
When to visit Sarande
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
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan20
Cool, quiet, rainy
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Feb25
Cool, quiet, rainy
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Mar40
Mild, fresh, green
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Apr60
Pleasant, sunny, calm
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May75
Warm, sunny, blooming
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Jun85
Hot, sunny, busy
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Jul95
Very hot, peak season
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Aug90
Very hot, peak season
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Sept80
Warm, pleasant, calm
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Oct65
Mild, fewer crowds
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Nov35
Cool, rainy, quiet
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Dec20
Cold, quiet, rainy
Things to do in Sarande
6 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Explore Butrint National Park
Butrint 4 hrs
Wander through ancient Greek and Roman ruins at a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Visit the Blue Eye Spring (Syri i Kaltër)
Muzinë 3 hrs
Marvel at the mesmerizing natural spring with incredibly clear, deep blue water.
Best in the evening
3 places
Sunset at Lëkurësi Castle
Lëkurësi Hill 2 hrs
Visit the 16th-century castle for panoramic views of Sarande and Corfu at dusk.
Stroll the Sarande Promenade
Sarande City Center 2 hrs
Enjoy an evening walk along the lively waterfront, lined with cafes and restaurants.
Indulge in Fresh Seafood Dinner
Sarande Port 2 hrs
Savor grilled octopus, fresh fish, and local wines at a seaside restaurant.
Any time of day
1 place
Relax on Ksamil Beaches & Islands
Ksamil 6 hrs
Enjoy crystal-clear waters and small islands, often called the 'Albanian Maldives'.
Practical ratings
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Near Sarande
Straight-line distance from the centre of Sarande.
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