A Quick Travel Guide to Himara and Porto Palermo in Albania, Himare, Albania

Laid-back vibes, beaches, and castles 鈥� we instantly fell in love with the small coastal town of Himara in Albania.

Himara, also spelled Himar毛 or Himare, is a small coastal town on the Albanian Riviera. According to 2020 statistics, it has just over 3,000 residents. And while it is a popular summer destination, the atmosphere here is much more relaxed than in places like Saranda and Ksamil.

Himara in Albania is the perfect place for those looking for lazy days on the beach and a great base for exploring the stunning Albanian coastline.

We only visited Himara in Albania on a day trip, but we鈥檝e heard that there鈥檚 not much happening here in the evenings. If you like sipping drinks at a bar or dancing into the night, you鈥檒l find more nightlife in Durres, Saranda, or, of course, Tirana.

45 kilometers north of Saranda, just before you reach Himara, lies Porto Palermo Fortress. It sits on a small island connected to the mainland, so you can walk or drive directly to the castle. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).

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Guide Name: A Quick Travel Guide to Himara and Porto Palermo in Albania
Guide Location: Albania » Himare
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Michelina Monaci
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