What to see in Saranda
Southern Albania's resort capital and gateway to Butrint and Ksamil
Top attractions in Saranda
A selection of places with detailed guides: what they are, how long to plan and how to get there.
Butrint National Park
A 2,500-year-old archaeological park and Albania's first UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Saranda Synagogue
Ruins of a 5th–6th century synagogue and basilica – the earliest evidence of Jewish presence in Albania
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Ksamil Beach
The Albanian Riviera's top beach resort with white sand and islands 100 m offshore
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Pasqyra Beach (Mirror Beach)
Pebble cove with the world's bluest water – between Saranda and Ksamil
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Lëkurësi Castle
Ottoman fortress from 1537 on a hilltop above Saranda – the city's main panoramic viewpoint
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Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër)
A karst spring over 50 m deep with turquoise water – a natural monument of Albania
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How to plan your sightseeing
Pick the places you want to see, check the map and build a practical route for the day.
Choose a place
Decide on a format — history, views, nature or shrines.
Read the guide
What to see, how long to plan and when to go.
Connect a route
Group nearby places into one day and add transport.
Hit the road
Save the guide offline and set off sightseeing.