About the city
Sarandë (Saranda) is Albania's sunniest coastal town, set on a horseshoe bay across from Corfu. Greek and Albanian languages mix here, espresso is religion and the sea is impossibly blue.
Back
A pocket-sized guide to the Albanian Riviera
Sarandë, Albania
Currency
Albanian Lek (ALL). Euros are widely accepted by restaurants and hotels. ATMs everywhere.
Language
Albanian is the official language. Italian, Greek and English are widely spoken in tourism.
Climate
Mediterranean — hot dry summers, mild winters. Best months to visit: May, June, September, October.
Getting around
The town is walkable. Taxis are inexpensive (€3–5 in town). For day trips, hire a car or join a local tour.