Best Beaches with Free Parking in Albania
We rank the 6 beaches with free parking in Albania. Ksamil Beaches (Albania) comes first with 4.5 / 5, followed by Borsh, Drymades.
The sea reaches about 25 degrees C in season, and most of these beaches are at their best from June to September. 6 of the 6 have easy access, and 3 are hidden gems.
1Ksamil Beaches
Albanian Riviera, Albania · 4.5 / 5 · Easy access · about 25 °CSmall islands and shallow turquoise coves on the Albanian Riviera, facing Corfu.
2Borsh
Albanian Riviera, Albania · 4.4 / 5 · Easy access · about 25 °CAbout seven kilometres of pebble beach, often described as the longest in Albania, backed by olive groves and a hilltop castle.
3Drymades
Albanian Riviera, Albania · 4.4 / 5 · Easy access · about 25 °CA long stretch of coast beside Dhërmi, now lined with beach clubs but with free open areas still available.
4Potami Beach
Himara, Albania · 4.3 / 5 · Easy access · about 25 °CA long pebble curve about 2 km south of Himara town, with clear water fed by freshwater springs and a quieter feel than the town beach.
5Jonufer Beach
Vlora, Albanian Riviera · 4.1 / 5 · Easy access · about 23 °CJonufer is a quiet stretch of coast just north of Vlora, where the Adriatic meets the Ionian Sea.
6Golem Beach, Albania
Golem, Kavaje, Durres, Albania · 4.0 / 5 · Easy access · about 26 °CGolem is a wide beach of dark golden sand on the Adriatic coast of Albania between Durres and Kavaje, with shallow water and a long gentle slope into the sea.
Quick comparison
| # | Beach | Country | Score | Water | Best season | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ksamil Beaches | Albania | 4.5 | 25 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 2 | Borsh | Albania | 4.4 | 25 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 3 | Drymades | Albania | 4.4 | 25 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 4 | Potami Beach | Albania | 4.3 | 25 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 5 | Jonufer Beach | Albania | 4.1 | 23 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 6 | Golem Beach, Albania | Albania | 4.0 | 26 °C | June–September | Easy |
How we picked these beaches
Included when our practical info reports free parking at or near the beach, then ranked by editorial score. Lots can fill early in summer. See how we rate beaches for the full method.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the top-rated beaches with free parking in Albania?
Our top three are Ksamil Beaches (4.5 out of 5), Borsh (4.4 out of 5), Drymades (4.4 out of 5). Scores are editorial ratings from the EuroShores team.
When is the best time to visit these beaches?
Most are at their best from June to September. Water temperatures average about 25 degrees C in season. Each beach page lists its exact season.
Which of these beaches are easiest to reach?
Ksamil Beaches, Borsh, Drymades, Potami Beach, Jonufer Beach and 1 more have easy access. The others need a walk, stairs or a rougher road, so check the access note on each page.
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