"Livadhi Beach delivered. Sunset = unreal."
HB
Henrik B.
·3 months ago
About
Livadhi is a long curve of pebble shoreline near Himarë — calm, family-friendly, with several relaxed beach bars and an olive-grove backdrop.
🌡️ Climate & Best Time to Visit
Max Temp
31°C
Min Temp
5°C
Avg Sun
7h/d
Avg Rain
7d/mo
Best time to travel: Jun, Jul, Aug
Jan
12°
5°
11d
4h
Feb
13°
5°
10d
5h
Mar
15°
7°
9d
6h
Apr
18°
10°
7d
7h
May
23°
14°
5d
9h
Jun
28°
18°
3d
11h
Jul
31°
21°
1d
12h
Aug
31°
21°
2d
11h
Sep
27°
18°
4d
9h
Oct
22°
14°
8d
7h
Nov
17°
9°
11d
4h
Dec
13°
6°
12d
3h
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Highlights
- Wide, gentle, family-friendly bay
- Crystal-clear shallow turquoise water
- Olive grove backdrop
- Walking distance to Himara town
🏖️ Sand, Water, Air & Waves
Sand
Bright
Water Temperature
18–26°C
Air Quality
AQI 15–40
Wave Conditions
0.2–0.7m
📋 Beach Quick Facts
- Family-Friendly
- Yes
- Lifeguards
- Limited
- Best Months
- June – September
- Crowd Level
- Moderate
- Beach Access
- Livadhi Beach is publicly accessible, often reached by car or local transport from Himara, with direct road access to the beachfront.
- Facilities & Parking
- The beach offers sunbeds and umbrellas for rent, with several beach bars and restaurants providing food, drinks, and restroom facilities; parking is available near the beach.
- Sargassum Season
- Not applicable — outside the Atlantic sargassum belt
Amenities
Beach Bars
Sunbed Rental
Restaurants
Family Friendly
Parking
Accessibility
📍 Location & Map
Activities & Sport
Interesting Nearby
Sights
- Himarë Old Town8,0 km
- Saranda Promenade15,0 km
- Butrint National Park (UNESCO)6,0 km
- Lëkurësi Castle, Sarandë18,0 km
- Blue Eye Spring (Syri i Kaltër)35,0 km
Sports & Leisure
- Ksamil Diving Center1,0 km
- Riviera Boat Tours1,5 km
- Kayak rental0,8 km
Restaurants
- Mussel House Ksamil0,6 km
- Guvat Restaurant0,4 km
- Abiori Beach Restaurant0,3 km
What travellers say
4.5·318 reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions about Livadhi Beach
When is the best time to visit Livadhi Beach?
Late June through mid-September offers the warmest Ionian water (24–26°C), reliably sunny days and full beach-club service. May, early June and late September are quieter and ideal for hiking the cliffs.
How do I get to Livadhi Beach?
Most travelers fly into Tirana or Corfu and drive the SH8 coastal road along the Albanian Riviera. Livadhi Beach is reachable by car, local minibus or — for hidden coves — by boat shuttle from Sarandë or Himarë.
Is Livadhi Beach suitable for families?
Yes — the Ionian water is calm, shallow and exceptionally clear. Bring water shoes; most beaches have pebbles rather than fine sand.
What does it cost compared to Greece or Italy?
Albania is still markedly cheaper than its Greek and Italian neighbours. A sun lounger costs €5–10, a fresh-fish lunch with wine €15–25, mid-range hotels start around €60 per night.
Cash or cards?
Major beach clubs and restaurants accept cards, but small kiosks, boat captains and remote coves are cash-only. Withdraw Albanian lekë (ALL) — euros are widely accepted in Ksamil and Sarandë but at a less favourable rate.
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