Butrint – Albanian Riviera
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Butrint

4.6(14988 reviews)Google · Google

Free to visit

No ticket and no booking needed — you can come here whenever you like.

Ancient city on the UNESCO World Heritage list with a Greek theatre, Roman baths and a Venetian castle by the Vivari Channel.

What guests say on Google

4.6

14988 reviews

“Well worth the visit. The parking is free, and entrance is 1000 per adult. In mid July, we went ar 3pm and it was quiet, and really cool weather as it’s 99% shaded by the trees. Seeing the original mosaic floor was a highlight. The walk is not tiring, well signposted. There are a few steps to the castle at the end but they’re not bad. The views of ”
Jen Sarmini · July 2026
“If you love Roman history, Butrint National Archaeological Park is definitely worth a visit! 🏛️ Walking through the ancient ruins, Roman theatre, old streets and impressive remains gives you a real feeling of stepping back in time. The combination of history, beautiful nature and the peaceful surroundings makes the whole experience even more speci”
PT Pav Valkov · August 2026
“Amazing! This durance get enough credit as a cultural tourist destination. I strongly recommend you have a guided tour so you get all the history as it intertwines with Albanian history and culture”
Amelia Mc · July 2026
“Butrint is one of the most rewarding places in southern Albania. On a small wooded peninsula between the channel and the lake, several eras sit layered on top of each other: a Greek theatre, Roman baths, an early Christian baptistery, a Venetian tower, and an Ottoman castle. In a single loop you walk through 2,500 years. The heart of the park is th”
Igor Rokka · June 2026

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