September - November - (Autumn)

The autumn months in Albania are a beautiful time to visit, with cooling temperatures after the summer, still warm enough to enjoy the great outdoors. Visiting most of the country’s outdoor sights and attractions is easily done and enjoyable this time of year, the weather starts to cool down as the months go on, and there is a noticeable difference in November. This is shoulder seasons with fewer tourists visiting the major cities and attractions. Kruje is a lovely place to visit this time of year along with Berat, known as the city with a thousand Ottoman windows is simply charming too. Prices for accommodations will be lower during the autumn months and places are a lot less crowded.

September the beaches are great for sunbathing, relaxing, and swimming in places like Vlora and Durres just a few hours away from Tirana. Take a boat to Karaburun, an stunning untouched peninsula great for swimming, relaxing, and eating excellent seafood. October brings the blooming fall colors, and the weather is still enjoyable, the mountains are great this time of year for hiking and trekking. As the colder weather sets in it's the perfect time for visiting Tirana, the country’s capital with plenty of museums, galleries, and shopping to discover.