Korçë
Discover Korçë
Korçë (Korça) is the principal city and an important cultural and industrial centre in the district of Korçë in Southeastern Albania. 175 km from Tirana and approximately 40 km from Pogradec, Korça is the eighth most populated city in Albania. It is located in the south-eastern Albania and it stands 850 m above the sea level. It is full of life during the summer when you can find couples and families strolling through the city's main park, Parku Rinia. Besides strolling around the great city full of history and cultural sites, you can also hike to the top of the beautiful mountain Morava and view the city and its surrounding landscape.
Taste of Korçë...
As an important regional center and a city with historical ties to its neighbors, Korçë hosts several consulates. These missions provide services to foreign nationals and facilitate relations with their home countries.
Essential Information
Getting There
Multiple OptionsVans (furgons) to Tiranë depart every 20-30 min from the fork of the main road on the north. Furgons to Voskopojë depart at 07:30, 10:00, 13:00, 15:00 from the fire station. Buses going to Sarandë depart early in the morning from the 40.6185920.775521 central bus depot, across from bazaar. From Korçë to Pogradec, it is a short trip by furgon. There is also a bus connection with Berat. The easiest way to arrive to Korça is by car. If you depart from Tirana, you can choose between 2 different ways, the old road and the new one, from the Elbasan Highway. Korçë is surrounded by mountains and nearby natural parks. You can go by furgons around. But the easiest way is by car. Urban buses are available but the city is walkable and renting a bicycle is also possible and you can go throughout the city and see lots of places. Even though there are a lot of possibilities to visit the city and the places nearby, most preferable is strolling around the city by foot....
Getting Around & Staying
Getting Around
Korçë is surrounded by mountains and nearby natural parks. You can go by furgons around. But the easiest way is by car. Urban buses are available but the city is walkable and renting a bicycle is also possible and you can go throughout the city and see lots of places. Even though there are a lot of possibilities to visit the city and the places nearby, most preferable is strolling around the city by foot. This way you can visit a lot of churches, historical and cultural places that are close to each-other. You can use car and buses to go in different parks and villages that are close to the city of Korça (Voskopoja 21 km from Korça, Dardhë 18 km from Korça and Morava Mountain 18 km from the city.) The famous Old Bazaar (Pazari i Vjetër) of Korça has been beautifully renovated and is a must-visit for anyone looking for authentic local goods. This historic market is now a vibrant cultural hub where you can find a mix of modern and traditional shops.
Where to Stay
As an important regional center and a city with historical ties to its neighbors, Korçë hosts several consulates. These missions provide services to foreign nationals and facilitate relations with their home countries.
Money & Budget
The famous Old Bazaar (Pazari i Vjetër) of Korça has been beautifully renovated and is a must-visit for anyone looking for authentic local goods. This historic market is now a vibrant cultural hub where you can find a mix of modern and traditional shops. For a more modern shopping experience, take a walk down the pedestrian street (Bulevardi Republika) and the main street (Shën Gjergji). These areas are lined with clothing stores, boutiques, and cafes, perfect for a leisurely stroll and a chance to soak in the local atmosphere. Beyond the bazaar, Korça is famous for certain local products that make for great gifts or personal mementos. For a more modern shopping experience, stroll along the main thoroughfares of Korça.