The Venue

Vlore, Albania

Vlore City is a vibrant blend of history and modernity, where youthful energy and a rich cultural heritage meet. With its bustling atmosphere, it's more urban than many coastal towns, featuring wide boulevards and a lively nightlife scene. The city is home to a diverse community, including many young people and migrants, creating a dynamic environment. As a hub of education and culture, Vlore boasts institutions that reflect its progressive spirit and confidence.

Getting Here

University "Ismail Qemali" of Vlora

The UV is located in the heart of Vlora, in Skela region, near the Port of Vlora, a few hundred meters from the coast and overlooking the Bay of Vlora.

Travel to Vlorë

By AIR

Tirana International Airport (TIA – Nënë Tereza): ~150 km from Vlore (approx. 2.5–3 hours by car or shuttle). Strongly recommended

Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport, Corfu (CFU):

Fly to Corfu, then take the hydrofoil or ferry to Saranda, and continue by road (approx. 3 hours).

Kastoria or Preveza Airports (Greece):

Suitable for regional travelers by car/bus via border crossings Kakavijë or Qafë Botë. Long trip.

From Tirana to Vlore

Duration: ~2 hours

Meeting point: Airport exit area (ETEN sign will be visible) — Strongly recommended

By Public Bus:

Buses leave every 30–60 minutes from Tirana South Bus Terminal (“Terminali i Autobusëve të Jugut”). Recommended

Fare: approx. €12 to €15

By Car / Taxi:

Duration: ~2.5 hours

Highway: SH4 (Tirana – Fier – Vlore)

Recommended; by electric cars €60 to €80

Time table of HERMES Agency Buses

VLORE → AIRPORT / AIRPORT → Vlore

Vlore → Airport Price Airport → Vlore Price

01:30 15 EURO 00:45 15 EURO

03:30 15 EURO 03:30 15 EURO

06:00 12 EURO 09:30 12 EURO

07:00 12 EURO 11:00 12 EURO

09:00 12 EURO 12:30 12 EURO

11:00 12 EURO 14:30 12 EURO

13:00 12 EURO 16:00 12 EURO

15:00 12 EURO 18:00 12 EURO

17:00 12 EURO 20:00 12 EURO

19:00 12 EURO 22:15 15 EURO

Accommodation in Vlore

Recommended hotels near the University and city center:

Close to the University.

Regina Garden
Hotel Vlora International
Hotel Partner Vlore
Hotel Bologna Vlore
Regina City — sea view, suitable for leisure evenings
Navy Hotel & Conferences (****) — sea view, coastal area, 10-minute promenade seaside

Recommended restaurants and bars

1. Close to the University

There are two restaurants about 30 m from campus to the university: Taverna te Lilo https://ting.al/telilo/en/, There is also another traditional food restaurant next to this Taverna, I can't remember its name.

Adriatik Restaurant and Novus restaurant are next to each other and about 150 m from UV campus https://www.google.com/maps/place/Adriatik+Restaurant/@40.4529541,19.4880351,16.94z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x1345333a59d0a101:0x332744a3ee14d90b!8m2!3d40.4529609!4d19.4881418!16s%2Fg%2F11ghsb5cvm?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUxMi4wIKXMDSoJLDEwMjExNDUzSAFQAw%3D%3D

About 800 m from UV campus is probably the best one of them all: Menca Self -Service. A large and diverse selection at reasonable prices and very pleasant outdoor seating. Location https://www.google.com/maps/place/Menca+Self+Service/@40.4558487,19.4743956,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x13453369fd2473e1:0xaab36910a1b569fb!8m2!3d40.4558487!4d19.4769705!16s%2Fg%2F11x8zzqsly?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUxMi4wIKXMDSoJLDEwMjExNDUzSAFQAw%3D%3D

The student cafeteria next to the dorms is outstanding. Location https://www.google.com/maps/place/Konvikti+i+Student%C3%ABve+Vlor%C3%AB/@40.4636579,19.491168,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x134533a798d240c1:0xfde2a8edf4f27d18!8m2!3d40.4636579!4d19.491168!16s%2Fg%2F11t_qnfty1?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUxMi4wIKXMDSoJLDEwMjExNDUzSAFQAw%3D%3D

2. Lungomare zone (in front of the sea)

Novus
The Wave
Paradise Beach
Restaurant Joni
Restaurant Titanic
Valis Japanese Gastrobar
Skerdi Restaurant

3. Vlora old town zone

Aulona Food & Grill House
Pizza Il Sole
Gaia
Kolona Bistro & Grill

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