A tiny club in the old town that hosts live jazz four nights a week. Mostly local musicians, occasionally someone from Tirana.

A family-run bar on Himarë beach. Live acoustic sets on Fridays, cold beer, and a sunset view that needs no filter.

The bar attached to Padam restaurant. Natural wines, small plates, and a clientele that works in creative industries.

A barefoot bar on Ksamil beach. Reggae, cold beer, and hammocks between the trees. The kind of place you lose an afternoon.

The most Instagrammed beach club on the Riviera. An infinity pool, international DJs on Sundays, and a dress code that says 'effortless'.

The best beach club on Sarandë's promenade. Day beds, afternoon DJs, and cocktails that turn into sunset sessions.

The biggest club in Sarandë. Two floors, Latin and pop, and a dance floor that stays full until 4am.

A warehouse club in the Tirana suburbs. Underground techno, no dress code, and a crowd that knows the DJs by name.

A restored radio station turned cocktail bar. Expert mixologists, a vinyl collection, and a courtyard that fills by 10pm.

The most famous terrace in Tirana. House and techno DJs, a rooftop pool, and a crowd that dresses up. Summer only.