The city is built on the easternmost end of the Gulf of Igoumenitsa in the Ionian Sea and primary aspects of the economy are maritime, transport, services, agriculture and tourism.

Igoumenitsa features many shops, schools, offices and cargo storages, a university department, a library, an archeological museum, several sport stadiums and tennis courses, a courthouse and a medical clinic.

[12] Following World War II, the Muslim Cham Albanian residents of Igoumenitsa were expelled after parts of them collaborated with the invading German forces.

The A2 motorway, which was opened in 2009 and is part of the , has significantly enhanced the connection with Thessaloniki and Turkey and shortened the required travelling time from and to the Turkish border by several hours.

The sea-lines going to and coming from Igoumenitsa are: Internal Maritime Traffic External Maritime Traffic According to the draft strategy prepared by the relevant Ministry of Shipping (2012–2013) the port of Igoumenitsa becomes a "Connection Portal" not only of Greece with the rest of Europe, but of the whole of Europe with the Balkans, the Black Sea and the Middle East, through the development of combined transport (maritime-roads) directly and long-term (through the Egnatia railway), incorporating the railroad.

With the completion of the First phase, Igoumenitsa has become a modern, large port in the Mediterranean Sea, able to serve passenger, commercial and tourist traffic.

[2] Igoumenitsa's population grew rapidly in recent years, as result of the increased traffic in the region because of the New Port.

Igoumenitsa, like much of the west coast of Greece, has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate (Köppen: Csa) with mild to cool, rainy winters and hot, relatively dry summers.

Igoumenitsa is known for its green forests and blue crystal waters, and attracts many local tourists from the nearby regions, and especially from Italy.

The city provides the possibility for walks, jogging on the beach or mountain, hiking, sports, boating or contact with nature.

Also provides access to the Blue Flag beaches of Drepanos and Makrygiali with crystal clear waters and a length of 7 km, with both of them being situated on the northwestern edge of the Gulf of Igoumenitsa.

[21] The archaeological museum of Igoumenitsa was opened in 2009 and is located on the north side, next to the Fire Department of the city.

It consists of five main sections that showcase the history and culture of the region of Thesprotia from ancient times to the Byzantine period: Archaeological-Historical background, Settlements of historical times, Public life, Private life, Burial customs.