10-Day North Macedonia road trip from Skopje to Ohrid and Bitola

Your road trip adventure in North Macedonia begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Skopje. You’ll stay in Skopje for 5 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Skopje has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Stone Bridge in Skopje. This attraction is a footbridge and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,846 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Skopje, Restaurant Skopski Merak. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,862 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Skopje is Pelister. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,679 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant „Gino“ as one of the best restaurants in the city of Skopje. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,901 customers.

Skopje also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Skopje is Badu bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,086 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Skopje is St. Patrick. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,104 customers.

Locals also enjoy Amigos. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in North Macedonia!

On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Skopje, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 4 nights left in Skopje.

Today you'll explore the city of Skopje. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Museum of Contemporary Art. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 540 visitors.

Skopje Fortress is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Skopje. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,809 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Skopje is Mother Theresa Memorial House. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,561 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in North Macedonia to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Skopje.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Skopje, like Old City House. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,632 customers.

Restaurant Baba Cana is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Skopje. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,357 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Skopje, The Gallery Café. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,212 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Tribeca Restaurant & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 875 customers.

Bar „Longplej“ is another of the best bars in the city of Skopje. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 682 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through North Macedonia!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Skopje, where you'll stay for 3 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Bardovci is Millennium Cross. This amazing attraction is a cross and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,241 visitors.

Vodno is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Bardovci. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Vodno has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 246 visitors.

You can also make your new day in North Macedonia more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of North Macedonia’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Skopje.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Daily Food & Wine. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 984 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Skopje, Temov brewery. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 878 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Skopje, we recommend the cocktails at Tsentar Bar. This bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 875 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Skopje is Lounge bar „Bonimi“. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 708 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Skopje!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Skopje, where you'll stay for 2 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Chair is Old Bazaar. This amazing attraction is a čaršija and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 19,269 visitors.

Čifte Hammam is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Chair. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Čifte Hammam has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,851 visitors.

To make your time in the city of Chair more memorable, we recommend you visit Kuršumli An. This outstanding attraction is a caravanserai and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 234 visitors.

You can also make your new day in North Macedonia more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of North Macedonia’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Skopje.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Vodenica Mulino. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

Matto Napoletano is one of the top restaurants in the city of Skopje. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 694 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Skopje, Café Capri. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 646 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Skopje, we recommend the cocktails at Van Gogh Bar. This bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 550 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Skopje is Piazza Liberta. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 557 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Skopje!

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Tetovo and the city of Duf. You’ll stay in Ohrid for 3 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Tetovo today is Mountaineering Club Ljuboten. This excellent attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 167 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Šarena Mosque, an outstanding mosque, in the city of Tetovo. Around 2,153 travelers rated this attraction with 4.8 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of North Macedonia, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in North Macedonia. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Natsionalen Park Mavrovo for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Duf. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,859 visitors.

This outstanding place of worship has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 3,062 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Ohrid.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Ohrid, Leonardo Pizza. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,678 customers.

Locals recommend Biljana's Springs Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Ohrid. Biljana's Springs Restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Ohrid is Pizza Nemo. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Ohrid, Cuba Libre Beach & Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,497 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Irish Pub Dublin. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,208 customers.

Corner Bistro is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Ohrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 688 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through North Macedonia with a toast!

On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Ohrid, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Ohrid.

Today you'll explore the city of Ohrid. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Chinar Tree. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,301 visitors.

Ohrid is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Ohrid. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,053 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Ohrid is Old Swimming Court. This amazing attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 253 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Museum „The Bay of Bones“. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,473 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Monastery of Saint Naum. This monastery is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 7,992 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in North Macedonia to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Ohrid.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Ohrid, like Restaurant "Sv. Sofija". This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

Pizza Via Sacra is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Ohrid. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Locals enjoy Panorama, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Ohrid. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 599 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Ohrid, Le Petit Bistro Lihnidos. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,400 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Irish Pub Five. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 413 customers.

Shilla - coffee & bar is another of the best bars in the city of Ohrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 448 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through North Macedonia!

On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Ohrid, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Ohrid.

Today you'll explore the city of Ohrid. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Church of Saint John the Theologian. This incredible attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 3,327 visitors.

Old City Park is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Ohrid. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,687 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Ohrid is Plaošnik. This amazing attraction is an archaeological site and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 712 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Ancient Macedonian Theatre of Ohrid. This best-rated sightseeing destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,761 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Church of St. Sophia. This eastern orthodox church is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,164 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in North Macedonia to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Ohrid.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Ohrid, like Kebapchilnitsa "Vkusno". This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,830 customers.

Belvedere is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Ohrid. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,265 customers.

Locals enjoy Restaurant „Aleksandrija“, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Ohrid. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 847 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Ohrid, Jazz Inn. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 317 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Sky Corner. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 465 customers.

Kafe Bar CoCo Ohrid is another of the best bars in the city of Ohrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 172 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through North Macedonia!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Resen is the amazing Saraj. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 417 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Resen is another excellent way to spend your new day in North Macedonia. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of North Macedonia’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to North Macedonia’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of North Macedonia’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Saraj for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 417 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Makedonium - Ilinden Monument. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 visitors, this top-tier point of interest deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular The Toshe Proeski Memorial House. This attraction, a stunning museum, has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,061 travelers.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Bitola.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kus Kus, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bitola. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 968 customers.

Locals also recommend Jagoda Meze Bar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bitola. Jagoda Meze Bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 812 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bitola is Lounge Bar Manaki. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 551 customers.

After dinner, visit Bourbon Street, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bitola. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 753 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cafe Pajton. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 635 customers.

Alternatively, Porta Jazz is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bitola. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 474 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through North Macedonia!

Day 9 of your road trip through North Macedonia gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Bitola and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Skopje. You will stay in Skopje for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bitola is the amazing Clock Tower, Bitola. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,222 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, House of the Army. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 265 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bitola is the outstanding NI Institute and Museum Bitola. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,219 visitors.

The spectacular Heraclea Lyncestis is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating archaeological site and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,152 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic National park „Pelister“. This attraction is a popular top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,192 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Bitola by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in North Macedonia. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Skopje, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After dinner, visit Gluvo Kuche/Deaf Dog, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Skopje. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 315 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Chillin' Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 239 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through North Macedonia!

Day 10 of your road trip in North Macedonia is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Skopje before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

City Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Skopje. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,026 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Skopje and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in North Macedonia.

You’ll then say farewell to Skopje. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in North Macedonia!