11-Day North Macedonia Road Trip from Ohrid traveling north to Skopje

Your road trip adventure in North Macedonia begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Ohrid. You’ll stay in Ohrid for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Ohrid has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Chinar Tree. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,162 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 Ohrid, Biljana's Springs Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

Ohrid also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Ohrid is Irish Pub Dublin. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,208 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Ohrid is Irish Pub Five. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 413 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in North Macedonia!

On day 2 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 3 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 Church of St. Sophia. This incredible attraction is an eastern orthodox church and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,134 visitors.

Museum „The Bay of Bones“ is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Ohrid. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,348 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Ohrid is Bay of Bones Museum - Entrance. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 493 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Monastery of Saint Naum. This monastery and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,681 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 Panorama. This 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, Shilla - coffee & bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 448 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Jazz Inn. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 317 customers.

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

On day 3 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 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 3,157 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 1,669 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 707 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Church of Saints Clement and Panteleimon. This church and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 591 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Ancient Macedonian Theatre of Ohrid. This top-tier point of interest is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,617 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 Irish Pub Five. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 413 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Ohrid, Sky Corner. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 465 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Octava Lounge Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 329 customers.

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

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Skopje. You’ll stay in Skopje for 6 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Ohrid’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Ohrid, start your day with a visit to the amazing Aquarius Beach. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 524 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Vevčani Springs. This spring and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,401 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Kitino Fort to make the most of your road trip across North Macedonia. The spectacular Kitino Fort is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 144 visitors.

The lovely Peshna Cave is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 232 visitors have left this must-see tourist destination average ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Ohrid has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Skopje. Skopje offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular St. Patrick. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,104 reviews.

The remarkable Old City House is another top restaurant in Skopje we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,632 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Amigos is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

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

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in North Macedonia!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Skopje, where you'll stay for 5 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations is Lesnovo monastery. This amazing attraction is a monastery and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 978 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 Sidro 2. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,084 customers.

Temov brewery is one of the top restaurants in the city of Skopje. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 878 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Skopje is Tsentar Bar. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 875 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Skopje, Van Gogh Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 550 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Skopje, we recommend the cocktails at Kasha Bar. This bar has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 383 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 4 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations is Old Bazaar. This amazing attraction is a čaršija and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 18,013 visitors.

Čifte Hammam is another popular attraction you could visit. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Čifte Hammam has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,836 visitors.

To make your time 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 226 visitors.

If you’re up for something incredible, then consider a visit to the outstanding Saint Nikita. More than 462 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

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 Restaurant National. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 723 customers.

Gluvo Kuche/Deaf Dog is one of the top restaurants in the city of Skopje. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 315 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Skopje is Fish Restoran. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 738 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Skopje, Chillin' Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 239 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Skopje, we recommend the cocktails at Woodstock Craft Beer & Rock. This bar has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 474 customers.

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

On day 7 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 3 nights left in Skopje.

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 Skopje Fortress. This incredible attraction is an archaeological site and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,754 visitors.

Museum of the Macedonian Struggle is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Ohrid. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 834 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Ohrid is Stone Bridge in Skopje. This amazing attraction is a footbridge and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,674 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Macedonia Square. This top-tier point of interest and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,963 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Mother Theresa Memorial House. This museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,376 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 SushiCo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 724 customers.

Sidro is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Skopje. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 575 customers.

Locals enjoy Kaj Babe Fish Restaurant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Skopje. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 425 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Skopje, Konak. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 316 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Casa. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 340 customers.

Pub 18 is another of the best bars in the city of Skopje. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 311 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 2 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 3,934 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 Čaška. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 459 customers.

Toto is one of the top restaurants in the city of Skopje. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 344 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Skopje is National Restaurant Mal Altan. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 321 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Skopje, Nano. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 203 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 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations in the town of Duf is Natsionalen Park Mavrovo. This amazing attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,816 visitors.

Bigorski Monastery St John the Baptist is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of Duf. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Bigorski Monastery St John the Baptist has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,930 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.

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

Day 10 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 Ohrid and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Ohrid. You will stay in Ohrid for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Ohrid is the amazing Heraclea Lyncestis. This attraction is an archaeological site that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,111 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, NI Institute and Museum Bitola. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,999 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Ohrid is the outstanding Clock Tower, Bitola. This popular must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,088 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Ohrid 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 Ohrid, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Brioni 2008, one of the best restaurants in the city of Ohrid. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 250 customers.

After dinner, visit Kafe Bar CoCo Ohrid, which is considered one 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 in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through North Macedonia!

Day 11 of your road trip in North Macedonia is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Ohrid 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.

Ohrid is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Ohrid. This city and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,040 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Ohrid at Sky Corner before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 465 customers.

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