12-Day North Macedonia Road Trip from Ohrid 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 6 nights and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

We also recommend the best 4-star hotels, like the Villa & Winery Mal Sveti Kliment. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 236 guests.

If these hotels are not available during your trip to the city of Ohrid, our system will automatically help you find the best hotel for your stay.

Ohrid has many popular destinations you can explore.

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.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 12-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 5 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 Holy Mary Perybleptos. This incredible attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 284 visitors.

Ancient Macedonian Theatre of Ohrid is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Ohrid. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,326 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Ohrid is Old City Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,605 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 503 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Plaošnik. This archaeological site is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 684 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, Irish Pub Five. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 413 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 4 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 Robev Family House. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 265 visitors.

Church of St. Sophia is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Ohrid. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,040 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Ohrid is Church of Saint John the Theologian. This amazing attraction is a church and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,903 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, Shilla - coffee & bar. 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 4 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 The Bay of Bones. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,955 visitors.

Monastery of Saint Naum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Ohrid. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,078 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 411 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 Brioni 2008. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 250 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.

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

On day 5 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 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,957 visitors.

Mosque of Ali Pasha is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Ohrid. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 433 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Ohrid is Old Swimming Court. This amazing attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 233 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Ohrid. This city and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 975 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 Sky Corner. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 465 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in North Macedonia. Today, you'll wake up in Ohrid and embark on a scenic drive to Skopje, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 5 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Ohrid before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Ohrid. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 8,097 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Šarena Mosque. This attraction is a mosque that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,864 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Popova Shapka. This top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,856 reviews.

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Skopje is the 4-star Best Western Hotel Turist. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 1,057 guests.

If you’d rather stay at the best 5-star hotel in Skopje, we recommend DoubleTree by Hilton Skopje. This luxurious hotel promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,715 guests.

A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in Skopje is the 3-star Hotel De KOKA. This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,605 guests.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like St. Patrick. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,104 customers.

Locals also recommend Old City House, another of the best restaurants in Skopje. Old City House is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,632 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Amigos. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Temov brewery to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Skopje, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 878 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in North Macedonia, and look forward to more great days to come!

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 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 Memorial House of Mother Teresa. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,204 visitors.

Church of St. Clement of Ohrid is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Skopje. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,408 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Skopje is Skopje City Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,594 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 Sidro 2. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,084 customers.

Temov brewery is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Skopje. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 878 customers.

Locals enjoy Tsentar Bar, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Skopje. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 875 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Skopje, Van Gogh Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 550 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Kasha Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 383 customers.

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

On day 8 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 Skopje. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Macedonian Holocaust Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 272 visitors.

Museum of the Macedonian Struggle is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Skopje. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 747 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 Restaurant National. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 723 customers.

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

Locals enjoy Fish Restoran, 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 738 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Skopje, Chillin' Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 239 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Woodstock Craft Beer & Rock. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 474 customers.

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

On day 9 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 2 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 Skopje Fortress. This incredible attraction is an archaeological site and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,603 visitors.

Museum of Contemporary Art is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Skopje. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 487 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Skopje is Church of the Ascension of Jesus, Skopje. This amazing attraction is a church building and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 180 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Stone Bridge in Skopje. This footbridge and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,098 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Square „Macedonia“. This must-see tourist destination is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,650 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 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Chair is Čifte Hammam. This amazing attraction is a hammam and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,819 visitors.

Old Bazaar is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Chair. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Old Bazaar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 16,535 visitors.

To make your time in the city of Chair more memorable, we recommend you visit Mustafa Pasha Türbe. This outstanding attraction is a türbe and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 630 visitors.

If you’re up for something incredible, then consider a visit to the outstanding Kuršumli An. More than 196 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 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 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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 11 of your epic road trip in North Macedonia, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Duf. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Ohrid. You’ll stay in Ohrid for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Duf’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Duf, start your day with a visit to the amazing Resort Mavrovo. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 799 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating National park Mavrovo. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,754 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Bigorski Monastery St John the Baptist to make the most of your road trip across North Macedonia. The spectacular Bigorski Monastery St John the Baptist is a place of worship that has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,744 visitors.

The lovely Duf Waterfall is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 258 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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

Alternatively, check out one of the best 4-star hotel options in Ohrid, like Villa & Winery Mal Sveti Kliment. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 236 guests.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Ohrid, the fantastic Octava Lounge Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 329 customers.

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

Day 12 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.

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