7-Day Relaxed North Macedonia Road Trip from Skopje to Ohrid

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through North Macedonia begins when you reach Skopje, where you’ll stay for a total of 3 nights.

Skopje is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Stone Bridge in Skopje. Around 4,846 visitors have rated this fascinating footbridge and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

Exploring the food culture in Skopje offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is Restaurant Skopski Merak. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,862 customers.

Pelister serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Skopje has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,679 reviews.

Restaurant „Gino“ is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,901 customers, Restaurant „Gino“ is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what Skopje looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Badu bar, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,086 reviews.

St. Patrick offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Skopje. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,104 customers.

Locals like unwinding at Amigos. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers and is a perfect place for socializing.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in North Macedonia! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in North Macedonia!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across North Macedonia, you’ll explore the area around Skopje, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Skopje will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of North Macedonia.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating museum, the stunning Museum of Contemporary Art. Around 540 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular Skopje Fortress, a popular archaeological site and another top-rated attraction in Skopje.

You might discover a new thing or two about the city at the incredible Mother Theresa Memorial House. This local attraction is an amazing museum that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,561 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Church of St. Clement of Ohrid will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in North Macedonia more memorable. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,607 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through North Macedonia is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across North Macedonia by joining a traveler-approved tour in Skopje. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Skopje and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Skopje that will make your self-drive tour in North Macedonia more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Skopje to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Skopje for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of North Macedonia by eating at one of the best restaurants in Skopje.

With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,632 customers, the dining experience Old City House offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in North Macedonia.

Restaurant Baba Cana is another pleasant place to eat in Skopje. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,357 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At The Gallery Café, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Skopje is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,212 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Tribeca Restaurant & Bar, another well-known bar in Skopje. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 875 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is Bar „Longplej“. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 682 customers, Bar „Longplej“ is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Skopje.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in North Macedonia is all about!

Day 3 of your easy and relaxed road trip through North Macedonia gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Ohrid, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 3 nights.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Kitino Fort is waiting for you. This top-tier point of interest has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 150 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Aquarius Beach. This unique must-see tourist destination is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 529 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Vevčani Springs. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,434 visitors, this spring is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in North Macedonia. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Ohrid. In Ohrid, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in North Macedonia.

With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,678 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Leonardo Pizza.

Locals also recommend Biljana's Springs Restaurant as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Biljana's Springs Restaurant as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Pizza Nemo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 852 customers.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Cuba Libre Beach & Bar. Cuba Libre Beach & Bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,497 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Irish Pub Dublin. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,208 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Corner Bistro. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Corner Bistro is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 688 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through North Macedonia!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across North Macedonia, you’ll explore the area around Ohrid, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Ohrid will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of North Macedonia.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination, the stunning Chinar Tree. Around 2,301 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular Ohrid, a popular city and another top-rated attraction in Ohrid.

You might discover a new thing or two about the city at the incredible Old Swimming Court. This local attraction is an amazing best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 253 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Museum „The Bay of Bones“ will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in North Macedonia more memorable. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,473 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through North Macedonia is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

If you’re feeling a little eager to wander around the city a bit more, we recommend you visit the fantastic Monastery of Saint Naum. Monastery of Saint Naum is a well-loved monastery by locals and tourists alike, and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,992 visitors.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across North Macedonia by joining a traveler-approved tour in Ohrid. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Ohrid and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Ohrid that will make your self-drive tour in North Macedonia more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Ohrid to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Ohrid for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of North Macedonia by eating at one of the best restaurants in Ohrid.

With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 836 customers, the dining experience Restaurant "Sv. Sofija" offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in North Macedonia.

Pizza Via Sacra is another pleasant place to eat in Ohrid. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that locals enjoy, check out Panorama and try their flavorful menu. This local favorite has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 599 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Le Petit Bistro Lihnidos, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Ohrid is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,400 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Irish Pub Five, another well-known bar in Ohrid. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 413 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is Shilla - coffee & bar. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 448 customers, Shilla - coffee & bar is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Ohrid.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in North Macedonia is all about!

On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across North Macedonia, you’ll explore the area around Ohrid, where you’ll be staying for another 1 night. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Ohrid will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of North Macedonia.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating church, the stunning Church of Saint John the Theologian. Around 3,327 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular Old City Park, a popular park and another top-rated attraction in Ohrid.

You might discover a new thing or two about the city at the incredible Plaošnik. This local attraction is an amazing archaeological site that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 712 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Ancient Macedonian Theatre of Ohrid will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in North Macedonia more memorable. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,761 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through North Macedonia is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

If you’re feeling a little eager to wander around the city a bit more, we recommend you visit the fantastic Church of St. Sophia. Church of St. Sophia is a well-loved eastern orthodox church by locals and tourists alike, and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,164 visitors.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across North Macedonia by joining a traveler-approved tour in Ohrid. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Ohrid and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Ohrid that will make your self-drive tour in North Macedonia more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Ohrid to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Ohrid for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of North Macedonia by eating at one of the best restaurants in Ohrid.

With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,830 customers, the dining experience Kebapchilnitsa "Vkusno" offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in North Macedonia.

Belvedere is another pleasant place to eat in Ohrid. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,265 customers.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that locals enjoy, check out Restaurant „Aleksandrija“ and try their flavorful menu. This local favorite has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 847 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Jazz Inn, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Ohrid is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 317 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Sky Corner, another well-known bar in Ohrid. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 465 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is Kafe Bar CoCo Ohrid. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 172 customers, Kafe Bar CoCo Ohrid is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Ohrid.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in North Macedonia is all about!

Day 6 of your easy and relaxed road trip through North Macedonia gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Skopje, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Kuršumli An is waiting for you. This caravanserai has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 234 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Suli An. This unique caravanserai is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 191 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Čifte Hammam. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,851 visitors, this hammam is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Old Bazaar. This popular čaršija and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,269 people.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in North Macedonia. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Skopje. In Skopje, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in North Macedonia.

With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 984 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Daily Food & Wine.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Temov brewery. Temov brewery is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 878 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Tsentar Bar. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 875 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Lounge bar „Bonimi“. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Lounge bar „Bonimi“ is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 708 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through North Macedonia!

Day 7 of your relaxed road trip in North Macedonia is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Skopje.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Skopje once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in North Macedonia on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

City Park is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Skopje. This top sight is a popular park, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,026 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 7 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Skopje or just grab something light to keep you going.

Check out the menu at Vodenica Mulino. Dining at Vodenica Mulino is one of the best food experiences you can have in Skopje. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

Another top recommendation in Skopje is Matto Napoletano. If you go to Matto Napoletano, you can expect delicious food, a nice ambiance, and great service. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 694 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Skopje and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 7-day relaxed road trip in North Macedonia is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.