9-Day North Macedonia Road Trip from Skopje traveling west to 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 6 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 9-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 5 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 Mother Theresa Memorial House. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,561 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 1,607 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Skopje is Skopje Fortress. This amazing attraction is an archaeological site and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,809 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Museum of Contemporary Art. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 540 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 4 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.

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 3 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations is Petacko Vodice. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 140 visitors.

Xhamia e Sahatit - Clock Mosque is another popular attraction you could visit. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Xhamia e Sahatit - Clock Mosque has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 220 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!

On day 5 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 Tetovo. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Mountaineering Club Ljuboten. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 167 visitors.

Šarena Mosque is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Tetovo. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,153 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Tetovo is Arabati Baba Teḱe. This amazing attraction is a khanqah and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 478 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Ski resort „Popova Shapka“. This top-tier point of interest and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,929 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Popova Šapka. This mountain is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 203 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.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Skopje, Gluvo Kuche/Deaf Dog. 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 that locals recommend, like Chillin' Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 239 customers.

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

Day 6 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 Bitola. You will stay in Bitola for 2 nights. 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 Ancient Macedonian Theatre of Ohrid. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,761 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible church, Church of Saint John the Theologian. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,327 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Ohrid is the outstanding Church of St. Sophia. This popular eastern orthodox church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,164 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 Bitola, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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!

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

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 Old City Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,687 visitors.

Chinar Tree is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Ohrid. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,301 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Ohrid is Museum „The Bay of Bones“. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,473 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 7,992 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 Bitola.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Bitola, like Korzo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,000 customers.

Restoran Vavilon is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Bitola. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 433 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Bitola, GT Caffe. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 665 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Carsija. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 243 customers.

Pub Connect is another of the best bars in the city of Bitola. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 305 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in North Macedonia. Today, you'll wake up in Bitola and embark on a scenic drive to Skopje, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Bitola 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 Bitola. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Clock Tower, Bitola. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,222 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible House of the Army. This attraction, a beloved must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 265 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Bigorski Monastery St John the Baptist. This attraction is a place of worship that has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 3,062 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Natsionalen Park Mavrovo. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,859 reviews.

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!

Day 9 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!