Cheap 4-Day North Macedonia Road Trip from Ohrid to Skopje

Your exciting road trip through North Macedonia starts when you reach the incredible city of Ohrid, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Ohrid and begin your adventure in North Macedonia.

Ohrid is a popular cheap holiday destination in North Macedonia with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Ohrid and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Chinar Tree will make your cheap holiday in North Macedonia truly special. This attraction is a fascinating top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,301 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Ohrid. An excellent example is the popular Leonardo Pizza. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,678 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in North Macedonia is Biljana's Springs Restaurant. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Pizza Nemo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 852 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Cuba Libre Beach & Bar is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 3,497 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Ohrid we recommend is Irish Pub Dublin, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,208 customers.

Corner Bistro is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 688 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in North Macedonia!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across North Macedonia, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Ohrid and end your day in the city of Skopje, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Ohrid is the amazing Museum „The Bay of Bones“. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,473 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Ancient Macedonian Theatre of Ohrid. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,761 travelers, a visit to this well-known best-rated sightseeing destination and sightseeing spot in Ohrid is likely to make your vacation in North Macedonia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Ohrid is the outstanding Old City Park. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,687 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in North Macedonia, drop by the popular Church of Saint John the Theologian. This attraction, an amazing church, has been rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,327 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in North Macedonia. To have the best affordable travel experience in North Macedonia, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in North Macedonia unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in North Macedonia.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Skopje. Skopje is another cheap travel destination in North Macedonia where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in North Macedonia can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Skopje that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Skopje is Restaurant Skopski Merak. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,862 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Skopje, Pelister is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,679 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restaurant „Gino“. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Skopje enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,901 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Skopje’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in North Macedonia. For example, you can visit Badu bar. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,086 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is St. Patrick. This popular bar in Skopje has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,104 bar-goers.

You can also go to Amigos as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Amigos is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,337 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in North Macedonia!

Day 3 of your road trip across North Macedonia offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Skopje and the enchanting Bardovci, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Skopje and end the day in Bardovci, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 of your affordable vacation in North Macedonia will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Skopje is the magnificent Macedonia Square. Around 2,664 visitors have rated this excellent best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Stone Bridge in Skopje on this leg of your self-drive tour in North Macedonia. This attraction is a well-known footbridge that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 4,846 travelers.

The remarkable Skopje Fortress is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in North Macedonia. This attraction, an amazing archaeological site, is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,809 travelers.

Beyond the above-mentioned sites, you also have the opportunity to visit the fascinating City Park. This park and well-loved attraction in Skopje is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,026 visitors.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Skopje, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Bardovci.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across North Macedonia. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in North Macedonia. Make your cheap holiday experience in North Macedonia more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Ohrid offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in North Macedonia. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Ohrid offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in North Macedonia.

Restaurant "Sv. Sofija" is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 836 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Ohrid is Pizza Via Sacra, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Panorama offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Ohrid. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 599 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Ohrid’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Le Petit Bistro Lihnidos is an excellent example of a great bar in Ohrid offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,400 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Irish Pub Five, another of locals’ go-to bars in Ohrid. Irish Pub Five is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 413 customers having rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Shilla - coffee & bar is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Ohrid. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 448 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through North Macedonia with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in North Macedonia!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to North Macedonia as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 4 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Ohrid.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in North Macedonia.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Ohrid is the remarkable Ohrid. This city and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,053 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Ohrid, consider a top-rated restaurant like Kebapchilnitsa "Vkusno". This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,830 customers.

Belvedere is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 2,265 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Restaurant „Aleksandrija“. Rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 847 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of North Macedonia and your fun memories in Ohrid.

You’ll then say farewell to Ohrid and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in North Macedonia!