10-Day North Macedonia Road Trip from Skopje traveling west to Ohrid

Your road trip adventure in North Macedonia begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Skopje. You’ll stay in Skopje for 7 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.

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.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-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 6 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.

Skopje Fortress is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Skopje. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,809 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Skopje is Museum of Contemporary Art. This amazing attraction is a museum and 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 Restaurant „Gino“. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,901 customers.

Old City House 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 1,632 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Skopje, Amigos. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The Gallery Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,212 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 5 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Bardovci is Skopje Aqueduct. This amazing attraction is a bridge and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 287 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 Restaurant Baba Cana. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,357 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Skopje, Tribeca Restaurant & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 875 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Skopje, we recommend the cocktails at Bar „Longplej“. This bar has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 682 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 in the city of Chair is Kuršumli An. This amazing attraction is a caravanserai and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 234 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.

To make your time in the city of Chair more memorable, we recommend you visit Old Bazaar. This outstanding attraction is a čaršija and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,269 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.

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.

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 3 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 top-tier point of interest 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.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Skopje, like Daily Food & Wine. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 984 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Skopje, Lounge bar „Bonimi“. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 708 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Café Capri. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 646 customers.

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

On day 6 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 Duf. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Bigorski Monastery St John the Baptist. This incredible attraction is a place of worship and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 3,062 visitors.

Resort Mavrovo is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Duf. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 852 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Duf is Natsionalen Park Mavrovo. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,859 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Duf Waterfall. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 271 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 Vodenica Mulino. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

Matto Napoletano is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Skopje. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 694 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 Piazza Liberta. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 557 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in North Macedonia. Today, you'll wake up in Skopje and embark on a scenic drive to Ohrid, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Skopje 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 Skopje. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful NI Institute and Museum Bitola. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,219 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Clock Tower, Bitola. This attraction, a beloved top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,222 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Ancient Macedonian Theatre of Ohrid. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,761 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Chinar Tree. This must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,301 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Leonardo Pizza. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,678 customers.

Locals also recommend Biljana's Springs Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Ohrid. Biljana's Springs Restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Pizza Nemo. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 852 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Cuba Libre Beach & Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Ohrid, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,497 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Irish Pub Dublin. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Irish Pub Dublin has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,208 customers.

Corner Bistro is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 688 customers.

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 8 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 1 night 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 3,327 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 2,164 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 Ohrid.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Ohrid, like Restaurant "Sv. Sofija". This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

Pizza Via Sacra is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Ohrid. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Locals enjoy Panorama, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Ohrid. The 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, Le Petit Bistro Lihnidos. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,400 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Irish Pub Five. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 413 customers.

Shilla - coffee & bar is another of the best bars in the city of Ohrid. 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!

You’ll stay in Skopje for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Aquarius Beach. This excellent attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 529 visitors.

Around 1,434 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of North Macedonia, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in North Macedonia. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Xhamia e Sahatit - Clock Mosque for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a mosque and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 220 visitors.

This outstanding best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 140 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Skopje.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Skopje, Gluvo Kuche/Deaf Dog. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 315 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through North Macedonia with a toast!

Day 10 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!