Things to do in Skopje

Activities, attractions and tours

Old stone bridge and archaeological museum, Macedonia
Panoramic view of of a famous Stone bridge in Skopje, Macedonia
Panoramic view on Stone bridge from Oko bridge in Skopje in the evening
A park with autumn foliage, a pond, and people relaxing.
Caption---- Matka Canyon, Skopje

Things to do

Canyon Matka Shared Tour

Skopje: Canyon Matka, St. Pantelemon, Millennium Cross & Brunch

S$49
per adult
Skopje: Canyon Matka, St. Pantelemon, Millennium Cross & Brunch
Day Tour of Kosovo Pristina & Prizren from Tirana

Day Tour of Kosovo: Pristina& Prizren, from Tirana small gr

S$80
per adult
Day Tour of Kosovo: Pristina& Prizren, from Tirana small gr
Full-Day Tour of Ohrid from Skopje

Full-Day Tour of Ohrid from Skopje

S$387
per adult
Full-Day Tour of Ohrid from Skopje
Matka Canyon Boat Escape

Group Tour from Skopje:Millennium Cross,Matka Canyon&Etno Village

S$33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Group Tour from Skopje:Millennium Cross,Matka Canyon&Etno Village
Skopje and Matka Canyon tour from Ohrid

Skopje and Matka Canyon tour from Ohrid

S$521
per adult
Skopje and Matka Canyon tour from Ohrid
Ohrid UNESCO Heritage: Full-Day Guided Tour from Skopje

Ohrid UNESCO Heritage: Full-Day Guided Tour from Skopje

S$88
per adult
Ohrid UNESCO Heritage: Full-Day Guided Tour from Skopje
Skopje: Matka Canyon Sightseeing Tour

Skopje: Matka Canyon Sightseeing Tour

S$312
per adult
Skopje: Matka Canyon Sightseeing Tour
Best of Skopje City Tour

Best of Skopje City Tour

S$402
per adult
Best of Skopje City Tour
From Skopje: Full-Day Group Tour to the UNESCO City of Ohrid

From Skopje: Full-Day Group Tour to the UNESCO City of Ohrid

S$74
per adult
From Skopje: Full-Day Group Tour to the UNESCO City of Ohrid
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Ohrid: Old Town Panoramic Boat Cruise and Tito's Residence

Ohrid: Old Town Panoramic Boat Cruise and Tito's Residence

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 57 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$52 per adult
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Day Tour of Kosovo: Pristina & Prizren, from Tirana

Day Tour of Kosovo: Pristina & Prizren, from Tirana

Activity duration is 12 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 22 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$66 per adult
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Ohrid UNESCO Heritage: Full-Day Guided Tour from Skopje

Ohrid UNESCO Heritage: Full-Day Guided Tour from Skopje

Activity duration is 11 hours and 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 135 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$69 per adult*
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Skopje to Tetovo, Mavrovo & John Bigorski Opt Ohrid day tour

Skopje to Tetovo, Mavrovo & John Bigorski Opt Ohrid day tour

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$412 per adult*
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Ohrid: Old Town Panoramic Boat Cruise and Tito's Residence

Ohrid: Old Town Panoramic Boat Cruise and Tito's Residence

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 57 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$52 per adult
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What to do in Skopje

Popular places to visit

Macedonia Square

Macedonia Square

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Skopje when you take a trip to Macedonia Square. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

Macedonia Square
Memorial House of Mother Teresa

Memorial House of Mother Teresa

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Memorial House of Mother Teresa, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Skopje. Discover the area's festivals and cathedral.

Memorial House of Mother Teresa

Old Bazaar

4.5/5(7 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Skopje when you stop by Old Bazaar. Discover the area's festivals and cathedral.

Old Bazaar

Skopje City Mall

4/5(4 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Skopje City Mall during your stay in Skopje. Discover the area's mountain views and cathedral.

Skopje City Mall

Stone Bridge

4.5/5(7 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Skopje with a stop at Stone Bridge. Discover the area's mountain views and cathedral.

Stone Bridge

Skopje City Stadium

Catch an event at Skopje City Stadium during your trip to Skopje. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

Skopje City Stadium

Embassy of Austria

5/5(1 review)

After visiting Embassy of Austria, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Skopje. Discover the area's festivals and cathedral.

Embassy of Austria

Museum of Macedonia

4/5(1 review)

You can study the exhibits at Museum of Macedonia, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Skopje. Discover the area's mountain views and cathedral.

Museum of Macedonia

Skopje City Museum

3.5/5(2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Skopje City Museum during your trip to Skopje. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

Skopje City Museum

Where to stay in Skopje

Find the best Skopje areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Skopje
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Centar

Centar is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Macedonia Square and Stone Bridge.

Blooming violet flowers on the shore of Vardar river. Exciting spring cityscape of capital of North Macedonia - Skopje with Archaeological Museum. Colorful view of Art Bridge.

Debar Maalo

Though Debar Maalo may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Skopje City Stadium and Skopje Fortress.

Panoramic view of Skopje and gondola cabin lift from Vodno mountain

Vodno

While Vodno isn't home to many top sights, Skopje City Museum and Memorial House of Mother Teresa are some notable places to visit nearby.

Photo by Djenk Jilmaz
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Aerodrom

While Aerodrom may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Skopje City Museum and Stone Bridge.

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Karposh

If you're spending some time in Karposh, Skopje City Mall and Mt Vodno are top sights worth seeing.

 

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Frequently asked questions

Is Skopje worth visiting?
Whether you plan to discover the local charm and cultural attractions or try unique foods and venture into nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Skopje.
How do I spend a day in Skopje?
After you've checked off leading attractions like Skopje City Museum and Museum of Macedonia, spend the rest of your day exploring Skopje's retail and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Skopje?
You can't go home without visiting Skopje City Museum, rated the top tourist attraction in Skopje.
Is three days enough to stay in Skopje?
Three days in Skopje is plenty of time to enjoy the city's major highlights. Many guests stay for three days on average. Skopje City Museum, Museum of Macedonia and Museum of the Macedonian Struggle are top-rated sights. Want to experience more? Stick around a bit longer to check off nearby hotspots like Čair.
Is Skopje a walkable city?
Some top sights in Skopje, such as Skopje City Museum and Museum of Macedonia, are within walking distance. You can also experience several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 0.32 kilometres from central Skopje is Centar and Aerodrom is 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Skopje with kids?
Deciding what to do in Skopje with kids has never been so simple. Whether you're taking a trip with teenagers or toddlers, there are plenty of family-friendly attractions to keep everyone busy here.
What to do in Skopje for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Skopje, with experiences for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Memorial House of Mother Teresa or Sultan Murat Mosque.
Are there free things to do in Skopje?
One of the best ways to find free things to do in Skopje is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on cool neighbourhoods, parks and other top attractions you can enjoy without opening your wallet. Macedonia Square is one spot that doesn't have an entrance fee.