Skopje Airport is also known as Alexander the Great Airport. Discover the wonders of the capital city of the Republic of Macedonia using a hire car. Located just 25 minutes from the city centre, this is a fantastic way to start your holiday.
Sightseeing in Skopje
Skopje’s Old Bazaar is guaranteed to capture your interest and imagination. Marvel at the impressive array of buildings, each architectural wonder has its own tale to tell in the city’s history. Look out for Ottoman mosques, Byzantine domes, Turkish bathhouses, and the most recent addition to the city’s skyline, neoclassical edifices, bridges, and grandiose monuments.
Marvel at the intricate carvings and exquisite interior of one of these buildings at the Daud Pasa Baths. These were once the largest Turkish Hamman in the Balkans but are now home to the National Gallery of Macedonia.
In the heart of the Bazaar you’ll find yourself caught in a tangle of shop-lined cobbled streets selling leather slippers, trinkets, and traditional crafts. Once you’ve stocked up on gifts and souvenirs, take a seat in the shade at one of the cafes and treat yourself to some sweet honey cake washed down with a cup of coffee.
Day Trips From Skopje
Make sure that your first stop is Lake Matka. The scenery is breathtaking, and a visit here provides a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Travel to Vodno Mountain. If you are feeling energetic, climb to the Krstovar Peak where you will find the Millennium Cross. Filled with a variety of flora and fauna, along with some churches and monasteries, the activities and sights here are plentiful.
Journey to the nearby city of Kumanovo. Marvel at the vast array of monuments dotted throughout the city. A trip to the megalithic astronomical observatory of Kokino, which is more than 4,000 years old should also be a highlight.
