Old Bazaar
One of the largest and best-preserved bazaars in the Balkans, with shops, restaurants, and historic mosques.
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Plan a free trip to SkopjeUpdated: 2026-10-18
Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia, is a fascinating city that blends ancient history with modern architecture and grandiose statues. Visit to experience vibrant Balkan culture, stroll along the Vardar River, and discover its rich past.
Things to do in Skopje include Old Bazaar, Kale Fortress Macedonia, Millennium Cross. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.
One of the largest and best-preserved bazaars in the Balkans, with shops, restaurants, and historic mosques.
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Plan SkopjeSkopje's vibrant central square, featuring monumental statues and fountains.
Plan SkopjeAn ancient bridge connecting Macedonia Square with the Old Bazaar, an iconic symbol of the city.
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The Alexander the Great Equestrian Statue, also translated as 'Warrior on Horseback', is an impressive monument located in Macedonia Square in Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia. The monument, installed as part of the Skopje 2014 infrastructure project, consists of a 12-meter bronze statue, on top of a 10-meter pedestal including a fountain.
Plan SkopjeA bridge adorned with numerous statues of Macedonian artists and composers.
Plan SkopjeThe Holocaust Memorial Center for the Jews of Macedonia is a poignant memorial dedicated to the 7,148 Jews from North Macedonia who perished in the Holocaust. Located in Skopje, the capital city of North Macedonia, the center also chronicles the rich history of Jews in the Balkans.
Plan SkopjeThe Archaeological Museum of the Republic of North Macedonia, located in Skopje, North Macedonia, is a treasure trove of ancient artifacts that tell the story of the land. The museum showcases impressive collections spanning various historical periods, offering a fascinating glimpse into the cultures and civilizations that flourished in the region.
Plan SkopjeA monumental triumphal arch commemorating Macedonia's independence.
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Skopje Railway Station, also known as the Transportation Center Skopje, is the main central passenger railway station and bus terminal in the capital of North Macedonia. It was built after the 1963 Skopje earthquake, which destroyed the original station buildings and much of the city.
Plan SkopjeAn impressive 15th-century Ottoman mosque with beautiful architecture.
Plan SkopjeHere is what 3 days in Skopje look like when the planner builds them - arriving at noon on the first day and flying home at noon on the last. Stops are grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, and the same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

The route assumes the first day starts at noon, after you land, and the last ends at noon, before your flight. It is an example: with your dates the planner builds a route around your landing and your flight home, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.
Old Bazaar, Kale Fortress Macedonia, Millennium Cross, Canyon Matka, Macedonia Square, Stone Bridge and 9 more. Old Bazaar: One of the largest and best-preserved bazaars in the Balkans, with shops, restaurants, and historic mosques.
Day 1: Archaeological Museum of Macedonia, Stone Bridge, Holocaust Memorial Center of the Jews of Macedonia, Kale Fortress Macedonia. Day 2: Cathedral of St. Clement of Ohrid, Art Bridge, Macedonia Square, Alexander the Great Equestrian Statue. Day 3: Canyon Matka, Millennium Cross.
The itinerary for Skopje runs through Centar, Čair, Saraj and Vodno.
Museums worth visiting in Skopje: Memorial House of Mother Teresa (Centar), Holocaust Memorial Center of the Jews of Macedonia and Archaeological Museum of Macedonia.
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