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Bitola

Bitola's past meets you on Shirok Sokak. Cafés fill the pedestrian street beneath old consulate facades, and ancient floor mosaics survive at Heraclea Lyncestis.

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Landmark4.6/5

Bitola City Park

This Bitola park gives kids a little nature amid asphalt and concrete. On summer evenings, young people gather here with beers.

Landmark3.5/5

Bitola Zoo

Culture4.6/5

NI Institute & Museum Bitola

This Bitola museum occupies the military school where Atatürk studied. Classrooms and his uniforms put you close to his student years.

Landmark4.7/5

Clock Tower

This clock tower marks the center of Bitola’s old bazaar, its distinctive shape standing above the surrounding streets. Local legend says 60,000 eggs went into its mortar.

Landmark3.1/5

Transkop

Transkop in Bitola is a must-visit for its unique blend of contemporary architecture and vibrant local culture, offering a delightful experience of North Macedonia's artistic spirit and warm hospitality.

Shop4.5/5

Bliss - Mall & Retail Park

Cafe$$4.5/5

Coffee Bar Touch

Eat$$$4.5/5

Belvedere

Located in Bitola, North Macedonia, Belvedere offers breathtaking views of the Pelister Mountains and the stunning surrounding landscapes, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and photographers alike.

Eat4.4/5

Vero & Jumbo

Cafe$$4.7/5

Coffee Aero | Кафе Аеро

Eat$$$4.4/5

Jagoda Meze Bar

Stays

Stay$$$$4.45/5

Villa Dihovo

Villa Dihovo in Dihovo village offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden or mountain views. Each room includes a walk-in shower, free toiletries, and soundproofing for a pleasant stay. The family-friendly restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free options. Guests can enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails in a traditional or romantic ambience. The property features a garden, outdoor play area, and picnic area. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, ensuring connectivity for all guests. Located 78 km from Ohrid Airport, Villa Dihovo is near attractions such as Ρωσικο Μνημειο Φλωρινασ (40 km), Ποταμοσ Σακουλεβασ (41 km), and Ελληνιστικη Πολη Φλωρινασ (41 km). Free on-site private parking is provided.

Stay$$$$4.05/5

Grand Central Hotel

Grand Central Hotel in Bitola offers family rooms with garden or mountain views. Each room includes air-conditioning, a private bathroom, and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy Greek, Italian, Mediterranean, and local cuisines at the on-site restaurant. The bar serves cocktails and high tea, while brunch, lunch, dinner, and breakfast are available. The hotel features a garden, coffee shop, and bar. Additional amenities include a lift, concierge service, and bicycle parking. Private check-in and check-out, express services, and a tour desk enhance the stay. Located 78 km from Ohrid Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Ρωσικο Μνημειο Φλωρινασ (34 km) and Ελληνιστικη Πολη Φλωρινασ (35 km). Guests appreciate the convenient location and excellent breakfast provided by the property.

Stay5/5

Marija Apartments

Stay4.5/5

White House

Bitola hotel with an in-house restaurant and cafe-bar. Friday evenings bring live music while diners eat and drink.

Stay4.3/5

Millenium Palace

Shirok Sokak hotel with a restaurant.

Stay4/5

Hotel Epinal

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5/5

Private Tour in Lake and Gastronomic Delight with Xinomavro Wine

Nestled in the embrace of Western Macedonia, Amyntaio is a region of unparalleled beauty, adorned with three enchanting lakes that mirror the surrounding mountains. The culinary scene is a delightful symphony of flavors, with local establishments like Naoumidis restaurant, Thomas, and Kontosoros garnering prestigious awards for their gastronomic excellence. However, it's the vineyards that truly steal the spotlight in Amyntaio. Renowned globally for its Xinomavro wineries, the region's terroir and skilled vintners produce wines that captivate the senses. As you traverse the winery trails, such as Alpha Estate and Domain Karanika — with Vegoritis Winery available as an optional stop — you'll uncover the secrets of this mystical land, where every sip and every bite is a journey into the heart of Greek hospitality and nature's sublime artistry. Three restaurant options to eat: Thomas, Kontosoros, Naoumidis (Not included in price)

$200.14

5/5

12 h

Skopje to Nis Day Tour with Optional Visit to Pristina

We'll pick you up from your designated location in Skopje. Option 1. From Skopje to Nis and back(08:00 - 18:00) 1. Nis Guided tour - Cegar Monument - Medinana - roman time archeological site - Scull Tower - Fortress /Hammam, Bali Bey Mosque/ Lapidarium/ Palace - Main Square / Liberators Monument - Thinkers Alley - Nazi Camp & Bubanj Hill 2. Lunch in Nis. 3. Cofee break in Vranje (on your choice). 4. Back to Skopje. We drop you off at your hotel/appartment. Option 2. Day tour Skopje - Nis - Pristina (08:00 - 20:00) 1. Nis and Guided tour. 2. Lunch in Nis 3. Pristina Guided tour - Mother Teresa Cathedral curch - Library - St. Savior Church - Grand Hotel - Mother Teresa Bulevard - Parliament, Government, President - Sqenderbeu Monument - Dua Lipa Mural - Newborn - Women Heros 4. Back to Skopje at 20:00. We drop you off at your hotel/apartment.

$149.82

5/5

Jewish Heritage of Monastir - Bitola

Bitola, or also known as Monastir during the Ottoman Empire, was and still is an important town: It was established by Philip II, father of Alexander The Great; It is on the Ancient Roman Road of Via Egnatia; and it was the town where the international community decided to open consulates to the Ottoman Empire. Today, Bitola is a town with a wealth of cultures intertwined in its streets and residents. Likewise, the remnants of a once thriving Jewish community are scattered throughout the town, and blended in the everyday life as a memory. In this tour we visit the oldest Jewish cemetery in the Balkans, we walk through the old Jewish neighbourhood to see where the Jewish once people lived, visit the Old Bazaar to see where the Jewish people once worked, and we see the many monuments that the local people of Bitola enacted in memory of their fellow citizens. In the process we learn also about the rich history of Bitola and its tasty cuisine.

$289.00

5/5

192 h

Best of N Macedonia;Semi–Private Tour Dedicated Tour Leader & Car

Visit the capital, be amazed by the striking monasteries and churches, taste some delicious wines, stroll through the Old Bazaars and admire the beauty of the UNESCO-listed Ohrid lake and city on this 8-day tour of North Macedonia. This country has stunning national parks and cultural heritage sites worthy of a visit – discover the best of North Macedonia.

$2,052.68

5/5

120 h

Travel program - North Macedonia& Kosovo in 5 days

Introduce a more attractive place in North Macedonia and Kosovo. Most visited place in Macedonia included National Park Mavrovo, National Park Galicica, see Ohrid and Prespa Lake also cities Skopje, Ohrid Bitola and visit one of the best winery in North Macedonia - Stobi Winery. In Kosovo visit cities Pristina, Prizren and Pec and all beauty that this country offer

$857.72

5/5

96 h

4-Day Private Tour of Macedonia with Pick Up

The best short tour to introduce a part of North Macedonia which its very good but not visited many from tourists. You will enjoy in nature and some specifiable places typical for this region.

$498.04

5/5

240 h

Private Tour of Albania, North Macedonia and Kosovo – The Land & the People

Travel in Balkans with this Private Tour to explore more about the People, Culture and Nature of Albania, North Macedonia and Kosovo. This tour is based on the “must” visits and the most interesting places for each of the countries. As a Private Tour, you will have the chance to customize it or add activities in different activities. The experience is built on the main idea of offering the best in every country. We will start from the best of Albania, Kosovo and North Macedonia history and archeologic sites. In addition, the Balkans experience will be mixed with some Urban Life and unique architecture. Living among the locals in Balkans means understanding better the unique culture and especially the warm welcome! Another strong and interesting point of this Balkans Tour is community tolerance. In addition, we will discover and experience how Albanians, Macedonians, Aromuns and more are living at the same place for years with their tolerance and problems at the same time.

$2,744.71

5/5

48 h

The Pearl of Balkan – Ohrid in 2 day program....

Visiting almost the best place in North Macedonia, starting from Skopje, visit National Park Mavrovo and all the beauty in that region and continue to Ohrid - Pearl of the Balkan and famous Monastery complex St. Naum.

$486.04

5/5

A day trip to the forgotten Mariovo region from Ohrid

Surrounded by high mountains and deep canyons, the Mariovo region is interesting for its history, ethnology, traditions, and culture. Driving through Bitola, we arrive in the first Mariovo village Lovogradi, then Novaci. The wanted destination is the almost abandoned village of Zovich, famous for the beautiful Stonebridge, called the movie bridge, due to several movies filmed here. If we are lucky, we can talk to some of the locals, who are still living here. Every step of the way, beautiful views are capturing your view. We can make a good hike in the surroundings and make beautiful photos.

$195.89

5/5

11 h

Full-Day Private Tour to Ohrid and Bitola from Skopje

From the capital, we are traveling to the main tourist attraction in Macedonia, the town of Ohrid. Ohrid lies on the shores of the oldest lake in Europe, Lake Ohrid. Everywhere in Ohrid, breathtaking views of the Lake will fill your eyes and cameras. Called the Jerusalem on The Balkans, Ohrid is the center from where Christianity was spread in these lands. We will continue to Bitola and visit Heraclea and the Bitola Museum. We will not miss the chance to have coffee or just enjoy the Shirok Sokak Street cafes.

$235.10

5/5

Private tour of Bitola and Krusevo from Ohrid

Once we arrive at Bitola, on the right, you can see Mount Pelister and Pelister National Park, which is the smallest but oldest national park in Macedonia. It is famous for its ancient Molika pine trees and many other different types of flora and fauna and it conserves some rare glacial lakes, the Pelister Eyes. It is a famous winter ski resort with hotels and ski-lifts. In Bitola we visit the church of St. Dimitri. Then we just have a quick glance at Yeni Mosque, built in 1559 which is now an art gallery, then the Yahdar-Kadi Mosque (built in 1562) and the Isak Mosque (built in 1508-09). At the heart of the town is the Clock Tower. The River Dragor runs through the town. Sirok Sokak (a long pedestrian area) is renowned for the beautiful old houses that belong to the 19th-century architecture. Bitola is a town of consulates, also the town where the Manaki brothers, famous for their pioneering work with the camera, opened their Studio of Art Photography in 1905.

$194.42

4.9/5

Private Full-Day to Ohrid and Bitola from Skopje

Visit our best tourist place Ohrid with Ohrid late, have a city tour of Ohrid and after that visit one of the most important city - Bitola

$240.16

4.6/5

Full Day Jeep Safari Pelister Tour from Ohrid and or Bitola

After reaching the meeting point, an organized team of mountains experts with terrain vehicles will wait for you to bring you into the mystical mountains of National Park Pelister. Reach 2200 meter, where you'll take a beautiful walk around the two little lakes at 2180 and 2200 meters above sea level. Breathe the fresh mountain air while standing in the clouds and enjoy the astonishing views. During the ride coffee breaks and photo stops will be made. The beauty of this landscape is shaped by the diverse wildlife: bears, roe deer, wolves, chamois, wild boars, eagles and many more. This bumpy off-road adventure will lead you through various natural gems. But the most special one is definitely the mythical ‘Eyes of Pelister’. Additional: For 15-euro p.p. you can have homemade local lunch in a mountain hut. This includes homemade stew, feta cheese, salads, bread, rakija, wine and many more. Feel free to eat and drink as much as you like. This is paid on the spot.

$85.77

4/5

2 h

Relaxing Walking Tour in Skopje

Skopje is the capital of Macedonia in the beautiful Balkan country. Romans, Byzantines, and Ottomans ruled it. Did you know that the symbol of Skopje Stone Bridge was built in the 6th century? Can you imagine how Old Bazaar looks on Ottomans time? Did you know that Mother Teresa is from Macedonia? Enjoy a neoclassical makeover of Skopje by walking in the city centre. With a charismatic tour guide, you will see The Mustafa Pasha Mosque and you will hear secret stories about The Fillip II square, The Macedonia Square, and the Monument of Alexander Macedonian. The best way to finish your sightseeing tour is by visiting the Skopje Fortress Kale.

$229.00

4/5

8 h

Full-Day Private Bitola Tour from Ohrid

Explore the Macedonian city of Bitola on this private full-day guided tour from Ohrid. Visit Heraclea Lyncestis, an important settlement founded in the middle of the 4th century BC, noted for its well-preserved floor mosaics; explore thousands of years worth of monuments, and admire the neoclassical architecture of the pedestrian street Shirok Sokak. This tour operates with just your group (maximum eight people) and a private driver/guide.

$146.62

120 h

Ohrid City break 5 days tour from Ohrid

Somewhere in the western part of the small country of Macedonia, you can see two blue dots, the Ohrid and the Prespa Lakes. One of them is one of the oldest natural lakes in Europe and its surrounding is the most beautiful place in the country. You will explore the Old part of town, the Bay of bones, and the St. Naum settlement, Bitola and Galichica National Park. Enjoy your tour!

$801.14

Ancient Macedonia tour (Pella & Vergina) from Bitola

We will discover two of the most important archaeological sites related to the ancient Macedonian kingdom, departing from Bitola. We will visit Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great, and the historical capital of the ancient kingdom of Macedon. The other destination of this journey is Vergina, the place where the untouched tomb of the Macedonian King Philip II of Macedon (Alexander the Great’s father), was discovered.

$286.65

Full-Day Bitola & Krusevo tour from Skopje

This tour will take you to the city of Councils, Bitola, where you can admire the mosaics in Heraclea Lyncestis, and visit the Museum of Bitola with the room dedicated to the Father of Modern Turkey, Kemal Mustafa Atatürk. We will also visit the town with the highest altitude in the country, Krusevo, and visit its most interesting sites. Our driver/guide will pick you up from your hotel or any other preferred location in Skopje. We will drive to Bitola and visit the Heraclea Lyncestis Archaeological site. We can also visit the National Museum of Bitola and the Memorial Room dedicated to Kemal Mustafa Ataturk, the father of modern Turkey, who finished military school in this very building. We can have lunch or a coffee break in some of the restaurants and cafes in Shirok Sokak. We will continue to Krusevo, the town with the highest altitude in the country. Here we can visit the grave of Tose Proeski, the Makedonium, and Meckin Kamen and enjoy in the beautiful mountainous terrain.

$217.83

Bitola & Krusevo tour from Ohird

This tour will take you to the city of Councils, Bitola, where you can admire the mosaics in Heraclea Lyncestis, and visit the Museum of Bitola, and the room dedicated to the Father of Modern Turkey, Kemal Mustafa Atatürk. We will also visit the town with the highest altitude in the country, Krusevo, and visit the most interesting local sites.

$200.67

216 h

Via Egnatia Tour

The Via Egnatia was a road constructed by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. It crossed Illyricum, Macedonia and Thrace, running through territory that is now part of modern Albania, North Macedonia Greece and European Turkey as a continuation of Via Appia. Starting at Dyrrachium (now Durres) on the Adriatic Sea, the road followed a difficult route along the river Genusus (Shkumbin), over the Candaviae mountains and thence to the highlands around Lake Ohrid. It then turned south, following several high mountain passes to reach the northern coastline of the Aegean Sea at Thessalonica. From there it ran through Thrace to the city of Byzantium (later Constantinople, now Istanbul). It covered a total distance of about 1,120 km (696 miles/746 Roman miles). Like other major Roman roads, it was about six meters (19.6 ft) wide, paved with large polygonal stone slabs or covered with a hard layer of sand.