based on 13 experiences from female travelers
It's been a month since I came to Macedonia and I came here with a volunteering project, so I have a house where I stay and this project covers it. The prices are not expensive here and I'm not sure there are many places to visit but it's very enjoyable to spend time with my friends. This is my first experience abroad and Macedonia will remain a special place for me. If I have to recommend a place to you, ‘Gino’ is an Italian pizza place. My friend discovered this place and we loved it. Finally, I think here its a reliable country.
Posted: February 20, 2025I didn't feel safe at first because some guy tried to rob me, and then my boyfriend's money went missing. However, the city was inexpensive, which was nice. The food was okay; everything was similar to Turkey, and that was nice too.
Posted: February 11, 2025Experienced: February, 2024I felt safe every time There are many places worth seeing. Skopje, Ohrid, Bitola, Tetova. you must see The food was very delicious. I ate meatballs, it was great Since I went with a tour company, accommodation and meals were included in the price I paid. I didn't have much extra expenses either. I provided transportation by tour bus.
Posted: August 3, 2024Dilge
North Macedonia
First of all, I have to say that it is a very cute little Balkan city. I went to the Chinese restaurant and the ambiance and food were very nice. There is a bridge that divides the country into two parts. On one side, there are sidewalks from the Ottoman period. The part of the city we call the old town is where you can see many Turkish restaurants and cafes. Of course, you can also see many traces from the Ottoman period. The other part is in a completely European order, as if there are two different countries in the same city. A safe and beautiful city
Posted: April 1, 2024Experienced: March, 2024Megan
Singapore
Ohrid is beautiful, great for a 2 day stay. There are pay-as-you-wish day tours available to bring you around the Church of Saint John, the Ancient Macedonian theatre, Ohrid boardwalk etc. I also enjoyed the boat tour to St Naums, incredibly pretty. It’s a very small town though, so 2 days is more than enough. It is much more affordable than Western Europe, I paid around €7 for Old Town Hostel Ohrid and I ended up meeting some of the best people there! However, I am ethnically Chinese so I experienced 5 instances of racism in 3 days - eg. the local children would yell Ching Chong at me and other slurs while I was simply walking on the street. Sometimes I was followed by Romany children asking for money. Didn’t feel the safest here overall
Posted: March 22, 2024Last year, I went on my longest solo trip (5 weeks). I chased the coasts of Croatia, Montenegro, and Albania. It was absolutely amazing and I definitely recommend it to any traveller. As a solo female traveller, I never felt awkward or scared. People are very hospitable, the food and drinks are amazing. I met many wonderful people along the way, both other travellers and locals.
Posted: February 3, 2024My stay in Macedonia lasted 5 days, I visited Skopje and Ohrid. I never felt in danger there. I even walked alone in the streets at 3 in the morning and didn't feel threatened. The prices were really good, the food tasty, and the people friendly.
Posted: December 27, 2023I highly recommend Lake Ohrid. I took part in a wine tasting in the mountains, which I also highly recommend. I also really liked Skopje, which is the capital, with charming restaurants and equally charming old town.
Posted: September 13, 2023This time of the year the weather was rainy and a bit cold. If you like warm weather I would recommend not coming in April. City center is very nice, lots of things to see and the restaurants in the city center are amazing with excellent food.
Posted: May 22, 2023Experienced: March, 2023Skopje is a very interesting city. You can walk through the entire city. I felt very safe despite the attention. The bazaar was quite nice. I participated in a free city walk and spent time at Alexander Square. Shopping in Skopje was also quite good.
Posted: April 9, 2023Based on 14 local experiences
Based on 14 local experiences
Dont wear something luxurious especially when you are in Chair. While using public transport put everything in your bag and hold tight. Dont hold your phone while walking. Dont park to the places that you dont know. Dont get in taxis unless you called them from application. thats it <4
Posted: March 10, 2025Gözde
I felt safe while walking down the street in the morning or evening. I was safe where I spent time, I enjoyed. Many of the people I met were friendly and warm-hearted. They were benevolent. As a tourist, I never felt uncomfortable while traveling and exploring. I traveled safely
Posted: February 12, 2025Eliza
just a normal person, feeling good and happy, feeling bad and sad, feeling all the feelings this world could offer, always learning from people, from experiences, from new places, i am eager to explore and live a wonderful life
Blerta
Hey ya'll! I'm a med student in Macedonia. Big lover of languages, mom of many cats, dreamer and always down for adventure!
Eliza
Skopje
3 days
just a normal person, feeling good and happy, feeling bad and sad, feeling all the feelings this world could offer, always learning from people, from experiences, from new places, i am eager to explore and live a wonderful life
eli
Skopje
3 days
heyy my name is elii and im from north macedonia in the balkans i love love love to travel and meeting people im also vegan i am a photographer mostly concert photographer
Tracey
Hi there! I’m backpacking some of the Balkan countries April 4 to 20. Looking to connect with anyone with similar travel plans. Starting in Split, Croatia and moving through Trogir, Hvar, Makaraska, Mostar, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Herceg Novi, Tivat, Kotor, Budva, Tirana, Ohrid, Skopje, Canyon Matka. Probably won’t get a chance to do it all before I have to leave around April 19/20, but if anyone has similar plans or recos, feel free to connect! Super flexible with plans and activities. I typically like more local experiences than the tourist experience. I’ll mostly be busing and staying at hostels. #backpackerlife 🎒
Tracey
Hi there! I’m backpacking some of the Balkan countries April 4 to 20. Looking to connect with anyone with similar travel plans. Starting in Split, Croatia and moving through Trogir, Hvar, Makaraska, Mostar, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Herceg Novi, Tivat, Kotor, Budva, Tirana, Ohrid, Skopje, Canyon Matka. Probably won’t get a chance to do it all before I have to leave around April 19/20, but if anyone has similar plans or recos, feel free to connect! Super flexible with plans and activities. I typically like more local experiences than the tourist experience. I’ll mostly be busing and staying at hostels. #backpackerlife 🎒