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Things to see in Ohrid (North Macedonia): 40 places and when to go
Ohrid is a town in North Macedonia, and this site lists 40 places in and around it, mainly Temples (15), History (10), Museums and art (6). The best known are Church of Saint Sophia, Ohrid, Church of St. John at Kaneo and Samuel's Fortress, Ohrid. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: March, July to August and November. In June there are 14 h 57 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 03. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- North Macedonia · 41.1121, 20.7942
- Places
- 40 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (15) · History (10) · Museums and art (6) · Nature (5) · Hiking (4) · Mountains (2)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- March, July to August and November.
- Nearest airport
- OHD Ohrid, 8.7 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Tri Maži, at 1,625 m.
What to see in Ohrid
The places in and around Ohrid, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Church of Saint Sophia, OhridChurch in Ohrid, North Macedonia5 m
- Church of St. John at KaneoMacedonian Orthodox church building in Ohrid, North Macedonia469 m
- Samuel's Fortress, OhridArchaeological site in Macedonia436 m
- Ancient Theatre of OhridAncient Greek theatre in Ohrid, North Macedonia286 m
- Galičica National ParkNational park in Macedonia14 km
- PlaošnikArchaeological site in Macedonia309 m
- Robevi family houseHistoric building in Ohrid, Macedonia162 m
- DuvaloActive Macedonian geothermal surface7.3 km
- Ilino, ResenHistory14 km
- Ali Pasha MosqueMosque in Ohrid, North Macedonia651 m
- LychnidosArchaeological site in Macedonia446 m
- Church of St. Mary Peribleptos, OhridChurch in Ohrid260 m
- Basilica of ManchevtsiEarly Christian basilica in Ohrid100 m
- St. Demetrius Mirotočiv ChurchChurch building in Ohrid, North Macedonia267 m
- Nativity of the Theotokos Cave ChurchChurch building in Kališta, North Macedonia13 km
- Church of the Theotokos ČelnicaChurch building in Ohrid, North Macedonia296 m
- St. Nicholas the Wonderworker ChurchChurch building in Ohrid, North Macedonia173 m
- St. Clement of Ohrid ChurchChurch building in Velgošti, North Macedonia4.3 km
- Church of St. Nicholas Bolnichki, OhridChurch building in Ohrid, North Macedonia277 m
- St. Stephen's Church (Šipokno)Church building in Šipokno, North Macedonia4.3 km
- BelioArchaeological site in Macedonia6.2 km
- GoricaArchaeological site in Macedonia5.4 km
- KulishtaMountain in Republic of Macedonia4.5 km
- LeleshnicaArchaeological site in Macedonia4.6 km
And the other 16, by what you come to do:
- Temples: Openica Monastery, Ss. Cosmas and Damian Church, St. Nedela Church, St. Thomas Church
- Nature: Tri Maži
- Museums and art: Bay of Bones, Dr. Nikola Nezlobinski, Icon Gallery, Memorial house of Grigor Prlichev
- Hiking: Galicica G-2, Galicica H-6, Galicica H-7, Galicica T-3
- Food and drink: Monastery Winery
- Beaches: Orevche
- History: Cyril and Methodius
When to go to Ohrid
The best time to visit Ohrid is April to June and September to October; also possible: March, July to August and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not9:21
- FebBetter not10:25
- MarPossible11:40
- AprBest time13:07
- MayBest time14:18
- JunBest time14:57
- JulPossible14:41
- AugPossible13:39
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:52
- NovPossible9:39
- DecBetter not9:03
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 57 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 03. In June, 40 of the 40 places are at their best.
When to go to North Macedonia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Ohrid
The nearest main airport is Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport (OHD, Ohrid), 8.7 km as the crow flies. How to get around North Macedonia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
And all of North Macedonia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ohrid?
The best known: Church of Saint Sophia, Ohrid, Church of St. John at Kaneo, Samuel's Fortress, Ohrid, Ancient Theatre of Ohrid, Galičica National Park. In all, 40 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Ohrid?
April to June and September to October; also possible: March, July to August and November. In June there are 14 h 57 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 03.
How do you get to Ohrid?
The nearest main airport is Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport (OHD), 8.7 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ohrid as the destination and these 40 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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