Skopje: Private Half-Day Walking Tour of Old & New

Chair, Macedonia



See the newly reconstructed part of modern Skopje, as well as the historic streets of the Old Bazaar. Your guide will lead you through the past and present of this city and in only a few hours, you will feel the magic of this vibrant city.

Highlights

  • Enjoy the walk through the main square and the most famous pedesrian street in the city
  • Visit the original birthplace of Mother Teresa and the Memoiral Center dedicated to her
  • Wander in the green market and see the everyday life of people here
  • Discover the charm of the Old town, its streets and mosques from the 15th century
  • See the panoramic view of Skopje from the nearby fortress

Description

During this walking tour, your friendly and knowledgeable guide will lead you through the story of Skopje, beginning with the new Skopje 2014, across the Stone Bridge through the different Old Town and even further back in history up to the Fortress Kale, where you will find the earliest evidence of human existence.

The driver/ guide will pick you up from your hotel or any place of your preference in Skopje and take you to the center of Skopje for a walking tour. Walk through the main square of the city, while listening to the story of the town with its well-known fountains, statues and monuments, passing by the Memorial House of Mother Teresa and the old railway station among the fresh products in the green market.

Hear the story about the famous park Women Fighters, the Parliament building and the old city mall, while preparing yourself to discover the oriental part of the city - The Old Bazaar. Once there, you can feel the mix of Byzantine and Ottoman architecture while witnessing the best preserved part of Skopje with its hundreds of little craftsman shops and tearooms. At the end of the tour, you will be driven back to your hotel or any other location of your preference in Skopje.

Includes

Local English-speaking guide
Pick-up and drop-off (hotel or any place of your preference in Skopje)

Excludes

  • Meals and drinks
  • Entrance tickets
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour covers the main square, the pedestrian street, Old Town, the birthplace of Mother Teresa, the green market, and offers views from the fortress in Skopje, Macedonia.
Mother Teresa was a Roman Catholic nun and missionary born in Skopje; the tour visits her original birthplace and the Memorial Center dedicated to her.
The tour lasts approximately half a day, around 4 hours.
Yes, since the tour is private, the guide can tailor the experience based on your interests within the itinerary.
The tour typically begins at Skopje’s main square near the Stone Bridge, Macedonia’s central landmark.
Yes, the tour explores Old Town’s streets, historic mosques from the 15th century, and its unique architectural style.
Advance booking is recommended to secure your preferred time and guide availability.
Yes, the tour passes through the green market where you can experience local life and buy traditional products or snacks.
From the fortress, you get a panoramic view of the cityscape, including both the Old and New parts of Skopje, Macedonia.
The tour involves walking through city streets and some uneven surfaces in Old Town but is generally suitable for most ages and fitness levels; contact the provider for specific needs.

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