Welcome to the most sacred and beautiful place in the Balkans– Lake Ohrid in Macedonia. This was our favorite part of the country, and after just one weekend, we were able to experience some of the best places to visit around Lake Ohrid, leaving us wanting so much more.
Ohrid Lake is actually considered the coldest place in Macedonia, yet is the perfect summer getaway for locals. It is the deepest lake in Europe, and is also said to be sacred by Macedonians. With 358 square kilometers, there are plenty of great things to do at Lake Ohrid, as well as both touristy and hidden gem spots to discover.
In this guide we’re going to share the best places to visit around Lake Ohrid in Macedonia, the best activities, where to stay, and more.
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📍 Where is Lake Ohrid in Macedonia?
Lake Ohrid is located in the mountains between Macedonia and Albania. Situated all the way in the west of Macedonia, the lake straddles the border of Albania. While the lake can be accessed by both sides, we are going to cover the area that belongs to Macedonia.
Lake Ohrid is on the western end of Macedonia.
How Do You Get to Lake Ohrid in Macedonia?
Now that you know where Lake Ohrid is located, let’s look at the different options for getting there.
✈️ What is the Closest Airport to Ohrid Lake?
Ohrid actually has its own airport, although it is super tiny and only has a couple of flights per day. The cities that fly direct to Ohrid are Belgrade, Memmingen, Vienna, and Zurich.
The next best option is to travel to Lake Ohrid from one of the bigger cities nearby, which are the capitals of Albania and Macedonia. There is a bus that goes from Tirana to Skopje (and vice versa) that stops in Struga, a small town near the border.
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🚗 How to Get from Tirana or Skopje to Lake Ohrid
We rented a car for our Balkan adventures, which is really a great way to explore the countries in Eastern Europe. However, if you’d like to visit Lake Ohrid with public transportation, it is totally doable!
The trip from Tirana takes about 2 1/2 hours to Struga, and the trip from Skopje takes about 3 hours. From Struga you can easily find a taxi to take you to Ohrid town, or wherever you decide to stay along the lake.
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Entry Requirements for Macedonia
Before entering any new country, it’s important to check the entry requirements. Here are both the visa and covid requirements for traveling to Macedonia.
🛂 Visa Entry Requirements for Macedonia
Macedonia allows visa free access to all people from the EU, UK, US, and Canada, for a period of up to 90 days. Any time exceeding that, you will need to apply for a visa at your local embassy.
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Local Adjustments for Visiting Lake Ohrid in Macedonia
Whenever you travel there are some things that you may forget about, that could differ from where you are coming from. Lake Ohrid is actually shared by both Macedonia and Albania. However we are going to focus on the local adjustments to keep in mind while traveling to Macedonia.
🗣 Language Spoken in Ohrid
The official language in Macedonia is Macedonian. It is very similar to the other Slavic languages around the surrounding Balkan countries. They use an adaptation of the Cyrillic script, so the signs can be quite hard to read for those not familiar with this alphabet.
💶 What is the Currency in Lake Ohrid?
The currency used in Macedonia is the Macedonian Denar. Currently (October 2024) 1 USD and 1 euro are both equal to 57.87 Denar.
Most accommodation and restaurants actually only use cash, as well as street vendors. You’ll need to make sure to withdraw plenty of cash, as it is what you’ll be mostly using throughout the area.
🔌 Outlets in Lake Ohrid, Macedonia
Macedonia uses the same plug types as the rest of Europe, which are types C & F. The standard voltage in Macedonia is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. If you are from the US make sure to get a travel converter (not just an adapter), so that your electronics won’t burn out.
🚰 Can You Drink the Water in Lake Ohrid?
Lake Ohrid is one of the biggest reservoirs of fresh water in all of Europe! The water is perfectly safe to drink straight from the tap.
💸 Is Tipping Expected in Macedonia?
Unlike most other countries, Macedonia actually doesn’t have a real tipping culture. Some people leave nothing at all, and others will leave 100 or 200 Denar for good service. It isn’t typical to leave tips anywhere except restaurants and bars. So if you are satisfied you can leave up to 10%.
The service in restaurants in Macedonia was pretty horrendous in our experience compared to some of the other countries we’ve been to. (But we’ll get into that a bit later).
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Where to Stay on Lake Ohrid in Macedonia
Lake Ohrid stretches 56 km from top to bottom. The lake can be accessed right after crossing the Kjafaasan border from Albania, circling down to another Albanian border of St Naum.
There are small towns scattered along the entire coast of the lake, so there are plenty of places to stay on Lake Ohrid in Macedonia.
A lot of homes in the area have grapes dangling around them.
Many of the best places to visit around Lake Ohrid are able to be visited from Ohrid town, which is the most popular place to base yourself. Not only are there a ton of restaurant, bars, and shops, but it’s a great hub for taking boat rides, and connecting with other areas of the lake.
The town of Ohrid is our favorite place to stay on Lake Ohrid.
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Getting Around Lake Ohrid in Macedonia
Now that you know how to get to Lake Ohrid and where to stay, let’s go over how to get from place to place.
🚶🏻♀️ Can You Walk Around Lake Ohrid?
Lake Ohrid is actually really big! You can certainly walk around the town of Ohrid, but to see all of the best places to visit around Lake Ohrid, you’ll need another form of transportation.
There are two ways to get around Lake Ohrid in Macedonia, which are by renting a car (or other vehicle), or by taking taxis and tours.
🚗 Driving in Lake Ohrid
The highway goes right along the coast of the lake, and is also paved, making it very easy to drive from one spot to another in the area.
While in the town of Ohrid though, you won’t need a car at all. Parking is super difficult, so we actually suggest keeping your car parked outside the center and walking. We actually didn’t know that there is no free parking in the downtown area, and ended up getting a ticket (only payable in cash).
You can rent a car, scooter, or ATV when the center of Ohrid town, or also get taxis for inside town. (We didn’t see any taxis, but our friend from the area told us there are in fact taxis in the area).
Other Ways to Get Around Lake Ohrid
Finally, if you don’t want to drive or take a taxi, a lot of the sites can be reached by taking boat tours! This is of course the most beautiful way of getting from one spot to the other. Keep reading and we’ll get a bit more into that.
A colorfully painted old bucker along the highway of Lake Ohrid
The Best Places to Visit Around Lake Ohrid & Fun Things to Do
When we visited Lake Ohrid we thought one day would be sufficient. Truthfully though, there are plenty of amazing places to visit around Lake Ohrid and around it! Here are some of our top recommendations.
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🚣♂️ Explore the Best Places to Visit Around Lake Ohrid By Boat
Our favorite way to experience some of the best places to visit around Lake Ohrid is by sailing around the lake.
As soon as you walk towards the water in the center of Lake Ohrid you will find a ton of signs, with locals lined up with their boats waiting to take tourists around the lake.
There is a 10:30 group tour daily for 25 euros.
There are both public and private boat rides. The public ones are group tours that go at 10:30 in the morning, coming back around 4 pm.
They are 25 euros a person, and they stop at several highlights around the lake. If you don’t want to spend a lot but want to see the best spots around the area, then this is definitely one of the best things to do in Lake Ohrid.
Private boats are available all day long, and run for about 40 euros the hour (we were two, so prices may vary depending on group size).
Taking a boat is the best way to experience the highlights of Lake Ohrid.
🏖 Have a Beach Day
You may be thinking- but this is a lake, not the sea. Well, some of the best places to visit around Lake Ohrid are actually beaches! There are plenty of small areas to swim scattered along the coast of Lake Ohrid in Macedonia. Driving from Sturga to Ohrid we even found a ton of beach clubs and umbrellas lined along rocky beaches.
There are plenty of stretched of beaches along Lake Ohrid.
Driving south we saw smaller, but super beautiful pockets where sunbathers and swimmers lie their towels and chairs out.
The color of the water of Lake Ohrid in Macedonia is truly shocking. We stopped at a recommended beach, and couldn’t believe just how blue the water was! Trpjeca is one of the best places to visit in Lake Ohrid, and is actually known as the “Saint Tropez of Macedonia”, making you feel as if you’ve teleported to the French Riviera.
Trpjeca is known as the St Tropez of Macedonia
⛪️ Check out the Churches
Want to hear something wild? Back in time there used to be 365 churches around Lake Ohrid in Macedonia. At one church a day, you could spend an entire year visiting them! Of course you can see many in just a day though, so don’t worry.
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Now there are less churches, as many were taken down by Muslims to build mosques. No one knows the exact number, but there are still plenty standing.
Our personal favorite is right in the town of Ohrid, the Church of Saint John the Theologian. It is perched up on a hill right over the water, and gives you beautiful views of Ohrid Town down below.
This is spectacular place to admire the sunset.
Visit St Naum
The number one highlight for best places to visit around Lake Ohrid according to Macedonians is St Naum. It is known to be the spiritual capital of the country, and is why so many people visit Lake Ohrid each year.
St Naum is the most sacred place at Ohrid Lake, and in Macedonia.
St Naum is so much more than just a church though. There is an entire beach area for people to relax, a dam where you can take a boat ride, horseback riding, and a bunch of shops.
Since St Naum lies all the way to the southern tip of the lake (just across the border from Albania) the most popular way to visit here is by boat. We wanted to go by boat, but wanted to stop by Trpjeca as well, so we decided to drive. It is about 40 minutes from the town of Ohrid, and the road goes along the lake, making it a scenic ride.
🏰 Climb up to the Castle
when you arrive in Ohrid it is impossible not to see the giant fortress sitting at the top of the hill. Overlooking the city of Ohrid and the lake, it’s definitely one of the best spots to watch the sunset in town. We went while the sun was setting, and it was simply beautiful.
If you’d like to explore the fortress itself, you’ll want to get there earlier. Unfortunately we didn’t know the timetable, so we didn’t get a chance to see the inside.
The castle is one of the highlights in Ohrid town.
🚶🏻♀️ Walk along the Boardwalk
Right from the center of Ohrid you can walk up the right side of the lake. Here you’ll find a long boardwalk that sits right along the coast. It leads to tiny beaches, as well as plenty of restaurants right on the water.
🛍 Check out the Shops
Normally we don’t suggest shopping as a highlight of somewhere. However, Fede was busy working at a restaurant in the center of Ohrid, and I went to go explore the area a bit. The Bazaar is located right in the center, and is full of local shops.
The fashion is cheap and high quality, and there is also a unique shop that makes handmade jewelry out of clay! The earrings are super unique and only 200-300 Denar ($4-6), making them a great souvenir to take home or gift.
Make sure to check out the great fashion and handmade jewelry!
👀 Take in the Views from the National Park
Right behind Ohrid Lake is Baba Galicica, a national park of Macedonia, and one of the best places to visit around Lake Ohrid.
We suggest coming here if you have a car, as it is mostly a curved road going through here. We accidentally visited here driving from Lake Ohrid towards Bulgaria.
The windy road gives spectacular views of the lake below, as you can see in the photo below. We paid 100 Denar to drive through.
There are spectacular views from the national park.
🪂 Go Paragliding
Want something a bit more exciting? Well, you an actually paraglide from the park behind Lake Ohrid. With gorgeous views of the lake and mountains surrounding, this is definitely one of the best things to do in Lake Ohrid in Macedonia.
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Local Food & Drink at Lake Ohrid
Now that you know the best places to visit around Lake Ohrid and some fun activities to do, let’s dive into the foodie scene.
When it comes to local food and drink, there are plenty of Macedonian specialties! However we’re going to just focus on a few of the “must” experiences when it comes to eating at Lake Ohrid in Macedonia. Here they are:
🐟 Local Trout
There’s trout, and then there is Lake Ohrid in Macedonia trout. You may be thinking- isn’t it the same? Well actually, there is a special type of trout only found in this lake, making it a must try when visiting! Keep in mind, it is much pricier than regular trout, but still affordable (about 15 euros typically in a restaurant).
There is a special type of trout that can only be found in Lake Ohrid!
🍴 Belvedere
This is definitely one of the best places to visit around Lake Ohrid for culinary experiences.
Honestly, we had terrible service, but the food and atmosphere was just perfect. Normally we wouldn’t promote a place with such service, but it’s actually pretty typical in Macedonia unfortunately.
Make sure to get there early or get a reservation, and make sure to order from the grill! We got the pepper steak which was unbelievably tender and tasty.
❣️ Restaurant Sveta Sofia
This was another great restaurant. Centrally located, it has a great ambience, and delicious food. This is where we got the local trout, and found it to be very tasty.
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How Safe is Lake Ohrid in Macedonia?
When we visited Skopje, we had an unfortunate incident where our car was broken into. When we first arrived we were pretty nervous to leave our car again in the streets. However, we spoke with various locals that assured us the area around the lake is very safe.
We do suggest being cautious regardless by keeping your car in a safe place, and watching your belongings at all times. Other than that, Ohrid town always felt very safe to walk around both during the day and at night.
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Other Things to Know About Visiting Lake Ohrid in Macedonia
Now that you know the best places to visit around Lake Ohrid, how to get there, and how to get around, there are a few other things we’re going to touch on. Here are a few other things to keep in mind while visiting Lake Ohrid in Macedonia.
The view of Ohrid Town
☀️ Weather at Lake Ohrid
The weather at Lake Ohrid in Macedonia is known to be the coolest throughout the country. We visited in July and the weather was so much more pleasant than the other areas of the country. It was super sunny and warm during the day (hot enough to swim) and had mild cool nights.
The weather in the summer is full of warm sunny days, and cool nights.
📆 The Best Time to Visit Lake Ohrid in Macedonia
The best time to visit Lake Ohrid in Macedonia is definitely during the summer. This is high season, but we also never felt it to be overwhelmingly busy. If you like smaller crowds then we would suggest coming early June or September.
The summer is the ideal time to visit Lake Ohrid in Macedonia.
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🧳 How to Pack for a Trip to Lake Ohrid in Macedonia
There isn’t too much you need taking a trip to Ohrid Lake in Macedonia. Because there are small beaches scattered around, we would definitely suggest a swimsuit, sunscreen, and tower. Another thing that is super helping is to have water shoes, as the beaches are rocky.
Bring a refillable water bottle, as there are free fountains where you can fill up free water.
As far as footwear goes, you won’t need sneakers for anything really. We stuck to flip flops and sandals the whole time, and had no problem. You might want to bring something nice to wear at nice if you go to one of the fancier restaurants.
🎒 Packing List for Lake Ohrid
- Sunscreen
- Bathing Suits
- Reusable Water Bottle (we use this water bottle from Cafago because it holds the temperature)
- Flip Flops (we personally always get Havaiana flip flops, as they are comfy and long lasting)
- Water Shoes (the beaches have pebbles)
- Zippered Bag or Backpack – take a look at these backpacks for travelers!
- Power Bank (we use Anker power banks, as they are super long lasting and sturdy)
- Drone (You can get epic shots from above. We use the Mavic Mini 4 Pro because it’s super light and has great quality)
- Camera (we use the Sony A7Riii)
- Standard Lens for a dynamic range (we use the Sony GM 24-70)
- Wide Lens to capture great panoramas (we use the Sony GM 14 F1.8)
- Tripod to get pictures while no one is around or for multiple shots from far away (We use the JOBY Rangepod Tripod)
- Action Camera (we use the Insta 360 X3 because it’s small & waterproof)
- Waterproof Phone Pouch (we use the Casemate Waterproof Phone Pouch)
- Travel Adapter (we use Insignia travel adapters as they are affordable and reliable)
- Travel toiletries (our favorites are from Sheer Alternatives because they’re all natural and 100ml)
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🤔 Is Lake Ohrid Worth Visiting?
We absolutely loved Lake Ohrid, and think it is a true hidden gem of the Balkan region. While it’s frequented by Macedonians, it seems that it is still under the radar for mass tourism, and truly a unique place to visit.
⏳ How Many Days Do You Need in Ohrid?
We honestly think a weekend is the perfect amount of time to be able to experience all of the best places to visit around Lake Ohrid.
The top attractions in Lake Ohrid can all be done in a short amount of time, so two nights and 3 days are a sufficient amount of time. However, if you’d like a bit more of a relaxing stay to chill at the beaches, or to visit other nearby attractions, you could easily spend 4 or 5 days at Lake Ohrid.
Lake Ohrid is the perfect weekend getaway.
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0.8)”,”hsl_parent_dependency”:{“h”:210,”s”:0.83,”l”:0.45}}},”gradients”:[]}}]}__CONFIG_colors_palette__ Train Line: our go-to for trains in a ton of different countries __CONFIG_colors_palette__{“active_palette”:0,”config”:{“colors”:{“d127c”:{“name”:”Main Accent”,”parent”:-1},”4d4c5″:{“name”:”Accent Transparent”,”parent”:”d127c”,”lock”:{“lightness”:0,”saturation”:0}}},”gradients”:[]},”palettes”:[{“name”:”Default Palette”,”value”:{“colors”:{“d127c”:{“val”:”rgb(26, 133, 142)”},”4d4c5″:{“val”:”rgba(26, 134, 142, 0.8)”,”hsl_parent_dependency”:{“h”:184,”l”:0.33,”s”:0.69}}},”gradients”:[]},”original”:{“colors”:{“d127c”:{“val”:”rgb(19, 114, 211)”,”hsl”:{“h”:210,”s”:0.83,”l”:0.45}},”4d4c5″:{“val”:”rgba(19, 114, 211, 0.8)”,”hsl_parent_dependency”:{“h”:210,”s”:0.83,”l”:0.45}}},”gradients”:[]}}]}__CONFIG_colors_palette__ Get Your Guide is a site that gathers tours from local tour operators for unique experiences around the world. 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