Skopje is the capital of North Macedonia, home to around 474,889 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Marko's Castle
May Opera Evenings
Local favourites
Pelister
Large central restaurant and café with a broad international menu, desserts, cocktails and one of the busiest terraces in the city centre.
Restaurant Old House
Built in 1836, this is considered the oldest traditional house in Macedonia still in active use. Protected as a cultural monument by the Bur
Dropstop Gastrobar
Modern wine-focused gastrobar specializing in Macedonian wines, charcuterie and tasting menus with wine pairings. Located inside a modernist
Amigos Mexican Restaurant & Bar
Long-running Mexican restaurant and cocktail bar with colorful interior, fajitas, burgers and large outdoor seating area.
Restaurant Skopski Merak
Classic Macedonian restaurant with live music, grilled meats and extensive local wine selection. One of the best-known traditional restauran
Gostilnica DM
Popular modern Macedonian restaurant in Debar Maalo known for grilled dishes, tavern-style food and lively evening atmosphere.