sophisticated suites add balconies; some include fireplaces, kitchens and terraces with city views. there's a lush garden, an outdoor pool and sauna, plus bike rentals and an airport shuttle (fee). check-out time: 11:00 am. breakfast and secured parking are complimentary. set 2 km from skopje station, this polished hotel is a 14-minute walk from the memorial house of mother teresa and 15 minutes' walk from porta macedonia, a towering marble arch with a roof deck. refined rooms with warm decor offer free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and minifridges, plus tea and coffeemaking equipment Skopje International Airport 27 min
Museum of the City of Skopje (10 min) Housed in a former railway station, this museum features exhibitions on the city's history. Museum of Contemporary Art (9 min) Bright, airy museum housing modern & contemporary works by Macedonian & international artists. Vodno (54 min) 1,066-m. mountain featuring hiking, churches, the Millennium Cross, the Prskalo waterfall & more. Skopje Zoo (10 min) Founded in 1926, the 12-hectare zoo houses many animal species, an educational center & a play area. Old Bazaar (7 min) Vibrant old bazaar built in Ottoman architectural style, with mosques, markets, shops and cafes. Museum of Macedonia (9 min) National museum dedicated to the archeological, ethnological & historic heritage of Macedonia. Macedonia Square (17 min) Scenic, well-visited main square with statues & a large fountain with nearby shops & restaurants. Lake Matka (33 min) Man-made lake in a scenic canyon, stocked for fishing & with an underwater cave. Mustafa Pasha's Mosque (8 min) Renovated 15th-century mosque with historic architecture, a rose garden & a tomb. St. Panteleimon (27 min) Compact, Byzantine-era church dating to 1164, known for its colorful medieval frescoes. Skopje Fortress (7 min) Remains of a 6th-century hilltop stone fortress, offering panoramic views of the city & river. Canyon Matka (33 min) Picturesque gorge with medieval monasteries, also offering boating, hiking & cave exploration. Millenium Cross (54 min) Memorial cross on top of a mountain accessible by cable car, with picturesque views of city below. Stone Bridge (17 min) Built in the 15th century, this stone, arched bridge is a prominent symbol of the country's capital. Memorial House Mother Teresa (13 min) Museum dedicated to a renowned Catholic nun, with an eclectic design & a striking, modern chapel. |