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North Macedonia is a fantastic country to visit offering its visitors a great holiday. Trip to Bitola! Short or long, it is truly an incredible destination for a fun filled holiday.
A Bitola blog is all you need to decide amongst the top things to do in Bitola.
Going on a 3 days trip is sufficient to see some of the most interesting places in Bitola. But if you can spare couple of days more that’s even better, you can take the sights more slowly. Let me share with you the best things to do in Bitola and tips to make the most out of your trip.
1. Pelister National Park
Pelister National Park is a nature and animal reserve located not far from Bitola.
The park was formed to protect the invaluable ecosystems and residents living there. Start with the visitor center to help yourself get oriented.
Quick Facts:
- Spread over an area of 171.5 square kilometres, the national park is located in the Baba Mountain massif.
- The national park is located at an elevation of 2,601m.
2. Shirok Sokak
Shirok Sokak is really a lovely walking street in Bitola with so much to offer.
Shirok Sokak has been a pedestrian street for quite some time now.
A natural crowd puller, Shirok Sokak is right up there in the list of best things to do in Bitola.
3. Heraclea Lyncestis
Spread over a large area Heraclea Lyncestis are the ruins of the ancient Rome.
In the attached museum you can see a display of coins & ceramics that the ancient civilization used. As the afternoon could be very harsh, don’t forget to wear a hat and use a good Sun cream.
Address: Bitola 7000, North Macedonia
4. The Clock Tower of Bitola
A historical clock tower standing majestically in Bitola city center.
Quick Facts:
- The Clock Tower of Bitola is also known as Saat Kula.
- The clock tower was opened on 1830.
With so much to offer, no wonder The Clock Tower of Bitola is one of the top things to do in Bitola.
Address: Jorgo Osmano, Bitola 7000, North Macedonia
5. Ciflik Winery
A winery in Bitola with a fantastic facility producing fine quality wine.
A tour of the winery’s vat rooms and cellars is included, as is the walk through the rest of the production facility. And if you want to learn more about winemaking in this region of North Macedonia consider staying at a local guest house.
Address: 2 br.18 Brusnik, Bitola, North Macedonia
6. Yeni Mosque
Yeni Mosque is a modern mosque located in city of Bitola.
The façade of the mosque is decorated quite well with special stones.
Quick Facts:
- Built in 1558, the highlight of the new mosque includes stunningly decorated interiors.
- A marvel of design, it was Kadi Mahmud-efendi who was responsible for building it.
- It is built in a mix of architectural styles namely Islamic architecture, Ottoman architecture.
- The new mosque was opened on 1558.
If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Bitola trip.
Address: Shirok Sokak b.b., Bitola 7000, North Macedonia
7. Bitola Zoo
A compact zoo located in the city of Bitola.
If you get tired you can sit in the on-site cafe and relax.
Quick Facts:
- The small zoo was opened on 1950.
Address: Tumbe Kafe b.b., Bitola 7000, North Macedonia
8. Ishak Çelebi Mosque
Ishak Çelebi Mosque is an impressive islamic religious structure located in Bitola city.
The dome is designed so beautifully that you will have difficulty looking away. The biggest letdown are the limited visiting hours, bummer really!
Quick Facts:
- The mosque is located on the north bank of the River Dragor.
- Easy to get to Ishak Çelebi Mosque is located in the Emir Bey quarter.
- It is built in a mix of architectural styles namely Islamic architecture, Ottoman architecture.
- The mosque was opened on 1506.
Add it to your Bitola trip if you have time.
Address: Boulevard 1st of May b.b., Bitola 7000, North Macedonia
Thanks for reading this travel blog, hope now you know plenty of must see places in Bitola. All in all, whether you are a backpacker, a solo traveler, slow traveler, a female traveler or a couple there are plenty of interesting things to do in Bitola for everyone.
And if you plan it well, these popular tourist attractions in Bitola can be easily covered in a short itinerary. If you have any questions or suggestions on sightseeing in Bitola, I would love to hear them in the comments section below.