Iglesia de San Juan en Kaneo
A small 13th-century Byzantine church on a cliff above the lake; Ohrid's best-known image.
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Ohrid: airports, things to do and where to stay
Ohrid is a town on the shore of the lake of the same name, one of the oldest lakes in Europe. Its old town, Byzantine churches and fortress are part of a World Heritage site.
Ohrid airports
From the airport to central Ohrid
Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle airport is about 8 km from central Ohrid.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal. Ohrid is about 10 km away, a ride of around 15 min. Transfers can also be booked in advance.
Ohrid
Things to do in Ohrid
Fortaleza de Samuel
A medieval fortress on the hill, with long walls and towers and views over the town and the lake.
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Teatro antiguo
A theatre from the Hellenistic period on the hillside, still used for concerts and shows in summer.
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Plaošnik
An archaeological and religious site with the remains of early basilicas and a church dedicated to St Clement and St Panteleimon.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Ohrid?
Ohrid is served by Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle (OHD).
How far is the airport from central Ohrid?
Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle airport is about 8 km from central Ohrid.
How do I get from the airport to central Ohrid?
From Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Ohrid?
Highlights of Ohrid include Iglesia de San Juan en Kaneo, Fortaleza de Samuel, Teatro antiguo, and Plaošnik.
Photo credits
- Iglesia de San Juan en Kaneo: kallerna, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Fortaleza de Samuel: kallerna, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Teatro antiguo: kallerna, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Plaošnik: Krzysztof Dudzik-Górnicki (User:ToSter), CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons