Major city · North Macedonia
Stobi
Visit Stobi as a half‑day day‑trip from Kavadarci or Veles; no overnight stay needed.
Stobi is a large Roman‑era archaeological site in the Povardarie region. It is reachable by car, taxi or train and can be explored in 3–4 hours, making it a day‑trip rather than a base.
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- Currency
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- Best months
- Sep
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Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovin…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Balkans ↗Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovina and in pockets of Croatia's former front line: outside towns keep to tarmac and waymarked paths, and treat red triangle signs and taped-off fields as absolute.
- Balkans ↗Serbia refuses onward entry to travellers who reached Kosovo from a third country and then try to cross straight into Serbia; route Kosovo–Serbia legs through North Macedonia or Montenegro, or start the loop in Serbia.
- Balkans ↗Hire cars need written permission from the rental company and valid insurance for every country on the line; Kosovo sells its own border insurance and some contracts exclude Albania, Kosovo or Bosnia outright.
- North Macedonia ↗North Macedonia is outside the EU and Schengen area and sets its own entry rules; check the official requirements for your passport.
- North Macedonia ↗Foreign visitors must be registered with the police within a short time of arrival; hotels do it for you, but in private rentals ask your host to confirm.
- North Macedonia ↗Lake Ohrid is a protected UNESCO area: follow rules on boats, swimming zones and litter.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Stobi112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Stobi, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Macedonian denar (MKD).North Macedonia-wide
- SIM or eSIMA1 and Makedonski Telekom sell prepaid SIMs in shops and kiosks; bring your passport to register.North Macedonia-wide
- Tap waterTap water is generally safe in towns; bottled water is cheap if you prefer it.North Macedonia-wide
- TippingRestaurant: About 10% for good service.North Macedonia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.North Macedonia-wide
- SafetyStobi is safe for visitors; main risks are traffic on the highway and occasional pickpocketing in larger towns – keep valuables secure.
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- RestroomsCafés and restaurants let customers use toilets; public toilets are few and sometimes paid (MKD 20–30).North Macedonia-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 193 fire · 194 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums often close on Monday; Ohrid churches keep shorter hours in winter.North Macedonia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportSKP Skopje International Airport (Bus or taxi about 1 h to Stobi).
- Getting aroundCar or taxi from the A‑1/E‑75 highway (500–750 denars); train stops at Stobi or Gradsko stations; walk the site from the parking area.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SKP Skopje International Airport (Bus or taxi about 1 h to Stobi)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Feb
not flagged
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Mar
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13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Apr
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
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23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Oct
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Nov
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Dec
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7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C) low), wettest Jan (9 rain days), driest Jul (3). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Stobi: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
9 rd
Feb
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
8 rd
Mar
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
7 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
6 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
4 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
3 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
4 rd
Sep
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6 rd
Oct
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Nov
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
9 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car or taxi from the A‑1/E‑75 highway (500–750 denars); train stops at Stobi or Gradsko stations; walk the site from the parking area.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Veles
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Taxi north 30 km (19 mi), about 30 min; or regional bus from KavadarciTaxi north 19 mi (30 km), about 30 min; or regional bus from Kavadarci
Veles offers a historic bazaar and river walk; good for lunch after Stobi.
Kavadarci
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Car or taxi south 20 km (12 mi), ~20 min; also train to Gradsko then busCar or taxi south 12 mi (20 km), ~20 min; also train to Gradsko then bus
Base for accommodation and the Stobi Winery.
Gradsko railway station
goDoor to door: ≈10 min from train
Train stops at Gradsko, 5 min walk to site parking
Cheapest arrival option; check schedule (check).
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Kavadarci
Closest town with hotels, ~20 km (12 mi) southClosest town with hotels, ~12 mi (20 km) south
Veles
Larger city ~30 km (19 mi) north, offers budget optionsLarger city ~19 mi (30 km) north, offers budget options
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- MKD 1,200–2,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- MKD 2,000–3,500 excl. bed
- High
- MKD 3,500+ excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Stobi site entry (adult) | 120 denars |
| Taxi from Veles | 500–750 denars |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Opening hours: 08:30‑20:00 Apr‑Sep, 08:30‑16:30 Oct‑MarOpening hours: 8:30 AM‑8:00 PM Apr‑Sep, 8:30 AM‑4:30 PM Oct‑Mar
- Entry fee: 120 denars adult, 50 denars student/senior, free under 6 (check for updates)
- Taxi price varies 500‑750 denars depending on origin
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire
- 193
- Ambulance
- 194
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До оваа адреса, ве моламTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Fire193
- Ambulance194
Embassy
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taxi Veles → Stobi: about 500–750 denars, 30 min (check)
- Train Skopje → Stobi: around 200 denars, 1 h 15 min (check schedule)
Say or show
- Колку е билетот? — How much is the ticket? (Kolku e biletot?)
- Каде е влезот? — Where is the entrance? (Kade e vlezot?)
Check opening hours and entry fee before arrival.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Stobi. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Sep · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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