Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport: where to stay, areas and…

Ohrid airport is about 9 km north of the historic centre overlooking the lake: there is no scheduled bus to town, so a taxi (about 15 minutes, 12 euros) is practically the only way to reach downtown. Since there is no settlement around the terminal, the choice almost always comes down to the old town on the lake, a UNESCO site for both its architecture and the lake itself, where the best addresses for those wanting a water view are concentrated.

Old town and lakefront

City centre · About 9 km from the terminal, 15 minutes by taxi; there are no scheduled buses to the airport, only taxis or a rental car.

Best for: Those who want the lakefront, the Church of Saint Sophia and the ancient theatre within walking distance, accepting 15 minutes by taxi from the airport.

Pros

The Church of Saint Sophia and the ancient theatre reachable on foot from the lakefront addresses
Several apartments have direct access to a private beach on the lake

Cons

No bus to the airport: every transfer requires a taxi or a private transfer
In high season the streets of the old town get very crowded during the day

Recommended hotels in this area

'By the Lake' Apartments: On Ilindenska, in the heart of the old town, with direct access to the lake and a private beach; the Church of Saint Sophia and the ancient theatre are a few minutes on foot.
AGH Elite Apartments & Studios: 9 km from the terminal and a few minutes on foot from the old town and Saraiste beach; mountain views more than lake views, despite the central position.

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