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Ohrid costs $35-60/day for budget travelers. An ancient lake, UNESCO old town, and iconic churches at bargain prices.
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Ohrid Budget Guide
Your Ohrid Budget at a Glance
Ohrid sits on one of Europe’s oldest and deepest lakes, with a UNESCO-listed old town climbing the hillside and ancient churches dotting the shoreline. It’s the Balkans’ answer to the Italian Lakes - at a fraction of the price. Budget travelers can manage on $35-60 per day, mid-range travelers should expect $70-120 per day, and luxury seekers will spend $170+ per day.
Where Your Money Goes
Old town, St. John at Kaneo, and beaches are all free. Samuel’s Fortress costs just $1. Food is cheap including the famous Ohrid trout. Accommodation is affordable even lakeside.
Budget Traveler Tips
Maximize your denars by:
- Exploring free old town and churches
- Swimming at free beaches
- Eating trout for $12-18
- Walking everywhere (it’s small)
- Taking $3 water taxis to distant beaches
Money-Saving Tips
Free Old Town & Churches
UNESCO old town and iconic St. John at Kaneo are free. Spend hours exploring.
Save Free entertainmentFree Lake Beaches
Most beaches are free. Kaneo beach is particularly scenic.
Save $10-15 per dayOhrid Trout Value
Famous fish for $12-18. Same fish costs 3x more in Croatia.
Save $15-20 per mealWalk or Boat
Everything is close. Water taxis to beaches cost $3.
Save $5-10 per dayBest Time to Visit
Prices can vary by 50% depending on the season
Peak Season (More Expensive)
- July - August (summer)
- Ohrid Summer Festival
Low Season (Best Deals)
- November - March
- October
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