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Kafana Toto

Classic balkan kafana

Kafana Toto in Skopje has served classics with consistent quality for over 30 years. Enjoy their juicy burgers, seasonal meze, and a warm, familiar vibe.

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Chris

Peno

Oct 21, 2025

Bitpazar

All that marketplace jazz

"Bitpazar" in Skopje offers the ultimate local experience: the marketplace. This place has it all: from wigs, to sunglasses, to baklava pans...

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Shopping

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Jana

Sokolovska

Oct 18, 2025

Fitness & Spa PARK - Hotel

No pain no gain

"Fitness & Spa PARK - Hotel" in Skopje is my ideal place to burn some calories or put on some muscles!

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Boban

Talevski

Oct 18, 2025

Kapan An

Step into the 15th century

"Kapan An" has existed since the 15th century, serving Skopje guests, traders and caravans. Today it's a cultural monument but also a restaurant & club...

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Art & culture
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Coffee & tea

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Jana

Sokolovska

Oct 18, 2025

Pizzeria 511

Pizzas of the Skopje variety

"Pizzeria 511" in Skopje serves pizza like we have it around here, with specific character. I have many childhood memories from this place...

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Jana

Sokolovska

Oct 18, 2025

Izzi Cafe

Amazing simplicity

"Izzi Cafe" is easily one of my favorite spots in Skopje. It may seem like a regular cafe, but once you have the first coffee there, you'll know...

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Coffee & tea

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Jana

Sokolovska

Oct 18, 2025

The Park In Kapishtec

Joggers and puppies

There is a small park in Skopje's Kapishtec. I don't think it has a name, but I know at least 10 people who jog there every day. I see parkour fans going..

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Relaxing

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Jana

Sokolovska

Oct 18, 2025

K8

The original American bakery in Skopje

"K8" is an original American bakery in Skopje. I love it because it always has something new to offer, apart from the regular muffin or brownie...

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Coffee & tea
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Snacks

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Jana

Sokolovska

Oct 18, 2025

Bruklinski JAZZ Bistro

Jazz and the city

"Bruklinski JAZZ Bistro" in the very center of Skopje has its regular clientele and mighty vocals. It's a great bar to go by yourself, as I often do...

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Bars
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Music
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Snacks

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Jana

Sokolovska

Oct 18, 2025

Dramski Kafe Bar

Drinks after a good play

"Dramski Kafe Bar" is located in of the oldest theaters in Skopje. Inside, you will find this cafe/bar, where the actors and directors are regulars, and...

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Coffee & tea

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Jana

Sokolovska

Oct 18, 2025

Kotur

Cinema, shows & cocktails

"Kotur" in Skopje, right in the middle of the urban jungle, is a place where you can find good art, movies, talks - a favorite among many local art lovers!

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Cinema
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Music

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Gordana

Manasijeska

Oct 15, 2025

Bunker Comic Store

Comics in town

"Bunker Comic Store" in Skopje a comics-only bookshop. I love when I am surrounded by all that art, looking for comics by the great masters like Hugo Prat.

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Shopping

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Gordana

Manasijeska

Oct 15, 2025

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