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Skopje is one of the world’s most Brutalist cities.
On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll find out how the city was rebuilt after a devastating 1963 earthquake that leveled 80 percent of the city, with reconstruction led by Japanese architect Kenzo Tange. You’ll get a sense of the bold architectural legacy of socialist Yugoslavia, and hear how international solidarity transformed North Macedonia’s capital into a showcase of modernist design.
The tour starts at the Old Railway Station, whose clock stopped at exactly the time the earthquake struck. As you walk, you’ll encounter striking examples of Brutalist and modernist architecture, from the telecommunications center to cultural institutions that blend folk elements with cutting-edge design. You’ll also see how the controversial Skopje 2014 redevelopment project transformed the city with faux neoclassical facades.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This tour starts opposite the Museum of the City of Skopje. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
The tour ends at the Alexander the Great Statue.
Itinerary
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Museum City of Skopje (Pass by)
You’ll pass by the Museum of the City of Skopje, housed in the remains of the old railway station and known for its exhibitions on the city’s history. Please note that admission to the museum is not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
You’ll pass by the Macedonian Opera and Ballet (MOB), a striking cultural landmark along the Vardar River and a key venue for opera and ballet in Skopje. Please note that entry to the building or attendance at performances is not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
You’ll pass by the Macedonian Academy of Sciences and Arts (MASA), an important national institution dedicated to the advancement of science, arts, and culture in North Macedonia. Please note that entry to the building is not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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