Church of Saint Sophia, Ohrid

Name: Church of Saint Sophia
Address: Tsar Samoil 88, Ohrid, 6000, North Macedonia
Telephone: +389 46 267 403

#7 among attractions in Ohrid

Church, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place, Unesco

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The Church of Saint Sophia is a church in Ohrid, North Macedonia. The church is one of the most important monuments of North Macedonia, housing architecture and art from the Middle Ages. ()

Local name: Црква „Св. Софија“ - Охрид Completed: IX centuryUnesco: from 1980Architectural style: Byzantine architectureCoordinates: 41°6'44"N, 20°47'42"E

Address

Tsar Samoil 88Ohrid 6000 North Macedonia

Contact

+389 46 267 403

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Day trips

Church of Saint Sophia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Church of Saints Clement and Panteleimon, Church of St. John at Kaneo, Samuel's Fortress, Plaošnik.

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~960 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Historical place
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~340 ftN
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~750 ftN
Church
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~1540 ftNW
41°6'55"N • 20°47'28"E
Samuil's Fortress, Ohrid
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~1300 ftE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Church of Saint Sophia?

Nearby attractions include Institute for Protection of Cultural Monuments and National Museum, Ohrid (2 min walk), Church of St Mary Perivleptos, Ohrid (4 min walk), Classical Amphitheatre, Ohrid (5 min walk), Ancient Theatre of Ohrid, Ohrid (5 min walk).

How to get to Church of Saint Sophia by public transport?

The nearest stations to Church of Saint Sophia:

Bus

Classic Company (13 min walk)
Ohrid Bus Station (32 min walk)