World by City

Temples & religious sites

Hajdar Pasha Mosque

Open in Maps
Hajdar Pasha Mosque

Hajdar Pasha Mosque

The Hajdar Pasha Mosque is the oldest mosque in Ohrid, North Macedonia. Visitors go here to observe Islamic architecture and learn about the city's Ottoman history. The site is noted for its historical significance and the courtyard where a cypress tree once stood.

Getting There

The mosque is located within the old town area. From the city centre, it is accessible via a short walk through the pedestrian streets. The journey typically takes about 10 to 15 minutes on foot.

Visit Duration

Allow approximately 30 to 60 minutes to view the exterior architecture and explore the courtyard.

When to Visit

Visiting during the morning or late afternoon is recommended to avoid the midday heat during the summer months. As it is a functioning religious site, visitors should avoid visiting during prayer times to respect those worshipping. The area generally remains quiet, though it can see more foot traffic during the peak summer tourist season.

Nearby Attractions

Because of its location in the historic district, this site can be combined with other nearby landmarks:

  • Samuil's Fortress (1km)
  • Church of the Theotokos Pandonos (1.1km)
  • Ancient Theatre of Ohrid (1.2km)
  • Plaošnik (1.2km)

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Tickets & tours

Admission prices and opening hours change often, so we don't list them here. Check what's on sale and at what price below — booking ahead can cut the queue at some places.

This place may not appear in the results — some sites are free to enter or sell tickets only at the gate.

Stays near Hajdar Pasha Mosque

Sorted by distance, walkable ones first. Distances are straight-line.

Map and place data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Hajdar Pasha Mosque Nearby stays

Check prices and availability on the booking sites.

Pick your dates — we'll search Ohrid hotels for you

Choose dates and guests, and the buttons below will open search results with your criteria. Prices differ between sites, so compare before you book.

Hotel membership

Staying at Accor hotels often? ALL Accor+ Explorer

A paid annual membership. It includes two free nights a year across Asia-Pacific, 30% off dining and 15% off drinks, and 15% off stays at more than 4,500 hotels worldwide.

Explore the membership

Good to visit alongside

Samuil's Fortress

Heritage & monuments

Samuil's Fortress

This fortress in Ohrid's old town served as the capital of the First Bulgarian Empire in the early 11th century. After extensive restoration in 2003, it has become one of Ohrid's leading tourist attractions.

1.0 km away

Church of the Theotokos Pandonos

Temples & religious sites

Church of the Theotokos Pandonos

The Church of the Theotokos Pandonos is an Orthodox church in a village near Lake Ohrid. It's one of the sights you'll encounter while exploring Ohrid's trail of lake views and historic churches.

1.1 km away

Ancient Theatre of Ohrid

Culture & venues

Ancient Theatre of Ohrid

This ancient theatre in Ohrid, built around 200 BC, is North Macedonia's only Hellenistic-style theatre. Nestled between two hills, it enjoys a sheltered location that minimizes the effects of wind.

1.2 km away

Plaošnik

Heritage & monuments

Plaošnik

Plaošnik is an archaeological site and place of pilgrimage located 250 meters south of Samuel's Fortress in Ohrid. Restoration work to revive its original appearance is underway, so visitors can also take in the atmosphere of an active excavation site.

1.2 km away

St. Great Martyr Barbara Church

Temples & religious sites

St. Great Martyr Barbara Church

This small, modest Orthodox church sits in an alley between St. Sophia Cathedral and the Roman amphitheater in Ohrid's old town. Though built in the 19th century, a place of worship is said to have stood on this spot even earlier, making it a nice stop while wandering the old city.

1.3 km away

Saint Panteleimon

Temples & religious sites

Saint Panteleimon

St. Clement and Pantheleimon Church is a historic Byzantine-style church believed to be where the Glagolitic alphabet, used to translate the Bible into Old Church Slavonic, was first taught. It is said to have been founded by Clement of Ohrid and stands in the Plaošnik area of Ohrid.

1.3 km away