As menacing as the Bay of Bones sounds, the replicated floating village is far from it. While once an ancient settlement, its current state is a perfect combination of beauty and history.
It’s located on the incredible Lake Ohrid and shows you a glimpse of what life was like so many years ago. You’ll have the chance to see model prehistoric homes, primitive tools, and (of course) broken bones.
THE BAY OF BONES MUSEUM
The series of homes and buildings that you’ll see now, are all part of a museum. The entry fee is 100 MKD (about 2 USD) and allows you to explore the village and the museum. The goal of the museum is to recreate a portion of the original settlement that dates back 3000 years.
This was back when the lake was much shallower and the safety of floating homes was much needed. You’ll also have the chance to see some of the materials excavated from the original archaeological site.
SOME OTHER ACTIVITIES AROUND LAKE OHRID
A trip to see the alluring yellow homes is far from time consuming, making it a perfect place to add to a full day itinerary. It’s location is ideal for taking a detour on the way to Sveti Naum Monastery.
Roads connect to the Bay of Bones and boats must pass it on the way towards the monastery. It’s also close to hiking spots in Galicica National Park and on the way to Lake Prespa.
However, if you’re looking to stay in the waters, there’s some options as well. The crystal clear bay around the underwater archaeological site makes scuba diving a treat. In Ohrid you can find a diving center (Amfora) offering different excursions under the lake. There is also an awesome post here if you want to see some cool photos and tips about the dive site.
How to get to the Bay of Bones?
My personal suggestion is to take a boat to the Bay of Bones. You can either hop on a taxi boat or join one of the Lake Ohrid cruise boats. Normally these include a trip to Sveti Naum Monastery too. Prices start from 10 euros.
The other way to get to the museum is by road. It’s located around 10 miles from Ohrid and driving is straight forward. Getting a taxi to take you there is quite easy, but expect to pay a similar price to a boat trip.
The road you take is P1301/P501.
I’ve found online that buses head to the Bay of Bones, however when I was in Ohrid they weren’t running. It’s worth asking your accommodation though, as prices are said to be around 1 USD.
When you find yourself in Ohrid, don’t forget to stop by at the Bay of Bones. Its uniqueness and captivating history make it a truly special destination.
