Local’s Hidden Gem: The Roma-Run Market of Shuto Orizari (Shutka)

Traveling to Šutka, roughly 5 kilometers from Skopje’s city center, either by car or bus (route 19), is deemed a worthwhile endeavor by the locals.

If you wish to shop like locals in Skopje often do, a visit to the open-air market in the Romani neighborhood of Shuto Orizari (or Shutka for short) is highly recommended.

 At the stalls of this bustling market, modernly named Europe Shopping Mall, you will find a plethora of goods at remarkably affordable prices, predominantly sourced from China and India.

While you might not encounter the plush amenities of upscale shopping centers – such as elegantly furnished changing rooms and toilets – the lively atmosphere and vivid hues of this dynamic market are sure to linger in your memory.

Here, you’ll find a myriad of clothing options, footwear, handbags, wallets, and accessories, often from the same reputable brands and of comparable quality to those found in Skopje’s modern shopping malls, yet at significantly reduced prices.

Traveling to Shutka, roughly 5 kilometers from Skopje’s city center, either by car or bus (bus no. 19), is deemed a worthwhile endeavor by the locals.