Belgrade
Sightseeing
This fortress, constructed all throughout the 1st to the 18th century, with the aim of being a strategic place for defence on the hill above the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, today represents an outdoor museum. The Pobednik Monument (The Victor) which is the symbol of Belgrade, is the focal point of the entire area which is made up of the Belgrade fortress, divided into the Upper and Lower town, and Kalemegdan park.
Don’t miss out on seeing the Roman Well, the Great Gunpowder Warehouse, the Military Bunker and the Clock Tower on your walk. Take a look at the numerous exhibitions in the Military Museum, the Nebojša Tower and the Museum of Natural History. The Great Kalemegdan Staircase will bring you to a place with a breath-taking view over the Sava and Danube confluence, of Novi Beograd and Zemun. Down the landscaped path you can see many sculptures from the turn of the 20th century, erected in honor of writers, composers, and other public figures.
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Belgrade Fortress
This fortress, constructed all throughout the 1st to the 18th century, with the aim of being a strategic place for defence on the hill above the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, today represents an outdoor museum. The Pobednik Monument (The Victor) which is the symbol of Belgrade, is the focal point of the entire area which is made up of the Belgrade fortress, divided into the Upper and Lower town, and Kalemegdan park.
Don’t miss out on seeing the Roman Well, the Great Gunpowder Warehouse, the Military Bunker and the Clock Tower on your walk. Take a look at the numerous exhibitions in the Military Museum, the Nebojša Tower and the Museum of Natural History. The Great Kalemegdan Staircase will bring you to a place with a breath-taking view over the Sava and Danube confluence, of Novi Beograd and Zemun. Down the landscaped path you can see many sculptures from the turn of the 20th century, erected in honor of writers, composers, and other public figures.
You will see the monumental structure of St. Sava Church from whatever side you approach the center of Belgrade. It was erected on Vračar hill and it is one of the largest orthodox churches in the world. It was built where, according to legend, the remains of St. Sava, the most significant Serbian saint, the first archbishop and founder of the Serbian Orthodox Church from the 13th century, were burned during the Turkish rule.
The monument to Karađorđe dominates in front of the Church, as does the building of the National Library of Serbia, with the most extensive book collection in the Balkans. The magnificent fountain in front of the Church provides the space with a special charm and it is the favorite meeting place of the citizens and visitors of Belgrade.
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Temple of Saint Sava
2a KrušedolskaYou will see the monumental structure of St. Sava Church from whatever side you approach the center of Belgrade. It was erected on Vračar hill and it is one of the largest orthodox churches in the world. It was built where, according to legend, the remains of St. Sava, the most significant Serbian saint, the first archbishop and founder of the Serbian Orthodox Church from the 13th century, were burned during the Turkish rule.
The monument to Karađorđe dominates in front of the Church, as does the building of the National Library of Serbia, with the most extensive book collection in the Balkans. The magnificent fountain in front of the Church provides the space with a special charm and it is the favorite meeting place of the citizens and visitors of Belgrade.
Even though there’s no gateway coming up to Skadarlija, when you enter this street from the hustle and bustle of busy Belgrade, it’s as if the gates from a past time open and lead you into this corner where you can feel the historical atmosphere. Belgrade citizens and guests alike excitedly come to spend their nights in this cobblestoned street with the aim to experience the essence of a past time. Skadarlija became a bohemian part of the city at the turn of the 20th century when actors, writers and painters moved to there, and the taverns of Skadarlija became the gathering places of the most famous individuals who were part of Belgrade culture.
The house where the well-known Serbian writer and painter Đura Jakšić spent his life was turned into a meeting point for poets during their nights in Skadarlija. This Belgrade quarter is compared to the Montmartre in Paris in terms of the appearance and the cheerful arty atmosphere. In present day restaurants of Skadarlija besides traditional specialties, the sounds of urban traditional folk music and the greetings you will receive from the lady of Skadarlija will help you experience the atmosphere of the bohemian Belgrade from the past.
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Skadarlija
24 SkadarskaEven though there’s no gateway coming up to Skadarlija, when you enter this street from the hustle and bustle of busy Belgrade, it’s as if the gates from a past time open and lead you into this corner where you can feel the historical atmosphere. Belgrade citizens and guests alike excitedly come to spend their nights in this cobblestoned street with the aim to experience the essence of a past time. Skadarlija became a bohemian part of the city at the turn of the 20th century when actors, writers and painters moved to there, and the taverns of Skadarlija became the gathering places of the most famous individuals who were part of Belgrade culture.
The house where the well-known Serbian writer and painter Đura Jakšić spent his life was turned into a meeting point for poets during their nights in Skadarlija. This Belgrade quarter is compared to the Montmartre in Paris in terms of the appearance and the cheerful arty atmosphere. In present day restaurants of Skadarlija besides traditional specialties, the sounds of urban traditional folk music and the greetings you will receive from the lady of Skadarlija will help you experience the atmosphere of the bohemian Belgrade from the past.
This favorite spot for an outing in Belgrade offers the opportunity for rest and recreation throughout the year. The Avala Tower, erected as a replica of the old one from 1965, also with a telecommunications function, dominates Avala, one of the symbols of the city. It is a real pleasure to climb in one of the two elevators to the top of this tallest structure in the Balkans and look at the entire city and its surroundings from the cafe Panorama.
Within the tower complex there are some new touristic activities on offer: equipped children’s playground for the youngest visitors, a multifunctional sports field and open-air fitness equipment. The curious ones should visit the museum exhibit of cordless phones. In the end we suggest that you rest and refresh in the shades of the cafes on Avala.
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Avala
This favorite spot for an outing in Belgrade offers the opportunity for rest and recreation throughout the year. The Avala Tower, erected as a replica of the old one from 1965, also with a telecommunications function, dominates Avala, one of the symbols of the city. It is a real pleasure to climb in one of the two elevators to the top of this tallest structure in the Balkans and look at the entire city and its surroundings from the cafe Panorama.
Within the tower complex there are some new touristic activities on offer: equipped children’s playground for the youngest visitors, a multifunctional sports field and open-air fitness equipment. The curious ones should visit the museum exhibit of cordless phones. In the end we suggest that you rest and refresh in the shades of the cafes on Avala.
In the oldest Belgrade park in the Topčider river valley, besides exuberant greenery you can also see Belgrade’s rich history. You can enjoy the greenery, peacefulness and preserved nature located just a few kilometers away from the city center.
The main site of the park is the Residence of Prince Miloš, which combines the Balkan and oriental style, with authentic furniture and portraits of significant figures throughout the 19th century, bringing back memories from the time when Prince Miloš Obrenović lived there. Today this historical building, which treasures the authenticity from the time when the Obrenović family lived there, can be visited any day of the week. One of the oldest and most beautiful plane trees in the whole of Europe can be found in front of this building. It is officially protected, being claimed as a natural rarity (about 180 years old). The tree was planted at the time when the building was being constructed and its circumference amounts to almost around 7.5 meters.
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Topcider Park
Bulevar vojvode MišićaIn the oldest Belgrade park in the Topčider river valley, besides exuberant greenery you can also see Belgrade’s rich history. You can enjoy the greenery, peacefulness and preserved nature located just a few kilometers away from the city center.
The main site of the park is the Residence of Prince Miloš, which combines the Balkan and oriental style, with authentic furniture and portraits of significant figures throughout the 19th century, bringing back memories from the time when Prince Miloš Obrenović lived there. Today this historical building, which treasures the authenticity from the time when the Obrenović family lived there, can be visited any day of the week. One of the oldest and most beautiful plane trees in the whole of Europe can be found in front of this building. It is officially protected, being claimed as a natural rarity (about 180 years old). The tree was planted at the time when the building was being constructed and its circumference amounts to almost around 7.5 meters.
Now officially one of the three most beautiful city islands in the world, Ada on the Sava river, connected with the right bank by two isthmuses creating Sava lake in the process, is the most visited swimming place and playground in Belgrade.
This green oasis near the center of Belgrade, known as the “Belgrade sea”, is surrounded by forest, countless cafes, restaurants, cycling tracks and sports fields, and it is lively throughout the year. Walk the round path around the lake even during winter, visit the open ice rink, and then warm up with a hot beverage in one of many cafes and restaurants.
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Ada Ciganlija
Now officially one of the three most beautiful city islands in the world, Ada on the Sava river, connected with the right bank by two isthmuses creating Sava lake in the process, is the most visited swimming place and playground in Belgrade.
This green oasis near the center of Belgrade, known as the “Belgrade sea”, is surrounded by forest, countless cafes, restaurants, cycling tracks and sports fields, and it is lively throughout the year. Walk the round path around the lake even during winter, visit the open ice rink, and then warm up with a hot beverage in one of many cafes and restaurants.
City/town information
The symbol of Zemun is the Millennium Tower on Gardoš Hill, located in the central part of the oldest preserved fortress from the 14th century. The Tower, widely known as the Tower of Janos Hunyadi, is open for visitors every day. The most interesting part of the Tower is the balcony with a viewpoint from which you can enjoy the panoramic view of the city during bright winter days.
Old Zemun attracts many visitors with its narrow streets and old buildings from the period of Austro-Hungarian rule, traditionally hospitable people, authentic cuisine and cozy atmosphere in its restaurants. We suggest you take a walk during the day on the always crowded Zemun promenade, along the Danube bank, where you can relax, as well as taste fish specialties and have a good time listening to urban traditional folk music.
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Zemun
17 Masarikov trgThe symbol of Zemun is the Millennium Tower on Gardoš Hill, located in the central part of the oldest preserved fortress from the 14th century. The Tower, widely known as the Tower of Janos Hunyadi, is open for visitors every day. The most interesting part of the Tower is the balcony with a viewpoint from which you can enjoy the panoramic view of the city during bright winter days.
Old Zemun attracts many visitors with its narrow streets and old buildings from the period of Austro-Hungarian rule, traditionally hospitable people, authentic cuisine and cozy atmosphere in its restaurants. We suggest you take a walk during the day on the always crowded Zemun promenade, along the Danube bank, where you can relax, as well as taste fish specialties and have a good time listening to urban traditional folk music.
Museums
This institution is the oldest museum in the country and was founded in 1844. The project was initiated by the Serbian novelist Jovan Sterija Popović, and since 1952, the museum has been at the present location, in an edifice built in 1903. The architects Nikola Nestorović and Andra Stevanović are the authors of this project. The Museum houses prehistoric collections as well as those from the Classical period, collections of medieval culture and art, collections of paintings from the period between the 18th and the 20th centuries, collections of art pieces by foreign artists and an abundant numismatic collection.
The most valuable exhibit in the National Museum is Miroslav Gospel – the oldest and the most invaluable manuscript written in the Cyrillic script, written around 1190, at the request of Miroslav of Hum, according to the inscription on the last page. The text of this religious manuscript was written by a quill and contains 296 miniature illustrations, also drawn by a quill, and then colored in with a paint brush, using the red, green, yellow and white paint, and then gilded. Miroslav Gospel, as the most valuable monument of Serbian culture, has been officially named the most beautiful manuscript written in the Cyrillic script, and was recorded in the UNESCO’S Memory of the World Register.
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Belgrade City Museum
40b ResavskaThis institution is the oldest museum in the country and was founded in 1844. The project was initiated by the Serbian novelist Jovan Sterija Popović, and since 1952, the museum has been at the present location, in an edifice built in 1903. The architects Nikola Nestorović and Andra Stevanović are the authors of this project. The Museum houses prehistoric collections as well as those from the Classical period, collections of medieval culture and art, collections of paintings from the period between the 18th and the 20th centuries, collections of art pieces by foreign artists and an abundant numismatic collection.
The most valuable exhibit in the National Museum is Miroslav Gospel – the oldest and the most invaluable manuscript written in the Cyrillic script, written around 1190, at the request of Miroslav of Hum, according to the inscription on the last page. The text of this religious manuscript was written by a quill and contains 296 miniature illustrations, also drawn by a quill, and then colored in with a paint brush, using the red, green, yellow and white paint, and then gilded. Miroslav Gospel, as the most valuable monument of Serbian culture, has been officially named the most beautiful manuscript written in the Cyrillic script, and was recorded in the UNESCO’S Memory of the World Register.
This Museum was founded in 1958 and is located in a building in Novi Beograd, very close to the confluence of the Sava and Danube Rivers. The unique design of the building resembles a crystal. The Museum houses a vast collection of works by Yugoslav painters, sculptors and graphic artists from the 20th century, divided into three periods. The first period, from 1900 to 1918, encompasses the Impressionist era, the second period, from 1918 to 1941, is represented through the works of different art schools, and the third period, from 1945 until today, boasts the largest number of artists and reflects the most diverse art movements.
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Museum of Contemporary Art
10 UšćeThis Museum was founded in 1958 and is located in a building in Novi Beograd, very close to the confluence of the Sava and Danube Rivers. The unique design of the building resembles a crystal. The Museum houses a vast collection of works by Yugoslav painters, sculptors and graphic artists from the 20th century, divided into three periods. The first period, from 1900 to 1918, encompasses the Impressionist era, the second period, from 1918 to 1941, is represented through the works of different art schools, and the third period, from 1945 until today, boasts the largest number of artists and reflects the most diverse art movements.
The Military Museum in Belgrade is part of the Belgrade Fortress, located in a building built in 1924 for the purposes of the Military-Geographic Institute. The permanent exhibition encompasses all historical periods and the events from the national history and culture. The exhibited items range from various types of weapons, military attire, flags, decorations, photographs and artworks, to authentic personal belongings of historical figures. Cannons from the 18th and 19th centuries, heavy artillery from the First and Second World Wars, anti-aircraft and naval artillery, partisan boats, etc. are especially attractive to visitors and are exhibited in the area around the Museum.
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Belgrad Military Museum
Carigradski drumThe Military Museum in Belgrade is part of the Belgrade Fortress, located in a building built in 1924 for the purposes of the Military-Geographic Institute. The permanent exhibition encompasses all historical periods and the events from the national history and culture. The exhibited items range from various types of weapons, military attire, flags, decorations, photographs and artworks, to authentic personal belongings of historical figures. Cannons from the 18th and 19th centuries, heavy artillery from the First and Second World Wars, anti-aircraft and naval artillery, partisan boats, etc. are especially attractive to visitors and are exhibited in the area around the Museum.
The Historical Museum of Serbia collects preserves and exhibits collections that chronicle the history of the Serbian people. The collections of the Historical Museum of Serbia are available to the public in two locations: in the Museum Gallery on Nikola Pašić Square and the Residence of Prince Miloš in Topčider.
The building on Nikola Pašić Square was built as a palace for the privileged Agrarian Bank in the period from 1932 to 1934. Due to its impressive and opulent design, this edifice represents one of the most valuable projects in architecture in the period between the two world wars.
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Historical Museum of Serbia
11 Trg Nikole PašićaThe Historical Museum of Serbia collects preserves and exhibits collections that chronicle the history of the Serbian people. The collections of the Historical Museum of Serbia are available to the public in two locations: in the Museum Gallery on Nikola Pašić Square and the Residence of Prince Miloš in Topčider.
The building on Nikola Pašić Square was built as a palace for the privileged Agrarian Bank in the period from 1932 to 1934. Due to its impressive and opulent design, this edifice represents one of the most valuable projects in architecture in the period between the two world wars.
Sports
This stadium, once called JNA stadium, was officially opened in October 1949, when the first match between Yugoslavia and France (1:1) took place in the qualifications for the World Championship. Partizan stadium was renovated in 1998 and has 32,710 seats.
Facilities: 2 grass pitches, an athletics track, 17 tennis courts, a boxing ring and a shooting and martial arts hall, a gym, a medical center, a press center and a restaurant.
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Partizan Stadium
1 HumskaThis stadium, once called JNA stadium, was officially opened in October 1949, when the first match between Yugoslavia and France (1:1) took place in the qualifications for the World Championship. Partizan stadium was renovated in 1998 and has 32,710 seats.
Facilities: 2 grass pitches, an athletics track, 17 tennis courts, a boxing ring and a shooting and martial arts hall, a gym, a medical center, a press center and a restaurant.
Belgrade Arena is the largest sports hall in Belgrade with a universal hall for all sports events: basketball, handball, volleyball, tennis and athletics. When needed, it can be turned into an ice hall, hall for cultural events, as well as for concerts. Total surface area of the hall is 48,000 m2 and it has between 20,000 and 25,000 seats for visitors and the state-of-the-art equipment for all scheduled events.
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Stark Arena
58 Bulevar Arsenija ČarnojevicaBelgrade Arena is the largest sports hall in Belgrade with a universal hall for all sports events: basketball, handball, volleyball, tennis and athletics. When needed, it can be turned into an ice hall, hall for cultural events, as well as for concerts. Total surface area of the hall is 48,000 m2 and it has between 20,000 and 25,000 seats for visitors and the state-of-the-art equipment for all scheduled events.
At the island on river Sava you can find football complex, futsal, basketball, volleyball, baseball and rugby courts, tennis complex, golf court as well as the 11km long bicycle and roller skate path. There’s also a fitness trail, trim park, yoga park and mini golf court. One part is reserved for people with disabilities.
At the Sava Lake you can, of course, swim, row, play water polo and other ball sports, go down the slides, on pedal boat rides, fish from the specially designed platforms... But if you prefer increased adrenaline levels, you should consider water skiing with the help of a special cableway; try bungee jumping or extreme climbing on an artificial rock.
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Ada Ciganlija
At the island on river Sava you can find football complex, futsal, basketball, volleyball, baseball and rugby courts, tennis complex, golf court as well as the 11km long bicycle and roller skate path. There’s also a fitness trail, trim park, yoga park and mini golf court. One part is reserved for people with disabilities.
At the Sava Lake you can, of course, swim, row, play water polo and other ball sports, go down the slides, on pedal boat rides, fish from the specially designed platforms... But if you prefer increased adrenaline levels, you should consider water skiing with the help of a special cableway; try bungee jumping or extreme climbing on an artificial rock.
Green Markets
The biggest and most popular green market in the city, Kalenić is located in Vračar not too far from the Church of Saint Sava. The market is a maze of stalls in a blaze of colourful fruit and vegetables, a little world within a world within the city. It isn’t simply for food, of course, as everything from clothes hangers to tea to shoes can be found, provided you are patient enough to find it.
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Farmers’ Market Kalenić
NjegoševaThe biggest and most popular green market in the city, Kalenić is located in Vračar not too far from the Church of Saint Sava. The market is a maze of stalls in a blaze of colourful fruit and vegetables, a little world within a world within the city. It isn’t simply for food, of course, as everything from clothes hangers to tea to shoes can be found, provided you are patient enough to find it.
At the very end of Skadarlija lies Bajloni market, the produce provider for Dorćol and the surrounding area. The usual hodgepodge of goods is available here and you’ll find as much vintage headwear as you will apples and pears. The market is actually divided into a number of parts but visitors shouldn’t really pay much attention to this. Just go, walk around, and marvel at the sheer scope of lightbulbs and grapes on offer.
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Bajlonijeva pijaca
55 Džordža VašingtonaAt the very end of Skadarlija lies Bajloni market, the produce provider for Dorćol and the surrounding area. The usual hodgepodge of goods is available here and you’ll find as much vintage headwear as you will apples and pears. The market is actually divided into a number of parts but visitors shouldn’t really pay much attention to this. Just go, walk around, and marvel at the sheer scope of lightbulbs and grapes on offer.
Zeleni Venac is the oldest green market still working in the city, celebrating its 170th year in 2017. It is worth visiting as much for the history as it is for the produce, because in many ways it tells the story of modern Serbia. This fruit and vegetable market is open until late afternoon. Also stocks eggs, honey, clothing, household products, pasta, and flowers, as well as small butcher shops and local cheese shops.
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Farmer's market "Zeleni venac"
Jug BogdanovaZeleni Venac is the oldest green market still working in the city, celebrating its 170th year in 2017. It is worth visiting as much for the history as it is for the produce, because in many ways it tells the story of modern Serbia. This fruit and vegetable market is open until late afternoon. Also stocks eggs, honey, clothing, household products, pasta, and flowers, as well as small butcher shops and local cheese shops.