Belgrade

Belgrade, Serbia

If you have not been to Belgrade, this city will surprise you. European metropolis in the heart of the Balkans, Belgrade is proudly standing between two different worlds, East and West, never being one nor the other, with its unique mixture of the both. It is said that Belgrade is Berlin of the Balkans, a city with the energy of New York, urban capital of cool. Also known as the most perspective city in Europe, Belgrade is a hip dynamic city which embraces visitors from all around the world.

Population:

1.7 million

Currency:

1 dinar (RSD) = 0.00846 euro (EUR)

Emergency Numbers:

Police - 192
Fire Department - 193
Ambulance - 194
Emergency Centre (Urgentni Centar) +381 11 3618 444

Opening Hours:

Regular opening hours 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. on weekdays and Saturdays, and 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Sundays

Newspapers:

Politika
Vecernje novosti
Blic
24 sata
Informer
Sportski žurnal
Dnevnik
Danas

City Tours

City of Culture, Inspiration, Sports and Festivals, Serbian capital is an exciting mixture of rich and diverse history, architecture and urban spirit. With some of the most attractive locations, Belgrade Fortress – the oldest cultural and historical monument, Skadarlija –bohemian quarter in the city center, Knez Mihailova Street; Old and New Palace, Federal Parliament, Temple of St. Sava, Zemun and many others, Belgrade makes the cultural center of South East Europe.

Eclectic in the architecture testifies about its rich historical heritage which can be seen on every step, while diverse event calendar makes Serbian Capital a true metropolis in this part of Europe. Central city area reveals some of the most recognizable attractions: from the Republic Square, along the Knez Mihailova Street to the Belgrade Fortress, where the viewpoint to the Confluence of Danube and Sava will take your breath away. Magnificent Temple of Saint Sava dominates at the sophisticated area of Vracar, Dorcol is known for true local experience, while Savamala represents an urban quart and hub for contemporary arts and design. Crossing the bridge over Sava, one enters a completely different world of New Belgrade and Zemun.

The Republic Square is literally the epicenter of the city, being surrounded by the National Theatre and National Museum, but it is best known for the statue of Prince Mihailo on the horse, which is the most popular meeting place of Belgradians. Knez Mihailova Street is the pedestrian area that unifies the beautiful architecture, and leads towards the Belgrade Fortress and Kalemegdan Park, while on the other way leads to Terazije, and famous Terazijska česma, drinking fountain in front of the Hotel Moskva, which is a great lookout point to the Sava river valley. The Belgrade Fortress and the Kalemegdan Park together represent a cultural monument of exceptional importance and an open-air museum of Belgrade history. The fortress overlooks the confluence of the Sava river into the Danube and that very spot, next to the statue Pobednik (The Victor), is probably the most beautiful lookout in Belgrade.

Belgrade is also the starting point for exploration of some of Serbia’s beautiful monasteries, wineries, farmhouse restaurants, etno villages, spas, wildlife reserves, natural beauty, and archaeological sites.

Top 10

Explore Top 10 To Do things in Belgrade and explore the city by yourself. Get lost and wander around the streets, among the locals whereas if you wish to find your way back they will be more than welcome to show you around and mesmerize you with stories hidden behind the passengers' eyes.

Museums

While there are a lot of interesting museums that Belgrade makes the city of culture, as well, such are: Military Museum, Museum of Automobiles, Ethnographical Museum, Museum of African art, Museum of Ivo Andric, Museum of Vuk and Dositej, Historical Museum and many others, here is the list of five that you shouldn't miss.

Do & See

Belgrade has an abundance of cultural attractions and a wide range of events that draw visitors from across Europe.

Enjoy the view from the Belgrade Fortress; walk down Knez Mihailova or Skadarska street; indulge your senses in one of our national restaurants with domestic dishes, wines and music that will undoubtedly make you dance; visit some of the bars, night & disco clubs where the entertainment lasts till dawn and just when you start feeling like you want to lie down, smell of fresh coffee will invite you back. Enjoy the rivers, parks, museums, theatres…and make sure to schedule your visit around some of many events in Belgrade.