Belgrade: what to see in the surprising Serbian capital

Belgrade is a surprising and exuberant city, thanks to the many wonders it offers to its visitors. A place that has changed radically over the years: today it represents one of the liveliest European capitals and one of the most popular tourist destinations throughout the year. Here are the things to see and do in Belgrade.

Panorama of Belgrade
Panorama of Belgrade

Where it is Belgrade, capital of the Serbia? Located in the former province of Central Serbia, between the Danube and Sava rivers, it is a city that for years was underestimated by tourists, but which in recent times is taking its well-deserved revenge. We have created a guide that can help you better manage your trip to Belgrade: what to see and what to do in the Serbian capital.

What to visit in Belgrade: places of interest

A Belgrade things to see there are many, so we thought we'd draw up a short list of the major attractions that this city offers. A guide that will help you decide what to see in Belgrade and what to do.

Ulica 7 Julia

Ulica 7 Julia it is the heart of the city, the first place we recommend you visit. It is a road that divides the city in two and from which you can reach the places of greatest interest. The buildings that surround it are wonderful and you will certainly appreciate them.

Street of Belgrade
Street of Belgrade

Kalemegdan

This is the largest park in the Serbian capital; it starts from a 120 meter high hill and descends until it touches the Danube. It is also called "Battle fortress” and is one of the key places in the city. Definitely worth adding to the list."Belgrade: what to visit".

Kalemegdan. Fortress of the battle in Belgrade
Kalemegdan. Fortress of the battle in Belgrade

Saint Sava

Saint Sava it is one of the two largest Orthodox Churches in the world and is one of the obligatory stops on your trip to Belgrade. We recommend visiting it in the evening, as the lights make it truly spectacular in the eyes of its visitors.

Sveti Sava, Belgrade
Sveti Sava, Belgrade

Royal Palace in Belgrade

Il Royal Palace in Belgrade dominates the city from the top of the hill Dedinj. Today it is still the residence of Crown Prince Alexander II and his family. It is open to visits and is one of the places that you should not put on the list”What to do in Belgrade".

Royal Palace in Belgrade
Royal Palace in Belgrade

Skadarliya

Skadarliya it is the most romantic and bohemian neighborhood in the city of Belgrade, whose beauty is often compared even to Montmartre by Paris. It is in fact the favorite place for Serbian artists and poets. It is in this street that the main events take place Belgrade nightlife and it is here that you will breathe the true Serbian atmosphere.

Skadarlija, Belgrade

Information in a nutshell about Belgrade: where to sleep, how to get there, what to eat.

How to get to Belgrade

How to get to Belgrade once you reach theBelgrade airport, Nikola Tesla Airport Belgrade, which is about 18 km from the city center, you can use the bus shuttles and get to Belgrade in no time.

How to get around Belgrade

The best way to appreciate the city of Belgrade is to move around the various places of interest on foot. However, the city is equipped with excellent services such as buses, trams and trolleybuses. We recommend using the Belgrade City Cards to move while saving.

 

Belgrade City Card
Belgrade City Card

Where to eat in Belgrade

Always in the neighborhood Skadarlija, you will find a large number of traditional restaurants, where you can enjoy typical Belgrade cuisine. It is a very spicy cuisine, with an intense character. On your list”Belgrade: what to eat” you absolutely must enter: cevapcici, cylindrical-shaped beef and lamb meatballs accompanied by a spicy sauce; čorbe, typical Belgrade soup; ražnjići, a local dish based on pork skewers accompanied by grilled peppers.

cevapcici
cevapcici

Where to sleep in Belgrade

For your choice hotels in Belgrade we recommend the city center, especially the neighborhood Skadarliya, to be able to experience and savor the true culture of the Serbian capital.

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