Where is Belgrade, the capital of Serbia? Located in the former province of central Serbia, between the Danube and Sava rivers, it is a city that for years has been underestimated by tourists, but recently it has been gaining its well-deserved recognition. We have created a guide to help you make the most of your trip to Belgrade: what to see and what to do in the Serbian capital.
- What to visit in Belgrade: places of interest
- 1 Ulica 7 Julia
- 2 Kalemegdan
- 3 Sveti Sava
- 4 Royal Palace of Belgrade
- 5 Skadarlija
- Quick information about Belgrade: where to sleep, how to get there, what to eat.
- 6 How to get to Belgrade
- 7 How to get around Belgrade
- 8 Where to eat in Belgrade
- 9 Where to sleep in Belgrade
What to visit in Belgrade: places of interest
In Belgrade there are many things to see, so we have thought to make a short list of the main attractions this city offers. A guide that will help you decide what to see in Belgrade and what to do.
1 Ulica 7 Julia
Ulica 7 Julia is the heart of the city, the first place we recommend you visit. It is a street that divides the city in two and from which you can reach the most interesting places. The wonderful buildings that surround it will surely impress you.
2 Kalemegdan
This is the largest park in the capital of Serbia; it starts from a hill 120 meters high and descends to touch the Danube. It is also called the “Battle Fortress” and is one of the key places of the city. Definitely to be included in the “Belgrade: what to visit” list.
3 Sveti Sava
Sveti Sava is one of the two largest Orthodox Churches in the world and is one of the mandatory stops on your trip to Belgrade. We recommend visiting it in the evening, as the lights make it truly spectacular to the eyes of its visitors.
4 Royal Palace of Belgrade
The Royal Palace of Belgrade dominates the city from the top of the Dedinj hill. It is still the residence of Crown Prince Alexander II and his family today. It is open to visitors and is one of the places you must include in the “What to do in Belgrade” list.
5 Skadarlija
Skadarlija is the most romantic and bohemian neighborhood of the city of Belgrade, whose beauty is often compared even to Montmartre of Paris. It is indeed the favored place by Serbian artists and poets. It is on this street that the Belgrade nightlife mainly takes place and here you will breathe the real Serbian atmosphere.
Quick information about Belgrade: where to sleep, how to get there, what to eat.
6 How to get to Belgrade
How to get to Belgrade once you reach the Belgrade airport, Nikola Tesla Airport Belgrade, which is about 18 km from the city center, you can use the shuttle buses and get to Belgrade in no time.
7 How to get around Belgrade
The best way to appreciate the city of Belgrade is to move around on foot between the various places of interest. The city is also equipped with excellent services such as buses, trams, and trolleybuses. We recommend using the Belgrade City Cards to get around while saving money.
8 Where to eat in Belgrade
Still in the Skadarlija district, you will find a large number of traditional restaurants where you can taste dishes from Belgrade’s typical cuisine. It is a very spicy cuisine, with an intense character. On your list “Belgrade: what to eat” you absolutely must include: cevapcici, cylindrical beef and lamb meatballs accompanied by a spicy sauce; čorbe, a typical Belgrade soup; ražnjići, a local dish made of pork skewers served with grilled peppers.
9 Where to sleep in Belgrade
For the choice of your hotel in Belgrade we recommend the city center, particularly the Skadarlija district, to experience and savor the true culture of the Serbian capital.
