Local Attractions

The National Museum was founded by a decree of the Minister of Education Jovan Sterija Popovic on May 10, 1844 as Serbian Museum (Muzeum serbski) whose purpose was to collect antiquities in one place and to safeguard them for posterity. 

The last few decades, the rich exhibiting and publishing activity as well as the diverse programmes for the public with new technologies in a prominent place, confirmed that the National Museum is an important center of communication and source of knowledge, an open, dynamic and accessible museum.

New permanent collection of the National museum represents huge chronological period from Paleolithic period to 20 th century art. Collection is organized and presented on three levels and 5000sqm of exhibition space. Carefully selected artefacts will tell their stories about history and arts.

Who is it aimed at?
Couples, friends, family, groups

Arrival
By public transportation, by taxi

Good to know
Entrance is free of charge on Sundays
The Museum is closed on Mondays.

The Belgrade Fortress forms the historical core of the Serbian capital and serves as a symbol of Belgrade's origins. Its history is characterized by numerous conflicts and conquests between the great powers of the Habsburg monarchy and the Ottoman Empire in the Ottoman Wars. Today, however, it is a huge park overlooking the confluence of the Sava and Danube, undoubtedly the city’s most romantic spot.

Who is it aimed at?
Couples, friends, family, groups

Arrival
By car

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It also houses the Military Museum and a number of galleries, not to mention some of the city’s most recognisable monuments.

The Church of Saint Sava is one of the most widely known attractions in the entire region. It dominates the city’s skyline, and at 79 metres in height, it is easy to see why. The cathedral was built on the site where the Ottomans burned Saint Sava's mortal remains in 1595. Almost 400 years would pass before the cathedral itself was completed.

Who is it aimed at?
Couples, friends, family, groups

Arrival
By car

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The interior is still under construction, but its unfinished state adds another layer of fascination to this monumental house of worship.

Here you'll experience a vibrant and artistic atmosphere, reminiscent of Paris's Montmartre. Skadarlija is a street full of restaurants, bars and cafes, all dotted along the cobblestones. Once the domain of poets, academics, and Bohemians, Skadarlija is now home to some of the best restaurants in the city.

Who is it aimed at?
Couples, friends, families

Arrival
By car

Good to know
It's often said that if you haven't visited Skadarlija, you haven't visited Belgrade.

The fascinating history of Yugoslavia looms large over the entire region, despite its only having existed for less than a century. The museum itself is a fascinating look at its history. Particularly noteworthy is the collection of batons in the House of Flowers. In pride of place, however, is the marble resting place of the Yugoslav leader.

Who is it aimed at?
Couples, friends, families, groups

Arrival
By car

Good to know
Regular guided tours at the Museum of Yugoslavia are organised every weekend from 11.00 a.m. in English, as well as from 12.00 noon in Serbian.

Zemun was swallowed up by Belgrade in the 1930s, but its former position as a border town of the Austrian Empire means you will encounter a different atmosphere there than in the big city centre. Zemun Kej is one of the most captivating pathways in the city, and the view from Gardoš Hill and the Millennium Tower is one of the finest going.

Who is it aimed at?
Couples, friends, families, groups

Arrival
By car, bus, train or taxi

Good to know
Bicycle tours available.

Nikola Tesla is probably known as the most popular Serb in modern history. The inventor’s incredible life is honoured in an excellent museum in the city centre. Located within a diplomatic neighbourhood in Vračar, the museum displays a number of the great man’s inventions along with many of his personal effects.

Who is it aimed at?
Couples, friends, families, groups

Arrival
By car

Good to know
Closed Mondays.

Some of Belgrade’s most important buildings are found here, including the National Museum and the National Theatre. The museum has again opened its doors after an extensive renovation with its new permanent collection that represents a huge chronological period from the Paleolithic period to 20th century art. Knez Mihailova is the main pedestrian zone in the centre of Belgrade. It runs from Kalemegdan to Republic Square and carries on to Terazije Square, splitting the downtown into two.

Who is it aimed at?
Couples, friends, families, groups

Arrival
By car

Good to know
It is best to make an online reservation for the National Theatre.