City centre tourist attractions

Tourist attractions within walking distance of your hotel or easily accessed by public transports.

Knez Mihailova

Knez Mihailova is the city’s main pedestrian zone and the heart of all of Belgrade. It has many buildings of great historical importance and some of the most visited boutiques and shops are located there, next to each other. Knez Mihailova is interspersed with smaller streets, which offer equally interesting and colourful content, many restaurants and cafes. Another reason to start your tour from here are the sights to which the street leads to. You can decide to also visit Republic Square, Skadarlija or Kalemegdan.

Trg republike

Trg republike – At the exit from Knez Mihailova Street, the main city square stretches out. On the site of today’s Republic Square, there used to be the Stambol Gate, a symbol of Serbian life under Turkish rule. The demolition of the gate symbolically destroyed the power of the Ottomans over the Serbian population. Today, Trg republike is a social meeting place, from here you can explore the city, its restaurants and bars. In addition to the famous monument to Prince Mihail Obrenović, there are many cultural buildings, for which Belgrade has become widely known for.

National Museum

The National Museum – In the National Museum you will find valuable exhibits and works of art from different eras. From archaeological finds from prehistoric times, through works of ancient Greek and Roman culture, all the way to works of contemporary art. You can go through the history of mankind in one place. The museum covers an entire 5,000m², which makes it an ideal place in Belgrade for a tour. You will have the opportunity to see some of the works of our most famous painters, such as Paja Jovanović, Nadežda Petrović, Sava Šumanović. In addition, you should not miss the opportunity to see the works of the world’s greatest painters, Claude Monet, Paul Gauguin Picasso and others, right in the National Museum.

Ticket price is between 3 to 4€.

More info: www.narodnimuzej.rs

Kalemegdan

Kalemegdan – It is almost impossible to come to Belgrade and not take a walk around the Kalemegdan fortress, which offers the most beautiful view of the confluence of the Sava and the Danube rivers. The space is divided into Small and Large Park, and on its surface, there are buildings of great historical importance. One of Belgrade main symbol – Pobednik, is placed here. It represents a masterpiece of Ivan Meštrović’s creativity, but also a landmark of Belgrade. From there you can see the most beautiful view of the rivers and New Belgrade.

Church of Saint Sava

Church of Saint Sava – This magnificent temple was built on the site where the relics of Saint Sava are believed to have been burned by Ottomans, as punishment to Serbs. In 1935, the construction of the Church of St. Sava began, which today will be known as one of the largest Orthodox places of worship in Europe. The interior of the temple is richly painted, and the crypt is perhaps the most luxurious part of the church. Given that it represents one of the most famous symbols of Belgrade, it is unthinkable not to visit it. It is open every day from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and you need to be properly dressed to enter.

It is only about a 10 minute walk from Hilton Hotel.

Promenade of Belgrade Waterfront

Promenade of Belgrade Waterfront – A kilometer from the very center of Belgrade is a new part of the city – Belgrade Waterfront. A new complex of residential and business units with all the facilities a city needs, from cafes, restaurants, a shopping center, to night bars and promenades for walking and cycling by the river.

Jevremovac Botanical Garden

Jevremovac Botanical Garden – It can be said that the Jevremovac Botanical Garden represents the lungs of the city center and is considered one of the most beautiful places in Belgrade. A large number of rare plant species are preserved in the oldest botanical garden in Serbia, built in 1874. Although it is located almost in the center of the city, among busy streets, such as Takovska and Bulevar Despota Stefana, this space, filled with trees, is almost soundproof. You won’t even notice the city noise and you’ll enjoy a walk among the nature that extends over the entire 5 hectares. The Japanese Garden, as well as the Institute of Botany and a magnificent greenhouse are located within the garden. You will hide in the shade from the sun, rest on one of the benches enjoying the view of the trees, and fill up with energy for the further tour of the city.

The botanical garden is open from 1 May till 1 November.

Ticket price are: 3,00 EUR.

Website: https://jevremovac.bio.bg.ac.rs/

Skadarlija bohemian quarter

Skadarlija bohemian quarter – For all lovers of good food and drinks, old town music and traditional Serbian taverns, Skadarlija is at the top of the list of things to visit in Belgrade. Not far from Republic Square is Skadarska Street, which preserves its appearance from the end of the 19th and the beginning of the 20th century. Although it is 500 meters long, it houses some of Belgrade’s legendary taverns, such as Dva jelena and Tri šešira. Whichever pub or restaurant you go to, you will enjoy the spirit of the past times. These are places where many actors and writers often stayed, and which still preserve the spirit of that time. Shkadarlija is an ideal place for dinner and relaxation after a day spent visiting the city. Just keep in mind that the street is cobbled, so if you’re wearing heels, walking will be a little difficult.

Museum of Contemporary Art

Museum of Contemporary Art – If you were wondering what is on the other side of the Sava, when you cross the famous Brankov Bridge, the answer is – New Belgrade. And in the large Friendship Park, which is located on the right side of the bridge, rises the Museum of Contemporary Art. The modern building of this museum can be clearly seen from Kalemegdan fortress. Therefore, it is not surprising that many visitors to the fortress decide to visit this place that captivates with its beauty. The typical post-war Yugoslav architecture gives it a special touch, and the interior of the museum is no less stunning. It was built precisely for this purpose, to house the most valuable collections of Serbia contemporary art. Graphics, drawings, paintings and sculptures are exhibited on about 5,000 square meters. In addition to the permanent exhibition consisting of works from the 20th and 21st centuries, there are also frequent guest exhibitions by world-famous artists, including Marina Abramović. If you happen to be in the museum during one of these settings, take advantage of the unique opportunity to visit it as well.

Working hours are from 12:00 to 20:00, and ticket price is 5 EUR.

Web site: https://msub.org.rs/poseta/?lang=en

Gardos

Gardos – If you want to go a little deeper into Belgrade, and visit not only its most famous buildings, but also its hidden gems, we advise you to go to Zemun. More precisely, on Gardoš. the Danube is perhaps the most beautiful on this side of the city, the area is quite quiet and suitable for walks. A visit to the Millennium Tower, better known as the Gardoš Tower, will be a real pleasure. Through narrow, cobbled streets surrounded by low houses, cheerfully colored, you will reach this historic building. Although the tower was built in 1896, the history of this place goes back to the Neolithic period. You can also climb the tower and enjoy the view of the Danube and Belgrade from a completely different angle. It’s worth a visit, and after you’ve finished the tour of the Gardoš Tower, you can continue your walk along the Zemun quay and sit down in one of the restaurants on the river bank that offer the best fish specialties. Our recommendation is, be sure to try the fish soup, there is nothing equal to it!

Panoramic sightseeing of Belgrade by bus and visit to Belgrade Fortress

Sightseeing in Belgrade by bus is one of the most interesting and easiest ways to get to know the history, culture, and notable figures of the city. Some of the main attractions you will see during the ride include: the Old Palace (City Hall), the National Assembly of the Republic of Serbia, the Government of the Republic of Serbia, the Museum of 25th May, the Church of Saint Sava, the National Theater, the National Museum, Kolarac Endowment, Belgrade Fortress, the Monument to the Victor, Friendship Park, and much more.

During the sightseeing tour, there is a stop at Belgrade Fortress and Kalemegdan Park – walking tour.

Constructed from the 1st to the 18th century, the fortress served as a strategic defense point above the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers and now acts as an outdoor museum. The Pobednik Monument (The Victor) is the symbol of Belgrade and the focal point of this area, which includes the Upper and Lower Towns and Kalemegdan Park, the largest park in the city. Kalemegdan Park is the largest park in the city, located right in the center of the Belgrade Fortress.
Duration: 150 minutes