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Serbia, a landlocked country, offers scenic landscapes, history, culture, and traditions. The beautiful destination in the Balkans is an explorer’s dream. Its capital Belgrade is packed with architectural wonders. We put together the top things to do in Serbia for the most mesmeric Serbian adventures.
Top Things To Do In Serbia
Visit the Lungs of Serbia at Tara National Park
Breathe in the fresh air as you witness the green vision of the stunning mountain scenery. Tara National Park, with its lush meadows and breathtaking lakes, is beautiful. Enjoy panoramic views of the Zaovine Lake created by the Beli Rzav River also called the “Jewel of Tara”. The lake is surrounded by woods of the Tara Mountain and is located in the Tara National Park. Spend some amazing time outdoors amidst nature and indulge in hiking, mountain biking and more. There is no official entrance to the park but you can choose centres in Mitrovac or Bajina Basta as starting points.
Entry Fee: $1.04 (adult)
Timings: 7.00 am to 3.00 pm
Pro Tip: Try a popular hiking trail that starts at Mitrovac, a 2-day fascinating adventure.
Ride Away on a Cycling Tour of Belgrade
Join a fun cycling tour that helps you witness the exotic sights around Belgrade. The guide helps you with a Belgrade sightseeing map so you can pedal off on your journey of discovery. There are many places you can book a bike tour from. Choose from Belgrade Bike Central, Serbian Adventure Factory, iBike Belgrade and more. Experience the splendid history of the capital on two wheels as you tour the heart of the city from Old Belgrade to new.
Entry Fee: Based on the cycling tour
Timings: Based on the tour
Pro Tip: It is a good idea to book your tour 24 hours in advance.
Explore the Zajecar National Museum
Admire archeological displays at the Zajecar’s National Museum. There are displays of marble busts of Hercules, Jupiter and Galerius. Look around to see numerous findings that belong to Felix Romuliana, a Roman city of yesteryears. There are mosaics of Labyrinth and Dionysus, the god of wine. The museum is a great learning experience of the history and art of the region. Zajecar is a town located in Western Serbia near the border with Bulgaria.
Entry Fee: $4.16 (adult), $3.12 (student)
Timings: 8.00 am to 6.00 pm (Monday to Friday), 9.00 am to 6.00 pm (weekends)
Pro Tip: You can take daily buses between Belgrade and Zajecar.
Say a Prayer at the Church of St. Sava
Include a visit to the largest Orthodox Church in the Balkans in your itinerary. The spectacular white granite, marble-walled church is located in Belgrade city. Visit the popular church with its 50 bells that clang at noon. Praying at the church is a serene experience and helps you imbibe a peaceful aura. The church was built where the relics of St. Sava were burnt in 1594. It has a rigorous symmetry with four apses and a large dome. The 12,000 sq metre cladding on the dome is adorned almost completely with gold mosaic decorations.
Entry Fee: No entry fee
Timings: 8.00 am to 6.00 pm
Pro Tip: This is an ideal tour with family in tow.
Witness the Beauty of Stari Dvor and Novi Dvor
One of the top things to do in Serbia and also one of the top things to see in Belgrade, is admiring the Old and New Palaces. The palaces were built for the royal families of Obrenovic and Karadordevic respectively. Stari Dvor today houses the City Assembly of Belgrade. The Old Palace has interiors imported from Vienna with Beaux-Arts architectural style. This palace dates way back to the 1880s. The New Palace boasts of the Revivalist architectural style. You can witness the imposing pair that face each other, a fascinating attraction.
Entry Fee: Based on the tour
Timings: 24 hours
Pro Tip: Witness the attraction with lights at night, a marvellous sight.
Dine in Style at Splavovi
One of the unmissable things to do in Serbia is to board a splav. These are boats located on the confluence of the majestic Sava and Danube Rivers. Dance all night to live rock bands or Serbian folk music in one of the bars or nightclubs. Or you can savour delicious traditional cuisine beside the Danube River to unwind. The floating rafts include restaurants, cafes, bars and nightclubs. Enjoy a floating foodie scene on the riverfront and sample a delicious dining experience.
Entry Fee: Based on the order
Timings: 8.00 am to 12.00 am
Pro Tip: Choose from Splav Viva,Vodenica, Splav Forma, Stari Pingvin and more dining spots.
Uncover the Museum of Yugoslav History
The unique complex is a mausoleum of a significant personality, Marshal Josip Broz Tito. Tito became a cult personality during his lifetime as statesman, revolutionary and commander in chief. Explore the treasures of over 2,00,000 items in 23 museum collections. The museum enjoys an outstanding panoramic view of Belgrade. It is surrounded by a lush green park and a vast plateau. The cascading complex includes the Museum “May 25th”, the House of Flowers and the Old Museum.
Entry Fee: $2.08
Timings: 10.00 am to 6.00 pm (Tuesday to Sunday)
Pro Tip: Entry is free every first Thursday of the month between 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm
Delve into the Beauty of the Belgrade Fortress
This top Serbia places to visit is also one of the top places to visit in Belgrade. Located on a hill, it overlooks the confluence of the Danube and Sava River. It is one of the most visited Belgrade attractions. The fortress and the area around it has transformed into a beloved park commonly known as Kalemegdan. The fortress is a symbol of Belgrade with undiscovered spots, benches, corners, and views. Kalemegdan Park is home to the Military Museum, an exhibition of Yugoslavian history. Stroll outside the fortress to notice cannons, tanks, torpedoes and other heavy ordnance found around.
Entry Fee: $83.19
Timings: 10.00am to 5.00 pm
Pro Tip: The last entry into the fortress is at 4:30 pm.
Discover Architectural Intimacy in the House on the Drina
This attraction is on the Drina River that sprung up when a group of swimmers wanted a place to rest. The Little House on the Drina is an iconic house on an errant rock of the mighty river. The story of the house in the middle of a river is an embodiment of life outside the hustle and bustle of the city. The waterway is a popular swimming spot and it was in the year 1968 when a group of young Yugoslavs needed to rest exhausted from tackling waves. They decided to bring boards from the shore to create a comfortable resting place on a jagged rock.
Entry Fee: Based on the tour
Timings: 24 hours
Pro Tip: Be a part of the five-day Drina Regatta festival while visiting Serbia.
Stare awestruck at the Studenica Monastery
This is one of the best spiritual and architectural Serbia tourist attractions. The monastery includes two principal monuments, the Church of the King and the Church of the Virgin. Both are built of white marble with magnificent frescoes inside. The attraction is a great example of Serbian medieval architecture. Witness priceless collections such as the 13th and 14th-century Byzantine painting. The Studenica Monastery was established in the late 12th century by Stevan Nemanja, the founder of the medieval Serb state.
Entry Fee: $244.43
Timings: 7.00 am to 7.00 pm (April to October), 8.00 am to 4.00 pm (November to March)
Pro Tip: You can book a guided tour on request online.
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