What to Visit

The largest art gallery in the country, located in the former General Staff building. The collection spans Serbian art from medieval frescoes to contemporary works. The icon collections and paintings by Serbian impressionists are particularly valuable.

A museum on the banks of the Sava in New Belgrade with one of the largest contemporary art collections in Southeast Europe. The 1960s modernist building is an architectural landmark in itself. Over 35,000 works of Yugoslav and international art from the 20th and 21st centuries.

The oldest art gallery in Serbia, founded in 1847. Located in Novi Sad, it houses a priceless collection of Serbian painting from the 16th to 20th centuries. The portraits of Serbian bourgeoisie and historical paintings deserve special attention.

A unique collection of Serbian art from the first half of the 20th century, donated to the state by diplomat Pavle Beljanski. It includes works by all significant Serbian modernist artists. Located in an elegant building in the center of Novi Sad.

The largest and oldest museum in the country, founded in 1844. Located on Republic Square in central Belgrade. The collection includes over 400,000 exhibits: from archaeological finds and ancient coins to medieval manuscripts and European paintings. The jewel of the collection is the 12th-century Miroslav Gospel.

The only museum in the world dedicated to the great inventor Nikola Tesla. It houses his personal belongings, documents, photographs and models of inventions. Interactive demonstrations of the Tesla coil are the main attraction. The collection is inscribed in the UNESCO Memory of the World Register.

A complex of three buildings including the mausoleum of Josip Broz Tito ('House of Flowers'). The exhibition tells the story of Yugoslavia, the Non-Aligned Movement and Tito's personality. The collection includes gifts from world leaders and unique photo archives.

One of the largest ethnographic museums in the Balkans, founded in 1901. The collection numbers over 160,000 items reflecting the life and culture of the peoples of Serbia and the Balkan Peninsula. The national costumes and folk art items are particularly interesting.

An ethno-village built by director Emir Kusturica on Mount Mećavnik. Wooden houses in traditional style, a cinema, gallery and restaurants. The international Küstendorf Film Festival is held here annually. The atmosphere of Kusturica's films in real life.

The 'Staro Selo' open-air museum ethno-village on Mount Zlatibor. Authentic 19th-century wooden houses transported from surrounding villages. Famous for its hand-knitted products — 'Sirogojno sweaters' are known worldwide. Live demonstrations of traditional crafts.

A village famous for its ancient pottery tradition spanning over 7,000 years. Local craftsmen still make clay pottery using Neolithic technology — without a potter's wheel. Food cooked in Zlakusa pottery acquires a special flavor. Inscribed on the UNESCO Intangible Heritage List.

A town linked to the Karađorđević dynasty. The main attraction is the Church of St. George on Oplenac Hill with stunning mosaics (over 40 million pieces of mosaic glass). The royal mausoleum and vineyards with tasting rooms are located here.

One of the most beautiful national parks in Serbia with dense coniferous forests and deep canyons. It is home to the Pančić spruce — an endemic species found nowhere else in the world. Magnificent viewpoints over the Drina River canyon, including the famous Banjska Stena.

A park on the Danube with the longest and deepest river gorge in Europe — the Iron Gates. The Lepenski Vir archaeological site with the oldest sculptures in Europe (around 7,000 BC). The medieval Golubac Fortress at the entrance to the gorge is one of Serbia's most photogenic castles.

The largest mountain range in Serbia, known as the 'Silver Mountain' due to medieval mines. In summer — excellent hiking routes among alpine meadows and coniferous forests. Rich endemic flora — over 800 plant species, including rare and unique ones.

A low mountain range in Vojvodina, known as the 'Serbian Mount Athos' thanks to 16 medieval monasteries. Gentle trails for walks among linden and oak forests. Numerous wineries with tastings — the region is famous for the Bermet variety, which was served on the Titanic.

The largest ski resort in Serbia with over 55 km of trails of varying difficulty. The season lasts from December to April. Modern lifts, night skiing, snow park. In summer — great hiking, mountain biking and paragliding. The highest point is Pančić's Peak (2,017 m).

A mountain resort with mild climate and pristine air. The famous 'Gold Gondola' — one of the longest cable cars in the world (9 km). Numerous hiking trails of varying difficulty. In winter — ski slopes for beginners. Year-round wellness recreation.

A mountain range on the Bulgarian border with a growing ski resort. Over 13 km of ski trails with modern infrastructure. In summer — breathtaking routes through waterfalls and canyons. Tupavica waterfall is one of the highest in Serbia. A nature reserve with rich fauna.

One of the most impressive canyons in Europe with the winding meanders of the Uvac River. Famous for its colony of griffon vultures — the symbol of the reserve. Boat rides on emerald water, caves with ice stalactites. Viewpoints with breathtaking views.

A paradise for trekking enthusiasts with a network of marked trails through pristine forests. The route to the Banjska Stena viewpoint overlooking the Drina canyon is one of the best day hikes in Serbia. Lake Perućac for swimming and water sports.

The iconic Balkan dish — small grilled minced meat sausages served in flatbread (lepinja) with onions and kajmak. Each city has its own recipe: Belgrade, Leskovac, Niš style. Leskovac ćevapi are considered the gold standard — made from a mix of beef and pork with secret spices.

The Serbian 'hamburger' — a large flat patty made from mixed meats on the grill. Served in flatbread with kajmak, ajvar and onions. The most famous is the 'Leskovac pljeskavica', stuffed with cheese and spices. Leskovac hosts the annual 'Roštiljijada' grill festival.

A layered pie made from thin filo dough with filling. Classic burek is with meat, but cheese (sirnica), spinach (zeljanica) and potato (krompiruša) versions are popular. Eaten for breakfast with yogurt. Each bakery has its own recipe, and debates about the best burek never end.

A dairy product resembling something between butter and cream cheese. Made from scalded milk, aged from a few days (young kajmak) to several months (mature). Served with meat, bread and as a standalone appetizer. The best kajmak comes from Zlatibor.

A spread made from roasted red peppers — Serbia's national pride. In autumn, the whole country makes ajvar — it's a ritual. Available in sweet and hot varieties. Served as an appetizer, bread spread and side dish for meat. Leskovac hosts an annual ajvar festival.

The national strong drink — a fruit brandy found in every Serbian home. The most popular is šljivovica (plum), but it's also made from apricot (kajsijevača), quince (dunjevača), pear (viljamovka). Homemade rakija is a source of pride for every family. Strength — 40–60%.

One of the largest Orthodox churches in the world, located on the Vračar plateau in Belgrade. Construction began in 1935 and was completed only in the 21st century. An impressive dome, mosaics in the crypt and panoramic views from the terrace. A symbol of Belgrade and Serbian Orthodoxy.

The 'Danube Gibraltar' — a mighty 18th-century fortress on the banks of the Danube in Novi Sad. 16 km of underground tunnels, a clock tower with 'reversed' hands (the long hand shows hours). Today it houses restaurants, galleries, artists' studios. The annual EXIT music festival is held here.

The largest and richest Serbian Orthodox monastery, founded in 1190 by Stefan Nemanja. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. White marble churches with priceless 13th-century frescoes. The cradle of Serbian spirituality and medieval culture.

An ancient fortress at the confluence of the Sava and Danube — the heart of Belgrade with over 2,000 years of history. Ruins of Roman, Byzantine, medieval and Austrian fortifications. Kalemegdan Park is Belgraders' favorite walking spot. The best view of the confluence of two rivers.

The famous bronze statue by Ivan Meštrović, erected in 1928 in the Kalemegdan fortress. A symbol of Belgrade — the figure of a warrior with a sword and falcon, symbolizing Serbia's victory in the Balkan Wars and World War I. The monument is 14 meters tall.

A telecommunications tower on Mount Avala (511 m) in the Belgrade suburbs. The original tower was destroyed by NATO bombing in 1999 and rebuilt in 2010. A unique structure — it stands on three legs. An observation deck with views of Belgrade and surroundings.

A grim but important historical monument in Niš — a tower built by the Turks from the skulls of Serbian warriors after the Battle of Čegar in 1809. Of the original 952 skulls, 58 remain. A symbol of the Serbian struggle for freedom and sacrifices made on the path to independence.

A monumental memorial complex dedicated to the battle of the Užice Workers' Battalion against German forces in 1941. Impressive brutalist concrete sculptures arranged on a hillside. One of the finest examples of Yugoslav memorial architecture — 'spomenik'.