Serbia
Plan your trip to Belgrade
Everything for your Belgrade trip in one place — build the plan in a tap, free, with Vagga.
Start freeBelgrade, the capital of Serbia, sits where the Sava meets the Danube — a lively, affordable, high-energy city famous for its nightlife, the Kalemegdan fortress and a bohemian spirit. A mix of Austro-Hungarian, Ottoman and socialist influences. Here's everything you need to plan the perfect trip to Belgrade — and build it in a tap with Vagga.
Top sights
Kalemegdan Fortress & Park
An ancient citadel at the meeting of the rivers, with views and gardens.
Skadarlija quarter
A cobbled street of traditional taverns and live music.
Knez Mihailova Street
The main pedestrian street for shopping and cafés.
Temple of Saint Sava
One of the largest Orthodox churches in the world.
Zemun district
A picturesque neighborhood on the Danube with the Gardoš Tower.
The Parliament & downtown
Monumental architecture in the center.
Things to do
A night at a river club (splav)
Floating clubs on the Sava and Danube — a Belgrade icon.
A cruise on the rivers
The Sava–Danube confluence from the water.
Food & rakija tour
Local tastings with the national brandy.
Day trip to Novi Sad
A handsome city and the Petrovaradin Fortress, about an hour from Belgrade.
Where to eat
Ćevapi
Grilled minced-meat sausages, the signature dish.
Pljeskavica
A giant, stuffed Serbian burger.
Balkan grill (roštilj)
An assortment of grilled meats.
Rakija
Local fruit brandy, poured at every occasion.
Best time to visit
Spring (May–June) and autumn (September–October): pleasant weather and open terraces. Summer is hot with river clubs; winter is cold but cheap.
Sample itinerary
Day 1
Old city — Kalemegdan Fortress, Knez Mihailova, and Skadarlija in the evening.
Day 2
Modern Belgrade — the Temple of Saint Sava, Zemun and the Gardoš Tower.
Day 3
River & night — a cruise on the rivers, a food tour, and a night at a floating club.
Good to know
How many days do you need in Belgrade?
Two to three for the city; four with a day trip to Novi Sad.
Do I need a visa for Serbia?
Many nationalities enter visa-free for short stays. Check before you travel.
What's the currency in Belgrade?
The Serbian dinar (RSD), not the euro. Bring cash; cards are accepted downtown.
How do you get around?
The center is walkable; there are trams, buses and cheap taxis.
Ready to plan Belgrade? 👇
Start free