Belgrade (Serbia)
August 15 - 16, 2025 (2D1N): Our trip to Serbia, my 100th country, happened by pure chance! When a last-minute hotel cancellation in Rovinj, Croatia, wrecked our plans, we pointed our car east for a six-hour road trip to Serbia. The return journey was a nightmare where we endured a five-hour border crossing as summer vacationers headed home. Nonetheless, we were so impressed by Belgradeβs incredible history and thriving art scene, and we absolutely fell in love with the amazing national dish, Δevapi!
*Highly recommended
Day 1
Border crossing from Croatia to Serbia via Batrovci (~15 mins wait time)
Check-in @ Hyatt Regency Belgrade*
Dinner @ Ambar (Rakija & cevapi)
Cocktails @ Druid bar* (reservation recommended)
Explore Skadarlija (The cityβs charming bohemian quarter, but a bit touristy)
Day 2
Pastry @ Skroz Dobra Pekara
Pool & Spa @ hotel
3-5 pm: Feel Belgrade - Free walking tour*:
St. Mark Orthodox Church
National Assembly of the Republic of Serbia (outside visit)
Sandwich to go @ Babalu* (not part of the tour but recommended by the guide)
Skadarlija (famous pedestrian street)
Trg republike
Kneza Mihaila Street
Kalemegdan Park:
Tomb of Damat Ali Pasha
Clock Tower @ Belgrade Fortress
Galerija Beogradske Tvrdave @ Inner Stambol Gate
Monument of Gratitude to France
Refreshments @ Rajiceva Shopping Center
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm: Urban Art and Culture Tour of Belgrade*:
Museum of Applied Arts (outside visit)
Stranhinjica bana (Silicon Valley of Belgrade AKA
Cetinjska Street (The former brewery complex that has been transformed into an area of cafes, bars, and clubs today)
Kula (Art Center)
Beer @ Zaokret*
Dinner @ Restoran Tri*
Cathedral of St. Sava* (outside visit)
Border crossing from Serbia to Croatia via Batrovci (~5 hours wait time)
Other points of interest & food:
Nikola Tesla Museum (Book your tickets online in advance to secure a spot on the English-language tour)
Artwork @ Silosi
Zemun neighborhood for its cafes, lively late-night bars, and the fish restaurants along its riverside promenade.
Breakfast @ Bloom
Dinner @ Langouste Restoran (A Michelin one-star), Kafana SFRJ
For a unique dining or nightlife experience, head to the βsplavsβ along the river - Adventure Hub Belgrade
Dessert @ Knedly. Cara Lazara, Pelivan
Cocktails @ Belgrade Cocktail Club, Josephine Belgrade, IDOL bar, Riddle Bar
Bar hopping @ Berlin Monroe, Kafe Bar 16, The Black Turtle
Visit other cities such as Novi Sad
Tips:
Free public transportation is available in Belgrade for all passengers on city and suburban buses, trams, trolleybuses, and the BG Train, starting January 1, 2025. We utilized the bus system to get from the old town to the new part of Belgrade.
Take the tram from the stop ΠΠ°Π»Π΅ΠΌΠ΅Π³Π΄Π°Π½ for the scenic route through the old town.
Belgrade is a walking city. If you must take a taxi, don't hail one on the street. They are known to overcharge tourists. Instead, use a ride-sharing app like Yandex Go or CarGo (Serbia's version of Uber).
The currency in Serbia is Serbian Dinar (RSD), not the Euro. Most establishments take Visa & Mastercard, while AMEX is limited.
Smoking is still allowed in most of the establishments indoors, so plan accordingly.
