Belgrade 4 Day Itinerary

Belgrade 4-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Exploring the City Center

  • Morning: Start your day with a traditional Serbian breakfast at Kafana Zeleni Venac (Green Market). Visit St. Sava Temple, one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world.
  • Afternoon: Walk along Knez Mihailova Street, filled with shops, cafes, and street artists. Visit the Kalemegdan Fortress offering a panoramic view of the Danube and Sava rivers. Don’t forget to check out the nearby Museum of Aviation.
  • Evening: Enjoy dinner at Skadarlija, Belgrade’s bohemian quarter, known for its traditional Serbian restaurants (kafanas). Try some Rakija and live Serbian music.
  • Tips: Check the opening hours for museums and churches before planning your day.

Day 2: Art and Culture

  • Morning: Visit the National Museum to learn about Serbian history and culture. Then, head to the Church of Saint Marko and Nikola Tesla Museum.
  • Afternoon: Explore the Savamala district, known for its street art and trendy cafes. Have lunch at Madera, a restaurant in an old power station with a great view over the Sava river.
  • Evening: Take a sunset cruise on the Sava or Danube river. Dine at Uzuxe, famous for its modern Serbian cuisine and rooftop terrace.

Day 3: Nature and Relaxation

  • Morning: Visit Ada Ciganlija, Belgrade’s river island turned into a peninsula with beaches, sports facilities, and cafes. Spend the morning relaxing, swimming, or renting a bike.
  • Afternoon: Head to Topcider Park, home to several museums, royal residences, and the beautiful King Alexander’s Stable. Have lunch at Topcider, a restaurant in the park.
  • Evening: Take a stroll along the Skadarlija street again and choose a different kafana for dinner. Try some local specialties like ćevapčići or baklava.

Day 4: Day Trip to Oplenac and Studenica

  • Morning: Take a day trip to the Royal Mausoleum at Oplenac and the nearby Studenica Monastery, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. The journey takes about 2 hours by car or organized tour.
  • Afternoon: Return to Belgrade and have an early dinner at Zlatne Goveđe Glave (Golden Ox Heads), a restaurant known for its grilled meat dishes.
  • Evening: Spend your last evening exploring the nightlife in Savamala or SKADarlija, or simply relax by the Sava riverfront.

Transportation: Belgrade has an efficient public transportation system, with trams, buses, and trolleybuses covering most of the city. Taxis are also widely available. Consider getting a prepaid travel card (Serbelekart) for easy usage.

Where to Stay: Some popular accommodation options include Hotel Moskva, Boutique Hotel Prag, Belgrade and Hostel B&B Belgrade. Choose based on your preference for location, price range, and amenities.

Things to Know: The official language is Serbian, but English is widely spoken in tourist areas. The currency is the Serbian dinar (RSD). Remember to tip around 10% in restaurants. Enjoy your trip to Belgrade!