Flights to Belgrade

From the airport

The A1 minibus runs to Slavija Square in about 30 to 40 minutes, stopping at the main railway and bus stations on the way. Slower city buses also reach the centre. For a taxi, use the official desk in arrivals, which issues a fixed-price voucher for your area of the city.

Fortress, old streets and churches

Belgrade Fortress, inside Kalemegdan Park, stands on a ridge where the Sava meets the Danube, with walls, gates and the Victor monument looking over the rivers. From there, Knez Mihailova, the main pedestrian street, leads into the centre. Skadarlija is a cobbled lane of traditional restaurants with live music. The Temple of Saint Sava, among the largest Orthodox churches in the world, has a gold mosaic dome, and the Nikola Tesla Museum tells the inventor's story.

Rivers, islands and Zemun

Ada Ciganlija, a river island turned into a lake with pebble beaches, is where Belgraders swim and cycle in summer. Floating bars and restaurants line the riverbanks, and Zemun, once a separate town on the Danube, has fish restaurants and the Gardoš Tower. The Museum of Yugoslavia includes the House of Flowers, where Tito is buried.

When to plan your visit

Spring and autumn bring mild days that suit long walks along the rivers. Summers are hot and lively, with outdoor concerts and river life, while winters are cold but quieter. Most sights are within walking distance of Republic Square, and trams, buses and taxis are good value for longer journeys across the city. A long weekend covers the fortress, the main churches and a few evenings on the river, with time left for a trip out to Zemun.

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