Important tourist information can be found at the site of Tourist Organization of Belgrade. Below we have selected several interesting destinations that you might like to visit.
Kalemegdan fortress.
The Fortress was built in stages, during the lengthy period between the 1st and 18th century, from a Roman castrum, through a Byzantine castle and the remains of the medieval capital of the Serb Despotate, all the way to an Austrian-Ottoman artillery fortification. The complex consists of the fortress itself, divided into the Upper Town (Despot’s Gate, Sahat kula - Clock Tower, Roman Well, Statue of the Victor), Lower Town (Nebojša Tower, Amam – Turkish bath, Gate of Charles VI) and the Kalemegdan Park, home to busts of important persons from Serbian history, science and culture. The Belgrade Fortress offers an exciting view of the confluence of Sava and Danube, of New Belgrade and Zemun. The Belgrade Zoo, known as the Garden of Hope, is also located in Kalemegdan Park.
Nikola Tesla museum. The museum preserving the complete heritage of the greatest Serbian scientist and inventor Nikola Tesla is located in the heart of Belgrade. In accordance with Tesla’s last will and testament, his heritage was moved to Belgrade in 1951. The permanent exhibit consists of the original documents, books, magazines, plans and drawings of the greatest Serbian inventor. An interesting 3 minute video about Tesla's work can be seen here.
National museum of Serbia in Belgrade is Serbia’s largest and oldest museum, located at Trg republike in the city center. It houses an extensive collection spanning prehistoric artifacts, classical antiquities, medieval heritage, and modern art, including works by both Serbian and international masters. Following its recent renovation, the museum offers a contemporary exhibition space that provides a comprehensive overview of the region’s cultural and artistic history.
The Cathedral of Saint Sava (Hram Svetog Save) is the largest Serbian Orthodox church and also one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world located on the Vračarski Plato in Belgrade. It was raised on the spot where it is thought that in 1595 Sinan-Pasha burned the relics of Saint Sava, founder of the Serbian Orthodox Church. Although still under construction, this monumental temple represents an organic part of modern vivid image of Belgrade, being one of its main features.
Skadarlija is a historic street, in an urban neighborhood in the downtown area of Belgrade. It is considered the main bohemian quarter of Belgrade from the early 19th century. This is the place to go if you want to get a feel of the atmosphere of Belgrade's old times, cruise art galleries, shop for antiques or souvenirs, or taste the best of local food in the famous inns Tri šešira (Three Hats), Dva jelena (Two Deer), Zlatni bokal (The Golden Chalice), Dva bela goluba (Two White Doves). Skadarlijan inns or kafanas have hosted many celebrities over the decades, such as Alfred Hitchcock, Jimi Hendrix, Josip Broz Tito, King Juan Carlos I of Spain, chess player Anatoly Karpov and many others. It is most frequently compared to the Paris quarter of Montmartre, both because of its appearance and its happy and creative atmosphere.
Ada Ciganlija is a river island that has artificially been turned into a peninsula, located in the Sava River’s course through central Belgrade. After stepping into Ada, you will enter the world of fun, relaxation and recreation situated in small, quite oasis in the middle of the city. During summer, Ada Ciganlija becomes like a small city with people come here to swim along the 7 kilometres of gravel beach, run, ride a bicycle, play all kinds of sports such as football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, baseball, golf, rugby, field hockey or lift their adrenaline levels with bungee jumping. For total relaxation you can just choose one of over 70 restaurants and cafes and enjoy hot summer afternoon while sipping cold drinks.
Zemun is a historical town and one of the 17 municipalities which constitute the City of Belgrade. Before 1934, it was a separate town but the development of New Belgrade in the late 20th century joined them together in a continuous urban area. The bank of the Danube is turned into Zemunski Kej, a kilometers long promenade, with various entertainment facilities, cafés and restourants. Gardoš kula, also known as the Millennium Tower, is one of the most recognizable landmarks of Zemun, located on Gardoš hill above the Danube. Built in 1896 during the Austro-Hungarian period, it offers panoramic views of the river, old town streets, and the surrounding area. Today, it is a popular viewpoint and a symbol of Zemun’s historical and cultural heritage.