Tourist Attractions in Serbia

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Serbia

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About Serbia

Serbia is located in south-eastern Europe. Winters in the country are cold, snowy and short. There are 4 mountain systems in Serbia. This favours the development of ski tourism. Prices for skiing are relatively low, and new pistes appear regularly. The most popular resort is Kopaonik.

The country offers excellent opportunities for recovery. There are thermal springs and incredibly healing air. The most famous resorts are Sokobanja, Vrnjacka Banja, Bukovicka Banja. Serbia has a very rich nature. The Danube and the Djerdap Gorge cannot be ignored. Very interesting national park Shar-Planina, Tara, Fruska Gora. There is a popular lake in Belgrade, which is incredibly clean. Belgraders love to spend time in the park near it.

The culture of Serbia has survived thousands of years. Its monuments are numerous monasteries and churches, which are famous for their frescoes. Despite numerous wars, Serbian fortresses have been perfectly preserved and host not only tourists, but also various festivals, such as the EXIT music festival. The most popular cities in Serbia are Belgrade, Subotica, Novi Sad and Nis. Tourism in Serbia is not very popular. It is relatively inexpensive, but there is a lot to see. The country has many historical and architectural monuments, beautiful nature and pleasant climate.

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Top-28 Tourist Attractions in Serbia

Belgrade Fortress

 4.7/5

42253 reviews

For over 1000 years, the fortress has stood on a 125-metre high hill near the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. Its territory is divided into the Upper and Lower Town. Inside the fortress there are two ancient churches, monuments, ruins of Roman settlements and defence buildings. Five towers rise above the fortress, and you can enter the citadel through 12 gates. You can look at the magical scenery from the Kalemegdan Park. There you can also relax in a café.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Devič Monastery

 4.9/5

68 reviews

It is part of UNESCO heritage and consists of three monasteries and one church. A valuable example of Byzantine and Western Romanesque church architecture. They were built in the XIII-XVI centuries. First on the list of protected sites was the monastery of Vysokie Dečany. It is famous for its frescoes. It is a valuable example in Byzantine art. The other monasteries were included in the heritage site two years later.

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Djerdap National Park

 4.7/5

5115 reviews

It is one of the most beautiful places in Europe, where the Danube is in its full glory. In the Djerdap Gorge, near Golubac, it reaches its greatest width of 6.5 km and its greatest depth of 82 metres. Tourists are taken on cruises through the entire gorge, which consists of four smaller gorges and three hollows. In some places, 300 metre high cliffs rise above the river. There are also many ancient fortresses on the banks of the Danube.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Studenica Monastery

 4.9/5

4760 reviews

It is a male monastery located in the mountains on the right bank of the Studenica River. It is dedicated to the Dormition of the Virgin Mary and is one of the most luxurious and wealthy Serbian Orthodox monasteries. Studenica was founded in 1190 by Stefan Nemanja. There are two churches inside the monastery: the Church of the Virgin Mary and the Church of Joachim and Anna. The monastery is famous for its frescoes in Byzantine style.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Smederevo Fortress

 4.6/5

7385 reviews

The fortress was built in 1430, when Smederevo was the capital of the country. The fortress has the shape of a triangle. On one side it borders on the Danube, on the second side on the Jezava. The third side was protected by fortifications. The fortress was defended by a 2-metre high wall and 25 towers. In the Small Grad there was a printing house, a jeweller’s workshop, two churches, a palace and other buildings. Veliky Grad was a trade and craft centre.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Devil's Town

 4.7/5

1942 reviews

It is a legendary site on Mount Radan, 27 kilometres from the town of Kurshumlija. It consists of 202 stone pillars. Their height varies from 2 to 15 metres. The tops of the pillars are crowned with stone caps. Devil’s Town was formed due to weathering, but the locals have invented many legends. Therefore, many excursions are organised there at night.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Skadarlija

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It is a neighbourhood located along the 600-metre long Skadarska Street. Its history dates back to the 30s of the 19th century. Roma, craftsmen and traders settled there. A few decades later, artists and writers began to inhabit the street. That is why it is the most bohemian old quarter in Belgrade, with many galleries, antique shops, cafes and restaurants.

Stara Planina National Park

 4.8/5

4009 reviews

Shar-Planina is a mountain range 85 kilometres long. It is located in the central part of the Balkans. The area of the park is about 40 thousand hectares. The height of more than 100 peaks reaches 2000 metres, while about 30 peaks are over 2500 metres high. The highest mountain Bistra is located in Serbia, its height is 2651 metres. The park has an incredibly rich flora and fauna. In addition, there are more than 40 churches and monasteries, tombs, fortresses on its territory.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Ada Ciganlija

 4.7/5

2900 reviews

One of the largest piece lakes in Europe is located just a few kilometres from the centre of Belgrade. It is located near the Ada Ciganlija peninsula, a favourite recreational spot for Belgraders. Thanks to the filters installed on the dams, the water in the lake is the purest. A healing microclimate has formed there, and there is a lot of greenery on the island. There are more than 50 sports facilities for active recreation on Ada Ciganlija.

Sopocani Monastery

 4.9/5

1928 reviews

The Orthodox monastery in the valley of the Raška River was founded by Uroš I in 1263. A little later, the Church of St. Trinity was completed, which has been preserved to this day. The Trinity Church is interesting for its frescoes. They have light, light colours and depict biblical images and scenes from the life of kings of the Nemanjić dynasty. This is an incredible achievement of Serbian culture that has been perfectly preserved.

Open time

Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Petrovaradin Fortress's Clock

 4.8/5

9931 reviews

The impregnable fortress, which was the repository of the treasures of the Habsburg dynasty, is very well preserved. It was founded on the Danube in 1692 by Prince Krui for defence against the Turks. At that time there were 16 kilometres of underground passages under the fortress. Today it houses an archive, museums, cafes, restaurants, hotels and galleries. It also hosts music fans who come to the EXIT festival every year.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Sirogojno

 0/5

It is an open-air museum. Its territory is 15 hectares. On it you can see old huts built without a single nail, household items, a smithy, a bakery, the Church of St Peter and St Paul. There you can also buy previously immensely popular knitted clothes made of warm wool. Sirogojno is surrounded by beautiful nature, and the air there is considered curative.

Tara national park

 4.9/5

354 reviews

It is a park in the west of Serbia. It occupies a part of Mount Tara, and its area is 22 thousand hectares. There are gorges, canyons, cavities, coves and caves in the park. There is also the shortest river in Europe, the Vrelo. Its length is 365 metres. In the park you can fish in the cleanest lakes, taste the local alcoholic drink – rakija “Klekovaca”. The park is rich in flora and fauna, and various festivals are organised there in summer.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Fortress of Niš

 4.6/5

15127 reviews

The history of the fortress dates back to the 2nd century BC. It stands on the bank of the Nishava River and its area is over 22 hectares. Byzantine and Roman buildings have been preserved on its territory. The present appearance of the fortress was given by Turkish architects in the XIII century. Inside the fortress there is a park, an art gallery, a cafe. And if its gates are restored, it can become architecturally and functionally complete.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Manasija Monastery

 4.9/5

6180 reviews

The monastery was founded by Despot Stefan Lazarević in the early 15th century. It is located near the town of Despotovac. The monastery was fortified with walls and 11 towers. There was a huge library on its territory, and books were copied. It is a valuable monument of Serbian culture. Manasija’s frescoes are also popular. The monastery includes cells, refectory and the Church of the Holy Trinity.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

The Temple of Saint Sava

 4.8/5

31947 reviews

On the Belgrade Plateau, proudly overlooking the city, is one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world. It is the Church of St Sava. It was begun in 1935, on the site where the relics of St Sava were burnt. But the work was interrupted and resumed only 40 years after the war. To this day, finishing works are being carried out in one part of the temple. The height of the shrine is 82 metres and the weight of the dome is 4 tonnes.

Open time

Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Žiča

 0/5

It is a convent in the historical region of Raška. It was founded at the beginning of the 12th century. The Ascension Cathedral of the monastery was the place where the rulers of Serbia were crowned. A total of 19 rulers were crowned there. Paintings from 1220-1221 have been preserved in the Church of the Ascension. Because of the war, the monastery was severely damaged, and its medieval frescoes were destroyed. Today, Žića is one of the largest monasteries in Serbia.

Nikola Tesla Museum

 4.3/5

13261 reviews

It is the only museum in the world that owns the scientist’s real personal belongings: patents, blueprints, letters, photographs, drawings, and books. It was founded on 5 December 1952 in a mansion in Belgrade. On the ground floor you can not only see, but also experience the inventions. Visitors have a chance to feel like a Jedi, to try out Tesla’s Coil. The first floor houses the scientist’s belongings.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Gazimestan Monument

 4.7/5

344 reviews

It is a monument to Serbian history and culture. It is set a few kilometres from the site of the Battle of Kosovo. It bears the text of the Kosovo Oath, which Prince Lazar took. The number of Turkish troops was several times greater than the Serbian army. One of the Serbs killed the Sultan, but his son became the commander of the army. Lazar was killed in the same battle, his daughter was sent to the harem, and the Serbs lost their independence.

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Kula

 0/5

It is an impressive and grim monument of history. It was built by the Turks when they suppressed a Serbian uprising in 1809. The rebel leader shot into a powder magazine, destroying himself and his army. Then Turkish troops skinned the Serbian skulls, stuffed them with straw and sent them to the Sultan. They built a gloomy tower out of 952 Serb skulls. Only 58 have survived to this day, and they are surrounded by a chapel.

Gamzigrad

 0/5

It is an architectural ensemble located in the east of Serbia. It was built in the III-IV century by order of the emperor. On its territory there is a palace, fortifications, cathedrals, a triumphal arch and a memorial. The complex can be considered a small town. It is a vivid example of traditional Roman architecture. In 2007 it was included in the UNESCO heritage list.

Resavska Pecina

 4.8/5

4825 reviews

It is a natural cave 20 km from Despotovac, which is one of the most visited caves. Its length is 2850 metres, the length of the tourist route is 800 metres. It is generously decorated by nature. Inside it are stalagmites, stalactites, columns, petrified waterfalls. This cave is about 80 million years old. Its area is divided into four observation halls. It is also said that before the Battle of Kosovo, Serbs hid treasures in the caves.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Vrnjačka Banja

 0/5

It is the most popular balneological resort in the Rash region. It treats diseases of digestive organs and diabetes. It is famous for its thermal springs, the temperature of which is equal to the human body temperature. They are located in a park zone, and near them there are monasteries and ancient buildings, which are included in the UNESCO heritage list.

Pokajnica Monastery

 4.8/5

715 reviews

It is an Orthodox monastery located in central Serbia near the town of Velika Plana. It is one of the few monuments of wooden architecture in the country. The monastery was built in 1818 by Vujica Vulicevic. A year before it was built, he participated in the murder of his godfather. According to legend, the monastery received its name as a sign of the prince’s repentance.

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Drvengrad

 0/5

The village was created by Serbian film director Emir Kusturica for the film Life as a Miracle. It is the realisation of his childhood dream of an ideal village. It is located on the slope of the Mokra Gora mountain near the town of Uzice. Today the village welcomes tourists and has a hotel, a cinema, a library, a gallery and a church. There is a restaurant, a pastry shop, a swimming pool and much more. All the houses are made of wood.

The Šargan Eight

 4.7/5

86 reviews

It is a narrow-gauge railway that runs between the settlements of Mokra Gora and Shargan-Vitasi. Its laying started in 1916. Today, the train runs as a tourist route in the shape of a figure eight. Tourists are greeted by stunning views, the fortress in Užice and ancient stations. The carriages are rarities, you can climb on them and touch everything.

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Sokobanja

 0/5

A resort in eastern Serbia near the town of Niš. Sokobanja lies between the mountains. The Sokobanjska Moravica River flows next to the resort. It is a wellness centre for the treatment of non-specific lung diseases. It is rich in thermal springs saturated with radon. The ionised mountain air of the spa is considered beneficial. The climate there is pleasant, without fogs and winds.

Zlatibor

 0/5

It is a tourist area in the mountainous region of Serbia. It is located 30 kilometres from Belgrade. Zlatibor is a health resort, which is famous for its healing air. The numerous towns are quiet and very clean. Cottages and hotels have been built for tourists, and prices in restaurants and cafes are low. The centre of the region is the town of Kraljevo-Vode surrounded by pine trees. The hills are very picturesque in this area. Tourists like to take photos here.