Serbia
Belgrade blends traces of the old Yugoslav era with a lively nightlife, while Novi Sad feels more laid-back. Overland travel to neighboring Balkan countries is easy, making it simple to combine with a wider regional trip.
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Belgrade
The capital of Serbia and one of the Balkans' leading cities, with a long history befitting its name, meaning "White City." As the former capital of Yugoslavia, it holds traces of a rich and varied past.
45 sights 9 guides Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Pristina
The capital of Kosovo, conveniently close to major nearby cities such as Niš and Skopje. Here you can see how the city has transformed through postwar reconstruction.
36 sights 9 guides Niš Constantine the Great Airport
Novi Sad
The capital of Serbia's northern autonomous province of Vojvodina and the country's second-largest city after Belgrade. It serves as the province's administrative and cultural center.
44 sights 9 guides Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Niš
The central city of the Nišava District in southern Serbia, long settled and steeped in history. Sites like the Skull Tower, Niš Fortress, and the Mediana ruins offer a good look at the city's past.
24 sights 9 guides Niš Constantine the Great Airport
Kragujevac
Serbia's fourth-largest city and the largest in the Šumadija region, also serving as its administrative center. Sites like Šumarice Memorial Park, the old cathedral, and the National Museum of Kragujevac make it a good place to explore the region's history.
16 sights 9 guides Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Top sights in Serbia
Temples & religious sites
Church of Saint Sava
This cathedral symbolizes the Serbian Orthodox Church and is a landmark of Belgrade's Vračar district. Its grand Byzantine-style architecture and towering dome make a striking impression.
Temples & religious sites
Gračanica monastery
A Serbian Orthodox monastery founded in 1321 by Serbian King Stefan Milutin. Part of the UNESCO World Heritage medieval monuments of Kosovo, it showcases centuries-old Orthodox architecture.
Heritage & monuments
National Library of Kosovo
The National Library of Kosovo is located in Pristina. As the country's leading library, it makes for a worthwhile short visit.
Museums & galleries
National Museum of Serbia
Located near Republic Square in central Belgrade, this is Serbia's largest and oldest museum. It's an easy stop to make while strolling through the city center.
Castles & palaces
Belgrade Fortress
An old fortress and Kalemegdan Park located where the Sava and Danube rivers meet. It is regarded as the historic center of Belgrade's old town and is protected as one of Serbia's foremost cultural heritage sites.
Views & landmarks
Skull Tower
A tower in Niš built by the Ottoman Empire from human skulls embedded in its walls after a battle during the 1809 Serbian uprising. Its tragic history leaves visitors with a solemn, reflective feeling.
Temples & religious sites
Bajrakli Mosque
A mosque in Belgrade built around 1575. It's the only one remaining from the many mosques the city had during Ottoman rule, giving it great historical significance.
Temples & religious sites
Cathedral of Saint Mother Teresa in Pristina
A Roman Catholic cathedral in Pristina dedicated to Mother Teresa. Located right in the city center, it's an easy stop for a light walk around downtown.
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