Travel Guide Belgrade (Београд)
It is one of the oldest cities in Europe, at the confluence of the Sava and the Danube, surrounded by wooded mountains, both river port and capital. Many times destroyed and always rebuilt. Belgrade is the capital of Serbia. A simple stroll through the city with your tour guide offers you a valuable experience: here you meet Orthodox, Catholics and Muslims, that is to say Serbs, Croats, Bosnians, Hungarians and Albanians. A cultural and religious melting pot which makes the richness of Belgrade, passed under the yoke of the Romans, the Turks, the communists... Today, this romantic city with Slavic accents, half Eastern, half Western, distils a very particular charm. The destination, a university town, is renowned for its festive nightlife, with clubs open until the early hours. Night owls particularly appreciate the barges lined up along the banks of the Danube and Sava rivers. In the city, traditional restaurants and bars see poets declaiming verses and live musicians. We will visit the immense church of Saint Sava, all in domes and arches and several very interesting museums among which the National Museum, the Zepter museum dedicated to the Serbian artists, the museum of the History of Yugoslavia, of Communism. We will walk in the pedestrian district of the city center, Knez Mihailova, we will spot the Belgrade fortress and we will take a walk in the park of Kalemegdan. Finally, you will not be able to resist embarking on a small cruise on the Danube.
What to visit Belgrade (Београд)?
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When to go to Belgrade (Београд)?
When to go to Serbia and Belgrade? Although the high tourist season starts in May and ends in October, the best time to go to Serbia is during the spring season, but especially in autumn, when the weather is sunny, rainfall is low and temperatures are mild. Winter sports enthusiasts should choose the winter season, which runs from December to the end of March. Generally speaking, the climate is quite dry, especially in winter when, however, fog is both frequent and dense. Keep an eye on the cultural agenda, there are events all year round, film festival, theater festival, music festival...
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Serbia has two types of climate. In the northern and eastern plains, the climate is continental, with cold winters and very hot summers. In the center of the country, in the mountainous massifs, a semi-continental climate prevails, with a milder summer and especially a resplendent autumn. In Belgrade, a moderate continental climate prevails with an annual average temperature of 12°C. However, even in the capital, very hot summers are now commonplace.
In Belgrade, people pay in Serbian dinar (RSD). Belgrade remains a very economic destination for a majority of Europeans. Everything is much cheaper on a daily basis: restaurants, bars and transport. However, hotels, as long as a good level of services is desired, are close to French rates, particularly in Belgrade. On the cultural side, everything is fine. Museums, cinemas, theatres or concerts are very affordable in Belgrade.
A valid passport or national identity card is required to travel to Serbia. Since 2003, there has been no longer any need for a tourist visa for the French, Belgians or Swiss. However, the Boravak, a white card issued by hotels, should be kept because it may be required. Also, if you live with private individuals, they must officially register you with the police within 48 hours of your arrival in Belgrade.
There are quite a few pharmacies (apoteka) in Serbia and their density is even higher in Belgrade than in a large French city. In case of ongoing medical treatment, carry a personal stock as it is not certain that your medicine exists in Serbia under the same name. No particular health risk here, no compulsory vaccination to enter Serbia. If the water is drinkable in Belgrade, mineral water bottles are preferred.
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How to go to Belgrade (Београд)? Our advice & tips
Serbia is opening up more and more to tourism, so you will have no trouble finding a tour operator or travel agency that knows the country's main tourism players to set up an itinerary. Some agencies even specialize in certain themes or regions of Serbia, itinerant hiking trips, cultural stays, visits to discover Belgrade, etc. You can combine a visit to the country with a visit to its Balkan neighbours.
Discover our selection of travel agencies for this destinationThe average price of a return flight to Belgrade from Western Europe is very affordable since some low-cost airlines offer this destination. It should be noted that the price variation depends on the company borrowed, the time taken to book, whether or not there is a stopover, but above all on the dates. To obtain attractive rates, it is essential to do so in advance, as well as to enjoy pleasant accommodation at a good price.
The bus network serves all cities and the vast majority of villages in Serbia. Those who travel on major international routes are comfortable and modern. Travelling by train in Serbia is a real pleasure for those who can take their time. Whether in the mountains of the west of the country, on the steep coast or in the plains, the landscape will always be much better appreciated by train. A personal or rental car nevertheless remains a guarantee of autonomy. Otherwise, in Belgrade, taxis and public transport (tramway) will suffice.
