Category: Life in Belgrade
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Belgrade’s most photogenic spots
Belgrade’s beauty is often found in its hidden corners and dramatic vistas. For those looking to capture the perfect shot, here are our top suggestions. Most of the spots listed below are within walking distance, and ordered so that they can easily be visited together. Kalemegdan and downtown Kalemegdan Victor plateau Kalemegdan Ružica church Lower
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Rent a parking spot in Belgrade with this app!
Finding a parking spot in any part of Belgrade has become a struggle in the last couple of years. Meanwhile, there are plenty of unused spaces in private garages. Enter Lako Parkiraj app. This app lets you rent a parking spot in private garages across Belgrade from 0.5 € If you plan to come to
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Taxi in Belgrade
Below is a list of taxi providers in Belgrade with phones, alternative contacts and websites. Currently only Naxis taxi offers credit card payments. ALO TAXI: 19988, 011/356-4555 ALFA TAXI: 19807 BEOTAXI: 19999, 19700 | Viber/WhatsApp: 066460101 | SMS: 9700 | Skype: radiobeotaxi BEOGRADSKI TAXI: 19801, 0800-11-98-01 BG TAKSI: 19800 BELL: 19808 NAXIS TAXI: 19804 | Website:
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Dom Omladine Beograda
Dom Omladine Beograda (Home of the Youth of Belgrade) is a cultural and educational institution of the City of Belgrade. It’s activities feature all types of art: music, film, theater, visual arts and new media.
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Delta City shopping mall
Delta City was the first of the new generation of shopping malls to open in Belgrade, and today is the second largest (after Ušće), yet still preferred by many visitors thanks to thematic events, unique lifestyle and fashion details. It features numerous shops of popular local and worldwide brands, a large variety of trendy cafes
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Open Trade Center (Buvljak) – flea market
The official name of Belgrade’s largest flea market is Otvoreni Tržni Centar (Open Trade Center), yet most people know it as Buvljak. While it’s not a classic flea market with second hand goods, it is usually cheaper to buy here than in stores around the city, so most citizens buy whatever they can here. At
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Kafana ? (Question Mark)
The Question mark kafana is the oldest kafana (traditional restaurant) in Belgrade. It is a small charming house built in the traditional Balkan style at the beginning of the 19th century, across the street from the cathedral. Though it is a bit touristy, it is worth visiting for the delicious Serbian meals, the cozy atmosphere
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Belgrade Fair
Also known as: Beogradski Sajam, Sajam Belgrade Fair is the largest and most successful trade fair institution in Serbia and the Southeast Europe region, bringing countless manufacturers and organizations in various fields together at the many events held during the year on the fair grounds. It is also a landmark of Belgrade, especially Hall 1,
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Savamala, the new cultural and clubbing destination
Savamala is a resurrecting elite neighborhood in the heart of Belgrade and the center of the capital’s cultural life, home to several new art galleries and cultural centers. It is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city, showcasing spectacular architectural jewels, such as the Geozavod building, the Bristol hotel, Brankov bridge, as well as
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Parking and Garages in Belgrade
Parking in the city center is fairly cheap but very complicated, and the closer you are to the central zone, the tougher it gets. Sometimes you’ll need to circle around downtown streets up to half an hour in order to find a parking spot. A bit further from the city center, the situation is better
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Car rental in Belgrade
Driving a car in Belgrade can be quite a challenge, especially for foreigners, and parking is even worse. Due to heavy traffic jams, wild drivers and a poor infrastructure I can only recommend to avoid driving through the city’s central zones whenever possible. Also, have in mind that the center is rather narrow and walkable,
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Coffee culture in Belgrade and Serbia
Serbs drink a lot of coffee. All sorts of coffee. The most popular traditional coffee, also known as Turska (Turkish) comes unfiltered, in small cups. You can order traditional coffee almost everywhere and anytime. Sometimes with traditional coffee comes ratluk, a sweet with jello & almonds. Beside the traditional coffee, during the last couple of
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Belgrade rivers & lakes
Belgrade is the only European capital that lies on two huge rivers – the Sava and Danube. These rivers are the treasure of the city. For centuries they have connected the city with the world and served as borders between empires, provided the citizens with food, fresh water and recreation. Beside these two large rivers
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Drinking water and Toilets in Belgrade – Map
Here’s a handy map, especially during summer, with drinking water fountains around the city. Drinkable water fountains Public toilets The map is provided in best intent. Some items might be displaced or not working. Many are yet to be added.
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Tips for surviving the summer in Belgrade
The summers in Belgrade usually get very hot and moist (seriously), with temperatures rounding 40o Celsius. This year the summer is a bit early, and the heat is already here. To avoid collapse and keep having a good time, here are a couple of tips (I’m not a doctor!): Drink a lot (non-alcoholic beverages) Avoid
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