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WHY BOOK A TRIP TO SERBIA?
Serbia’s affordable cities, which tell the story of a fascinating and turbulent history with striking architecture and engrossing museums, are also home to delicious Balkan delicacies and unique monuments.
Yet the country’s natural wonders are just as worth visiting too, with magnificent mountain views, beautiful lakes and even wild bears among the sights on show in this overlooked destination.
With some of its nearby neighbours grabbing most of the attention, you’re free to explore this lesser-known country without throngs of tourists crowding all the best spots.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What's the best time of year to visit Serbia?
To avoid the summer heat, the best times to visit Serbia are during the spring (March to May) and the autumn (September to October).
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What’s the climate like?
Serbia generally has cold and dry winters, and warm, humid summers. It has a more Mediterranean climate in the south, with hotter summers, while there’s heavy winter snowfall in the mountains.
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What's the currency?
Serbian dinar
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What's the local language?
Serbian
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Time zone(s)
Serbia is on Central European Standard Time, which is GMT+1, putting it an hour ahead of the UK, six hours ahead of New York and nine hours ahead of LA
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Major airports
- Nikola Tesla Airport, Belgrade (BEG)
- Niš Constantine the Great Airport (INI)
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What are the best places to visit?
- Tara National Park – Serbia’s natural beauty isn’t as celebrated as it ought to be, and the Tara National Park is one of the best places to find it, with the stunning Perucac Lake surrounded by undulating green hills and more wild bears than anywhere else in the country
- Niš – the third largest city in Serbia and home to fascinating historical sights like the Niš Fortress and the Skull Tower, a 200 year old structure, with skulls embedded in it, constructed by the Ottoman Empire to warn people about the consequences of staging an uprising
- Ovcar-Kablar Gorge – another fine example of the natural delights found throughout Serbia, the views from the top of the gorge are sensational, while its hiking trails are highly rated
- Belgrade – the feel of a modern European city, with far fewer crowds, this underrated gem has beautiful architecture, a rich and fascinating history and plenty of places to enjoy the local cuisine
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Top five local dishes to try?
- Cevapi – a Balkan favourite consisting of grilled meat served with pitta breads and salad
- Sarma – cabbage leaves stuffed with meat, rice and onions, a real Serbian classic
- Burek – flaky pastry stuffed with either meat or cheese, in Serbia a debate has continued for years about which of the two options is the true burek
- Prebranac – a hearty winter bean stew that is either served as is, with beans and veg in a tomato sauce, or with the addition of meat like bacon or sausage
- Knedle – this Serbian dessert is made of a mashed potato dumpling, stuffed with fruit, usually plums, although modern day versions can be found with fillings like Biscoff, Nutella and other confectionary