For the last couple of days, I’ve sat at my computer, edited videos about Belgrade, Serbia, and responded to people who reached out to me wanting to learn a bit more about the city. Then I thought, why not write up an article (and shoot a video) where I answer five of the most asked questions about Belgrade, Serbia. So let’s get into it.
Where is Belgrade located?
The Republic of Serbia is located within the Balkan Peninsula. It borders other non-Schengen countries such as Romania, Bulgaria, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The capital city of Belgrade lies in the northern section of Serbia. During my exploration of the Balkan region, I spent 30 days in Bucharest, the capital city of Romania. Sofia, which is the capital of Bulgaria. And Belgrade. Without getting too in-depth, all those cities had their charm. If I had to rank them, however, I would say Belgrade was my favorite, Bucharest, a very close second, and Sofia in third. Again, each city was great, but there is one attraction that puts Belgrade at the top for me and leads us into question number two.
Why visit Belgrade?
The answer to that is simple: The Fortress.
I am a big fan of attractions in which one can go for a relaxing walk or run, read, write, or drink some beers and contemplate life. But that’s not all; such an attraction should also be free to experience so one can come and go as one pleases. To take it to the highest level of awesomeness, it has to offer an epic view. In this case, it was the Sava and Danube River at sunset, which is stunning.
Finding an attraction that has all those elements can be found around Europe. The thing that separates the fortress in Belgrade from other places is that it is located right next to the city center. You don’t have to take a one-hour bus ride out of town or go on a two-hour hike to get a killer view. One can quickly go from having a few beers at a bar to exploring the fortress. It all culminates in relaxing and epic moments, and it’s why I think you should visit Belgrade.
Which Area To Stay?
I recommend staying in the bohemian quarter called Skadarlija. It’s the most popular area in Belgrade and for a good reason. Great restaurants, bars, and overall energy.
On a Side Note: out of my year-long journey through Europe, I had the most flavorful dishes in Belgrade. I had a pork piece covered in spices of awesomeness, a hearty burger and beer from a spot called Beer Code, and a sword with chicken and veggies. A sword with chicken and vegetables. I must have skimmed over the sword aspect and went straight to the chicken portion because when they brought that dish out, I was stunned for a second or two.
But returning to Skadarlija: Unlike popular areas of a city such as Paris or London, you’re never overwhelmed by tourists, so you can relax and breathe when walking around. The most crucial part is that this neighborhood is pretty close to the fortress, which is optimal.
How many days in Belgrade?
It all depends on your style of travel, but If I had to throw out a number, I would say four days. Suppose you are doing a Balkan tour of cities in that area, such as Bucharest and Sofia. In that case, I recommend dedicating a higher amount of days to Belgrade, mainly if your style is aimed at relaxing and taking your time with a city.
The fifth and final question. And this is an important one.
Can I drink the tap water?
Yes, you can. That may sound like a silly question, but it’s not. It’s an essential one. For one, I drink water like crazy, so having access to large quantities of water is vital. And from my research, and inquiries into the matter, the tap water is safe to drink.
All countries aren’t like that; some recommend you buy bottled water. Nothing sucks more than having to carry two gallons of water up multiple flights of stairs every other day. Latvia, I’m looking at you. Thankfully that’s not the case for Belgrade, at least in the apartment that I stayed in.
But there you go, ladies and gentlemen, five important questions about Belgrade, Serbia, in which I hope helps you to plan out your next adventure. Any questions or comments, please feel free to leave them in the comments section below. If you learned something here today, please consider subscribing to my YouTube channel and hit that like button–for any show of support is much appreciated. And as always, remember to work hard, invest in yourself, and travel the world.