History and Culture in my Belgrade

Overview

On this tour, we will cover everything - Serbian culture, past and present times, the most intriguing historical events, traditions, lifestyle, and hidden gems. If you want to experience Belgrade like a local, feel the authentic vibe of the city, and understand Serbian culture, this is a tour for you. Your host will be a girl born and raised in Belgrade, madly in love with Serbia, who obtained formal and practical knowledge in Serbian tourism development and strives to share her passion and personal experiences with you! I don't want you to feel like a guest in my country. I want Serbia to become your second home. Live like a Serb for a day with me! :)

What's included

• Snacks

Meeting and pickup

Meet at the start point

What to expect

1. I will meet you in front of this magnificent church (the second largest in Belgrade), tell you about the main historical events in Serbia, and enter the church with you, explaining the most interesting customs in Serbian culture and religion. I will also show you the remains of one of the greatest medieval rulers of Serbia and give you an opportunity to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this place.

   20 min

2. Here you will see buildings destroyed during the bombing in 1999 and hear tragic stories from the 90s. We will also talk about Yugoslavia, Serbian economy and contemporary life.

   20 min

3. Beautiful park with a relaxing atmosphere, famous for many mysteries and underground passages.

   15 min

4. You will hear why this monumental building was famous for "game of thrones" and find out the background of the biggest protests in Serbia that occurred here.

   10 min

5. The youngest square in the city and the beautiful fountain related to some crazy contemporary customs of youngsters in Belgrade.

   10 min

6. You will see the only hotel in Serbia inscribed on the list of Historic hotels worldwide.

   Pass by

7. This stop is reserved for traditional Serbian products tasting in the small local store in the Belgrade design district (hidden local gem). Here you will have an opportunity to enjoy authentic hand-made Serbian flavors, hear about old customs, traditions, and hospitality in Serbia, and learn how Serbs say cheers! You will try domestic rakija, wine, natural juices, jam, slatko, honey and get familiar with local life.

   30 min

8. Enjoy the bustling atmosphere of the most famous square in Belgrade.

   10 min

9. We will cross the main pedestrian zone in Belgrade, famous for live atmosphere, street musicians, and cozy cafes.

   Pass by

10. We will admire the Students' Square and park, and talk about education in Serbia.

    10 min

11. We will walk through the Dorcol neighborhood with unique graffiti while listening to intriguing stories from the past.

    15 min

12. You will see the only preserved mosque in Belgrade from 273 that existed in the past. We will talk about almost 5 centuries-long Ottoman influences in Serbia.

    15 min

13. Check out the architecture of the oldest "kafana" (traditional restaurant) in Belgrade.

    10 min

14. We will stroll down the cobblestoned street in one of the oldest areas in Belgrade, admire unique cultural heritage and the Orthodox church, and approach a beautiful viewpoint, where you will see the panorama of New Belgrade, the Sava river, and traditional Serbian "splavs". We will discuss past and present times, cultural influences, and contrasts in Belgrade.

    10 min

Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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