One of Europe’s oldest continually inhabited cities, Belgrade is bursting with contrasts. You’ll find centuries-old fortresses and communist-era buildings side by side with sleek cafes and vibrant street art.
The Kalemegdan Fortress offers panoramic views of the Danube and Sava rivers, while the bohemian quarter of Skadarlija invites you to enjoy Serbian food, music, and hospitality. Belgrade’s nightlife is legendary, especially on the floating river clubs known as splavovi.
Although the world is generally a safe place, and strangers are often more kind and well-meaning than evil, there are locations where travelers typically shouldn’t venture, places ravaged by wars, terrorism, civil unrest, or violent crime.