Novi Sad.
Known as the 'Serbian Athens,' Novi Sad is a laid-back city of culture, baroque architecture, and the mighty Petrovaradin Fortress. It is a city that moves at its own gentle pace, offering a charming contrast to the intensity of Belgrade.
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Hotels in Novi Sad
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Stay near the Old Centre for walking access.
Flights to Novi Sad
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Local Transport
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Guided Tours
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Free walking tours are a great first-day activity.
48 Hours in Novi Sad.
Day 1: Fortress & Old Town
Petrovaradin Fortress
Explore the 'Gibraltar on the Danube,' visit the Clock Tower, and walk the underground military galleries.
Trg Slobode
The main square featuring the Name of Mary Church and the neo-renaissance City Hall.
Dunavska Street
Walk the oldest street in the city, lined with colorful facades, boutiques, and cozy cafes.
Day 2: Nature & Wine
Dunavski Park
Relax in the city's most beautiful park before heading out to the nearby Fruลกka Gora.
Sremski Karlovci
A short hop away, this baroque town is the spiritual and cultural heart of Serbia, famous for its wine.
Ribarsko Ostrvo
Enjoy fresh river fish and local wine at a 'ฤarda' (traditional riverside tavern) on the Danube.
Where to Stay?
Stari Grad
HistoricThe city center, ideal for being close to the pedestrian zone and major cultural institutions.
Petrovaradin
QuaintLocated across the river beneath the fortress, offering a more historic and quiet atmosphere.
Liman
ModernA residential area known for its proximity to the Danube beaches and the University park.
Local Secrets
The Drunken Clock
The fortress clock has swapped hands: the big hand shows hours and the small hand shows minutes, so sailors could see the hour from afar.
ล trand Beach
In summer, the entire city moves to ล trand, one of the best sandy beaches on the entire course of the Danube.
EXIT Festival
Every July, the fortress hosts one of Europe's biggest music festivals, turning the historic site into a massive party.
Escapes from Novi Sad.
Fruลกka Gora
A National Park home to 16 Orthodox monasteries and some of Serbia's best wineries.
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