Things to do in Central Banat District

Knez Mihailova Street is a shopping avenue in central Belgrade popular with local residents and vacationers. It is among the most iconic parts of the city and has a history stretching back as far as the Romans. Explore the shops and restaurants of this eclectic street with your family and friends.

Kalemegdan Park is a vast open space with green fields, monuments and pathways that meander through forests. It stands atop a cliff overlooking the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, adding to its scenic setting in the shadow of the Kalemegdan Citadel. Take part in the many sports activities and cultural events that occur here regularly.

Explore the colossal hilltop complex of Petrovaradin Fortress. Enjoy views of the Danube from the castle’s battlements, learn about its 300-year history via museum exhibits and wander through a maze of subterranean tunnels. Slaves began the construction of Petrovaradin Fortress in 1692 and building work continued for 88 years. Prior to the construction of the castle, Paleolithic people, Celts, Romans and Turks used the rock on which it stands as a fortification.

As the historic site of dozens of bloody battles, Kalemegdan Citadel is the proud emblem of Belgrade. After being destroyed and rebuilt more than 40 times over the centuries, today it is a lively area with fairs and restaurants. Wander through this old-world treasure that once enclosed the city’s entire population.

The Church of the Virgin Mary (Crkva Imena Marijinog) is one of the major attractions of Liberty Square. Also known as the Name of Mary Church, this religious landmark is both an architectural masterpiece and Novi Sad’s most important Catholic place of worship. Visit the Church of the Virgin Mary to appreciate the design of its façade and collection of sublime altars and windows.