The best cities in Serbia to live in - Move to Serbia

Serbia is an amazing destination that catches the attention of many travelers recently.

When you think of Serbia and its famous cities, we are sure that you first think of only two cities. Despite being a proud nation with a huge history, Serbia remains relatively undiscovered. This is a real shame, as the country is full to the breaking point with dynamic cities, gorgeous nature, and some of the best food on the continent.

Here are 4 of the best towns from the nation of Tesla, Pupin, and Milankovic.

Belgrade

Serbia’s capital, Belgrade, is one of the liveliest cities on the continent. It’s the city that never sleeps with legendary nightlife and a passionate populace. Belgrade has a lot of areas to explore, like countless museums, galleries, monuments, etc.

Start your visit at a 600-year-old Kalemegdan Fortress. Today it’s a huge city park, a calm shelter from the busy streets, and a zone of relaxation. There you can have a nice panoramic view of the New Belgrade across and the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. The entrance to the Kalemegdan Fortress is free of charge.

Not far from Kalemegdan is Skadarska street or Skadarlija, which was once the bohemian street of the city. Today this is the most famous restaurant area. This cobblestone street represents the old Serbian way of dining and socializing. There you can have lunch at one of many old bistros (kafana) with live music string orchestras, try the local Serbian specialties. If you are a meat lover, order karađorđeva šnicla (meat stuffed with ham and cheese) and punjena vešalica (minced meat stuffed with cheese and rolled in bacon). Don’t forget to try the best rakija in the world!

You’ll need to head onto the river itself to end the night in typical Belgrade style. Splavovi, or floating pubs, clubs, and restaurants, are moored around Belgrade’s waterways (or splav for short).

Don’t miss it for the world if you want to have a fantastic night in Belgrade.

Novi Sad

For years, Novi Sad is known as the Serbian Athens and you’ll see why.

Begin your day at the Petrovaradin Fortress, probably Novi Sad’s most famous site. This is the home of the world-famous EXIT Festival, which takes place each July on the south bank of the Danube, across the river from the city center. Aside from the musical events, the Petrovaradin Fortress is a fantastic spot to visit at any time of year.

The town’s biggest spot is Freedom Plaza (Trg Slobode), a large square surrounded by gorgeous architecture and a lot of history. The area is dominated by two great structures, the Neo-Gothic Catholic Cathedral on the one side and the Neo-Renaissance City Hall, with a statue of Svetozar Mileti in the middle, on the other side.

Don’t forget to stop in the lovely, green Dunavski (Danube) Park! This amazing space offers a great break from a warm day with plenty of shady benches and a lovely pond where you can even see bullfrogs and turtles.

Subotica

When you arrive in Subotica, it’s easy to believe you’ve passed into Hungary because everything in this town has a Hungarian character. Here you can see Serbia’s finest examples of Art Nouveau architecture, and they don’t come much better than the glorious City Hall.

If you need a perfect place to relax, you’ll find it in Mulberry Forest (Dudova Šuma), a 200-year-old city park. You won’t be walking alone, since hedgehogs and squirrels populate this park.

Don’t miss your chance to visit Lake Palić. The lake is situated just outside Subotica, and it’s the best spot to chill in the afternoon. A book in one hand and a beer in the other, what else do you need?

Nis

Nis is Serbia’s third-largest city which differs significantly from the previous three. Although it is impossible to shake off an occupation when it leaves behind gruesome structures like the famed Skull Tower, the Balkan influence is evident here.

The Skull Tower is the most iconic spot in the city, which is a reminder of Ottoman rule for more than 500 years. You can come to see skulls, but you’ll stay for the country’s best meals.

Nis is the most well-known in the country for its delectable and fatty burek, often accompanied with yogurt. “Jogurt” is a popular drink served with burek.

Thanks in part to its enormous student population, Nis has an energetic music scene. There you can find so many events and festivals to enjoy.