History and Culture in my Belgrade
Description
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! :)
Tour Options
Itinerary
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.
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.
Beautiful park with a relaxing atmosphere, famous for many mysteries and underground passages.
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.
The youngest square in the city and the beautiful fountain related to some crazy contemporary customs of youngsters in Belgrade.
You will see the only hotel in Serbia inscribed on the list of Historic hotels worldwide.
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.
Enjoy the bustling atmosphere of the most famous square in Belgrade.
We will cross the main pedestrian zone in Belgrade, famous for live atmosphere, street musicians, and cozy cafes.
We will admire the Students' Square and park, and talk about education in Serbia.
We will walk through the Dorcol neighborhood with unique graffiti while listening to intriguing stories from the past.
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.
Check out the architecture of the oldest "kafana" (traditional restaurant) in Belgrade.
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.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(41)
It was a lovely experience! Marija is passionate about her job and her country, this makes te tour really awesome! She does different tours, ask her about it and she will give you the tour that fits you as a group!!!
Maria is excellent guide explains very well goes to your very pleasant pace knows a lot about the subject. I highly recommend it
¡Muchas gracias desde el fondo de mi corazón! Thank you so much! I am glad you enjoyed! :)
Unlike the usual tours, The History, Culture, and Traditional Food Tour in Belgrade takes you to hidden spots and lets you taste authentic Serbian dishes. It is a great way to dive into the city's rich past and vibrant culture. Marija is super passionate about sharing local stories and traditions, making the whole experience really fun and interesting. It's a fantastic choice if you're looking for something different and want to enjoy Belgrade like a local.
Dear Aleksandra, thank you so much for your kind words! I am glad you were satisfied! :)
We were so lucky to have our first introduction to Belgrade be with Marija. We stayed in seven different cities on our recent trip and, I'm embarrassed to admit, we weren't super excited about Belgrade. All of that changed when we met Marija. Her passion and love for her city is contagious. Walking around the city with Marija was like having a friend show you around. We never felt awkward or rushed. By the end of the tour, we'd decided two days in Belgrade isn't nearly enough. We can't wait to return and give Belgrade the time it deserves.
Hi Nanette! It's always wonderful to hear that my efforts in providing local tours are appreciated. Knowing that I could contribute to making your experience enjoyable means the world to me. Hope to see you again in Serbia! :)
Fantastic experience Marija was very knowledgeable about the history of the region, and also did a great job blending the the history with the modern day life and experiences in Belgrade.
Hi Anthony! Thank you so much for your review! I am glad you liked the concept of the tour. :)
Excellent and informative walking tour. A young lady with a passion for her country, helping you understand its turbulent history and its amazing culture, cuisine and quirks. Thoroughly recommend this tour as your starting point in Belgrade.
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure to meet you and show you my Belgrade and its soul! :)
Marija indeed knows a lot about ''her'' Belgrade! Have learned a lot about the turbulent history. Kind and knowledgeable guide!
Dear Michel, thank you so much for the review! I am glad you enjoyed Belgrade with me! :)
The tour was very nice. Marija, our guide, was very knowledgeable and kind. She showed us some of the main spots in Belgrade and gave us a lot of interesting information regarding past history and current cultural trends of locals. The food tasting was very nice as well. Definitely recommend it.
Thank you so much! I am glad you enjoyed it! :)
Packed with insightful facts, knowledge. Very thoughtful tour, Maria was an excellent guide with a wealth of knowledge about Serbia and Belgrade. It was a great experience, so much info packed in it was amazing!
Dear Chuck, it was such a pleasure to spend time with you and show you my Belgrade and its secrets! I hope you enjoyed local sweets! :)
the best tour i ever had! 3 excellent interesting hours thanks to Maria, our guide. she is very professional, extremely friendly and extraordinarily skillful in her field. i already know Belgrade a bit, but learned a lot today in a very nice way! thank you very much! i can highly recommend this tour!
Dear Svetlana, thank you so much for your kind words! I am glad you enjoyed the tour! Hope to see you again in Belgrade! :)
