7-Day Serbia Road Trip from Belgrade traveling east to City of Niš

Photo of Belgrade cityscape from the Sava river in Serbia in a beautiful summer day.
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Duration
7 days & 6 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
6 nights included
Car rental
7 days included
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-day road trip through Serbia.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Serbia. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 4 nights in Belgrade and 2 nights in Niš, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Serbia. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Belgrade and Niš. We'll help you experience the best 7 days in Serbia you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Belgrade, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Serbia, including the stunning Belgrade Fortress and The Temple of Saint Sava.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Serbia. From the magnificent Kalemegdan to the breathtaking Republic Square and Tašmajdan Park, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Niš Fortress and learn more about the unique Belgrade Zoo to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Belgrade and Niš, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Serbia. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Serbia.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Serbia. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Serbia.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Serbia.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Serbia has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Serbia. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Serbia extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Serbia fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Serbia today!

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Included

Hotel, 6 nights
Rental car, 7 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Svilajnats
Smederevo
Niš - city in SerbiaNiš / 2 nights
BelgradeBelgrade / 4 nights

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Attractions

Belgrade FortressBelgrade Fortress
Republic SquareRepublic Square
Saint Sava TempleSaint Sava Temple
KalemegdanKalemegdan
Београдски зоолошки вртБеоградски зоолошки врт
TašmajdanTašmajdan
Niš Fortress, Ниш (Црвени Крст), Градска општина Црвени Крст, Niš, City of Niš, Nisava Administrative District, Central Serbia, SerbiaNiš Fortress
St. Sava Park, Ниш (Медијана), Градска општина Медијана, City of Niš, Niš, Nisava Administrative District, Central Serbia, SerbiaSt Sava Park
Topčider park, МЗ Топчидерско брдо-Сењак, Београд (Савски венац), Savski Venac Urban Municipality, City of Belgrade, Central Serbia, SerbiaTopčider park
St. Mark Orthodox Church, МЗ Ташмајдан, Palilula, Palilula Urban Municipality, City of Belgrade, Central Serbia, SerbiaSt Mark Orthodox Church
Jevremovac Botanical GardenJevremovac Botanical Garden
Smederevo FortressSmederevo Fortress
Ripaljka Waterfall, Sokobanja, Sokobanja Municipality, Zajecar Administrative District, Central Serbia, SerbiaRipaljka Waterfall
Manasija MonasteryManasija Monastery
Park Čair, Ниш (Медијана), Градска општина Медијана, City of Niš, Niš, Nisava Administrative District, Central Serbia, SerbiaPark Čair
King Milan Square, Ниш (Медијана), Градска општина Медијана, City of Niš, Niš, Nisava Administrative District, Central Serbia, SerbiaKing Milan Square
Zemun City Park, Zemun, Zemun Urban Municipality, City of Belgrade, Central Serbia, SerbiaZemun City Park
Natural History Center of Srbija, Svilajnac, Svilajnac Municipality, Pomoravlje Administrative District, Central Serbia, SerbiaNatural History Center of Srbija
Lepterija, Sokobanja, Sokobanja Municipality, Zajecar Administrative District, Central Serbia, SerbiaLepterija
Park forest ZvezdaraPark forest Zvezdara
Skull TowerSkull Tower
Парк ,,Борићи”, Sokobanja, Sokobanja Municipality, Zajecar Administrative District, Central Serbia, SerbiaПарк , Борићи”
Karađorđe's Park railway stationKarađorđe's Park railway station
Карађорђев дуд
Nature Park Sicevo Canyon, Ostrovica, Градска општина Нишка Бања, City of Niš, Nisava Administrative District, Central Serbia, SerbiaNature Park Sicevo Canyon
Soko GradSoko Grad

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small car
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Day 1

Day 1 – Belgrade - arrival day

  • Belgrade - Arrival day
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  • Park forest Zvezdara
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Your road trip adventure in Serbia begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Belgrade. You’ll stay in Belgrade for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Belgrade has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Park forest Zvezdara. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,101 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Belgrade, Mezestoran Dvoriste. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,614 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Belgrade is Little Bay. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,917 customers.

Locals recommend Iva New Balkan Cuisine as one of the best restaurants in the city of Belgrade. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 811 customers.

Belgrade also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Belgrade is Bar Central. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,005 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Belgrade is Wurst Platz Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,332 customers.

Locals also enjoy Passengers Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,812 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Serbia!

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Day 2

Day 2 – Belgrade

  • Belgrade
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Drive 17 km, 1 hour 16 min

  • Београдски зоолошки врт
  • Belgrade Fortress
  • Kalemegdan
  • Republic Square
  • Zemun City Park
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Belgrade has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Belgrade by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Belgrade. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Belgrade, like the extraordinary Belgrade Zoo. This attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 24,296 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Belgrade is the spectacular Belgrade Fortress. This attraction is a fortress and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 43,933 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Kalemegdan. This hill has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 28,688 visitors.

Republic Square is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This square is a popular destination among visitors in Belgrade. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 36,063 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Zemun City Park. Zemun City Park is a park and popular attraction in Belgrade. More than 5,609 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Belgrade does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Belgrade on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Serbia, be sure to eat at Donji grad, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Belgrade. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 569 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Belgrade is the popular Durmitor. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,383 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Belgrade is Tri šešira. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,198 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Meduza is one of the best bars in the city of Belgrade for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,064 customers.

Dorian Gray is another of the most popular bars in the city of Belgrade. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,163 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Belgrade is Monkey Bar Belgrade. Monkey Bar Belgrade has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 977 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Belgrade!

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Day 3

Day 3 – Belgrade

  • Belgrade
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Drive 17 km, 1 hour 5 min

  • Topčider park
  • St Mark Orthodox Church
  • Tašmajdan
  • Jevremovac Botanical Garden
  • Saint Sava Temple
  • More

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Belgrade has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Belgrade by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Belgrade. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Belgrade, like the extraordinary Topčider park. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,018 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Belgrade is the spectacular St. Mark Orthodox Church. This attraction is a church and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,972 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Tašmajdan Park. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,085 visitors.

Jevremovac Botanical Garden is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This park is a popular destination among visitors in Belgrade. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,269 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider The Temple of Saint Sava. The Temple of Saint Sava is a church and popular attraction in Belgrade. More than 33,841 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Belgrade does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Belgrade on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Serbia, be sure to eat at Dva Jelena, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Belgrade. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,917 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Belgrade is the popular Franš restoran Beograd. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,156 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Belgrade is Walter. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,793 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, STANICA is one of the best bars in the city of Belgrade for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 887 customers.

Ginger Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Belgrade. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 781 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Belgrade is Belvi. Belvi has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 677 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Belgrade!

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Day 4

Day 4 – Smederevo, Bukovats, Svilajnac, and City of Niš

  • Smederevo
  • Svilajnats
  • Niš
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Drive 271 km, 4 hours 13 min

  • Smederevo Fortress
  • Карађорђев дуд
  • Natural History Center of Srbija
  • Manasija Monastery
  • More

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Serbia. Today, you'll wake up in Belgrade and embark on a scenic drive to City of Niš, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Belgrade before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Belgrade. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Smederevo Fortress. This attraction is a fortress that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,579 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Karadjordjev dud. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,520 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Manasija monastery. This attraction is a monastery that has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 6,482 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like ORAČ. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,732 customers.

Locals also recommend MINISTARSTVO Beer Bar, another of the best restaurants in City of Niš. MINISTARSTVO Beer Bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,931 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Irish Pub Crazy Horse. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,667 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Vespa Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in City of Niš, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,126 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Pivnica Berta. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Pivnica Berta has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,975 customers.

Stambolijski is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,741 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Serbia, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 5

Day 5 – Ostrovitsa, Sokobanja, and City of Niš

  • Niš
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Drive 185 km, 3 hours 41 min

  • Lepterija
  • Soko Grad
  • Парк , Борићи”
  • Ripaljka Waterfall
  • Nature Park Sicevo Canyon
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On day 5 of your road trip across Serbia, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Ostrovitsa. You’ll stay in Ostrovitsa for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the New City Hotel & Restaurant, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Ostrovitsa. This hotel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,414 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Ostrovitsa is the 5-star Ambasador Hotel Nis. The hotel is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,940 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Ostrovitsa is the 3-star Hotel Consul accommodation. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 655 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the village of Ostrovitsa, like the outstanding Nature Park Sicevo Canyon. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,962 visitors.

Come to Ostrovitsa prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Ostrovitsa.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Ostrovitsa.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Kod Rajka, after your day of exploring the city of Ostrovitsa. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,247 customers.

Pleasure is another of the best restaurants in the city of Ostrovitsa. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,952 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Ostrovitsa is Nišlijska Mehana. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,238 customers.

Locals recommend Komuna Gastro Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Ostrovitsa, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,892 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Ostrovitsa, The Hub - pub and club. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,281 customers.

Beer Garden is also one of the best bars in the city of Ostrovitsa. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,362 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Serbia.

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Day 6

Day 6 – City of Niš and Belgrade

  • Niš
  • Belgrade
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Drive 245 km, 3 hours 32 min

  • King Milan Square
  • Park Čair
  • Skull Tower
  • St Sava Park
  • Niš Fortress
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Serbia, you'll awaken to the bustling city of City of Niš. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Belgrade. You’ll stay in Belgrade for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of City of Niš’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of City of Niš, start your day with a visit to the amazing King Milan Square. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,434 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Park Čair. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,558 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Skull Tower to make the most of your road trip across Serbia. The spectacular Skull Tower is a monument that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,637 visitors.

The lovely St. Sava Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 10,230 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Niš Fortress. This attraction is a fortress rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 15,473 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that City of Niš has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Belgrade. Belgrade offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Mama Restaurant Belgrade. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,186 reviews.

The remarkable Restoran PLATO is another top restaurant in Belgrade we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,469 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Nacionalna Klasa is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,027 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Belgrade, the fantastic Bitters Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 488 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Riddle Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 444 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Tri Kralja Beer Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 584 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Serbia!

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Day 7

Day 7 – Belgrade - departure day

  • Belgrade - Departure day
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  • Karađorđe's Park railway station
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Day 7 of your road trip in Serbia is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Belgrade before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Karađorđe's Park railway station is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Belgrade. This railway station and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,885 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Belgrade and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Serbia.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Belgrade at Zavičaj before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,072 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend so i biber for your last chance at a meal in the city of Belgrade. The so i biber restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,200 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Savanova. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,777 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Belgrade. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Serbia!

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