Serbia · HISTORICAL TOURS
Good history tours fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Walk Belgrade from Terazije to Kalemegdan, with Serbian history, politics, culture, and river views explained in clear English.
“Maria was an excellent guide that managed to convey the complexity of Serbian history in magnificent way”
Explore Belgrade’s churches, war history, old quarters, and Serbian flavors on a three-hour small-group walking tour with Marija.
“Marija is an amazing tour guide, very professional and smiling from the minute she greeted us. It is a pure joy to to have a tour guide who knows and loves her city and country so much.”
Explore Belgrade’s NATO bombing sites, Serbian history, and memorials on a private two-hour tour with pickup and an English-speaking guide.
“A great opportunity to hear the Serbian point of view about the Yugoslav wars. In addition, lots of fascinating history about Serbia. There are not a lot of sites on the tour, but the ones that are included are generally interesting. Sometime it was a little hard to understand the guide, who was friendly and knowledgeable.”
See Belgrade through women’s stories, major sights, and a traditional coffee stop on this thoughtful three-hour walking tour.
“Maria is an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, ans a very interesting personality. We enjoyed the tour and would recommend it to anyone interested in Serbian history.”
Explore Belgrade’s 1999 NATO bombing sites, memorials, and wartime history with hotel pickup, an English guide, and 2.5 hours of context.
“Nemanja was a very knowledgeable host and friendly as well. He made the tour very interesting and entertaining. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Belgrade.”
Explore Belgrade’s Red Star and Partizan football culture, fan murals, stadiums, museum treasures, and Serbian ultras history.
“Andrija was a phenomenal guide. He took us on a walking tour around Belgrade where we saw many murals dedicated to various football players. He is incredibly knowledgeable about the history of Serbian football. Once we finished the walking tour, he took us to the Red Star stadium where we learned about the Red Star football club while exploring the stadium. We then went to the Partizan stadium which was a very cool experience to see the stadium and get incredible views of the city. Andrija was an absolute pleasure to be with and he even helped us go to Red Star game later that day. On top of that,…”
Explore Belgrade in vintage Yugoslav cars, from Tito’s gifts to brutalist towers, with snacks, pickup, and a private local guide.
“We had a lovely time with Jovana! So knowledgable and passionate about the content of the tour. Do this tour!”
Review of Belgrade’s football history tour, from Dorćol murals to Red Star’s museum, stadiums, politics, and Eternal Derby culture.
“Brilliant tour, our tour guide Vojin was great very knowledgable and helpful”
See Belgrade by e-bike in three hours, from Kalemegdan Fortress and Skadarlija to St. Sava Temple, with an English-speaking guide.
Explore Belgrade through love, betrayal, and royal scandal on a small-group history walk with stories, ice cream, and local character.
“Experiencing local history in a different and funny way is a must do with Slobodan when you visit Belgrade:)”
Review of a private Serbia tour from Belgrade to Avala, Topola, and Oplenac, with royal history, mosaics, mountain views, and wine.
“We were happy but the guide did not take us to the Avala tv tower where the entrance was included I guess.”
Eat Like Tito in Belgrade pairs communist history, Tito-era dishes, and a hands-on Karađorđe steak class for a memorable four-hour tour.
“On the "Eat Like Tito" tour, we enjoyed authentic dishes that gave us food for thought about controversial history related to Tito. The guide's enthusiasm and knowledge of history added depth to each bite, making the experience both educatiRead more”
Review of Belgrade’s private Oplenac royal tour, with Avala views, Serbian history, mosaics, winery options, pricing, and practical tips.
“Prepare to learn more and see more than you imagined you ever could in one day. Our guide was a wealth of knowledge”
Explore Belgrade’s Ottoman past on a private three-hour tour with Bajrakli Mosque, Belgrade Fortress, Nebojsa Tower, and Princess Ljubica’s residence.
Explore Subotica’s Art Nouveau City Hall, synagogue, Korzo, and Raichle Palace with a local guide on this 2.5-hour tour.
Rivers, fortresses, cellars and long tables.
