Looking for tourist attractions in Serbia? Though the Serbian capital, Belgrade, gets most of the attention, Novi Sad has a unique and unconventional charm that is not much explored. This summers I was here to spend my holidays and here are my recommendations for the most amazing and best things to do in Novi Sad, Serbia.
The peaceful lifestyle juxtaposed with timeless European museums, cheerful Novi Sad weather to stunning National parks, Novi Sad is something out-of-the-box. From smelling the Serbian culture at monasteries to soaking in the beauty of nature at parks to getting tipsy in a pub and enjoying the Novi Sad nightlife there is a lot of fun things to do in Novi Sad.
This beautiful town on the banks of Danube celebrates multiculturalism and multiethnicity since the last 300 years. Novi Sad is also the second biggest city in the country. Also called the Serbian Athens, Novi Sad lies at the confluence of three most popular European destinations - Hungary, Romania, and Croatia. Though people love visiting these cities, there are still lots of exciting things to do in Novi Sad that can make your holiday memorable.
The popular travel website Lonely Planet claims Novi Sad to be the 3rd Best Places to visit in the World in 2019 after Copenhagen and Shenzhen. [Also read: The list of Best Value travel destinations of 2019 as per Lonely Planet]
Things to do in Novi Sad (Serbia)
#1. Enjoy a Walk to the Petrovaradin Fortress
Image Credit - Svetlana Cekic The Beautiful Petrovaradin Fortress
Overlooking the peaceful Danube River with a line of shops and cafes beside it, Petrovaradin Fortress is located in a charming setting. I really loved soaking in the history of the place. What I found interesting here are the Reversed clock on the clock tower and the fascinating Exit festival. Take a walk there and enjoy the food in a restaurant within the fortress. It serves delicious food. You can take a guide and walk into the catacombs beneath the fortress while you learn the majestic history behind the fortress.
#2. Kill Time Admiring Nature in Frushka Gora National Park
Image source The gorgeous Frushka Gora National Park
If you are in your hotel room in Serbia and thinking about what to do in Novi Sad, then go to Frushka Gora National Park. Serbians call this place "the mirror of their rich cultural as well as spiritual past". Walking amidst the deciduous forests and letting by brain capture the picture perfect photos embracing me, I felt like there is no better thing to do in Novi Sad than being here. Frushka Gora is one of the Best Places to visit in Novi Sad; this picturesque destination has something for everyone. If you love bird-watching, you can do that here. If you are into hiking or mountain biking, you can do that as well. For all the history lovers and spiritual peoples, there are Christian monasteries that you can visit.
#3. Soak your feet in the sand in Štrand Beach
image source Grab the chilled out vibes in strand beach
One of my fondest memories from my vacation in Serbia was playing beach volleyball with the locals in Strand beach. They are really humble and friendly people. This long and beautiful beach along the Danube will provide you that ideal relaxation you had been searching for from your busy days. Grab your favorite food or drink from an array of bars and food joints neatly lined up along the beach. Also, Swimming in the Danube when it's low is one of the most recommended things to do in Novi Sad.
#4. Listen to Nature's rhythm in Danube's Park
image source Mother Nature coloring the leaves in autumn colors in Danubes Park
Sing along with the cheerful and colorful birds or feed the ducks in the lake or just stroll around soaking in the beauty of nature in a cold autumn morning or a warm summer evening. Once you get tired grab a drink and head to a shade and let your mind browse through an intriguing novel in the blissful company of nature. Do try the dumplings there. I liked it, I hope you'll like it too.
Also Read: 10 Best Dinner Restaurants in Novi Sad
#5. Cherish the Vojvodina history at Muzej Vojvodine
image source The entrance to the majestic Muzej Vojvodine museum
The excellent collection of artifacts from Neolithic age took me by surprise. Even if you have one day in Novi Sad, make sure you visit this charming European museum.
#6. Have a picnic at Iriški Venac
image source The colorful autumn leaves in iriski venac
Your European vacation in Serbia is incomplete if you don't visit the Iriški Venac. This scenic location with splendid architecture juxtaposed with stunning natural sceneries will make you want to hang out with your friends all day long in here.
#7. Get tipsy at Martha's Pub
image source The cheerful entrance of Martha's Pub
If you want to explore Novi Sad nightlife then head towards Martha's Pub when the sun sets in. This humble pub has a very simple but homely setting that will make you comfortable the moment you are in there. Also, their collection of cocktails are really cool.
#8. Appreciate the Oil Painting in Matica Srpska Gallery
image source Stunning exterior of the Matica Srpska Gallery
If you are into painting or if you love decoding modern artwork like me, then Matica Srpska Gallery is an excellent place to spend the day in Novi Sad. The mesmerizing Serbian painting in the backdrop of soothing and peaceful nature will take you to another world.
#9. Listen to a Classical Music Concert in Synagogue Novi Sad
The beautiful Synagogue Novi Sad
By PetarM - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, Link
This is not just about its brilliant architecture but if you must spend one day in Novi Sad listening to a concert in Synagogue Novi Sad. The classical music concert will leave you drenched in a musical mood.
#10. Smell the Serbian Cultures in Beočin Monastery
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The gorgeous Beocin Monastry
Basking in the lap of nature amidst fresh air and gorgeous natural sceneries on Fruška Gora mountains, this place will keep you enchanted in its beauty. One of the best places to visit in Novi Sad, this place left me relaxed and calm. The monastery is really beautiful and well maintained.
Hence this was a list of 10 Best Things to do in Novi Sad, Serbia. If you have suggestions or queries feel free to write to me in the comment box below. Also, check out my other travel blogs on Best Places to visit in Europe by staying tuned by connecting with me through my social media handles. Until next time...
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