Novi Sad, Serbia

Novi Sad

A laid-back Danube city below the Petrovaradin fortress.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Novi Sad

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk up to the Petrovaradin Fortress and its backwards clock tower.
  2. AfternoonWander the old town, the Name of Mary church and Zmaj Jovina street.
  3. EveningHave dinner by the Danube or on the Štrand beach in summer.

Day 2

Visit the monasteries and wineries of Fruška Gora.

What to eat

Fish paprikash and local Fruška Gora wine.

Local tips

Make the most of Novi Sad

Beat the crowds

Novi Sad is calm, except during the EXIT music festival in July.

Best photo spot

The Petrovaradin fortress and its clock tower above the Danube.

Getting there

Trains and buses from Belgrade take about an hour. The centre is walkable.

Don't miss nearby

The monasteries and vineyards of Fruška Gora, just south of the city.

Good to know

The clock on Petrovaradin's tower has reversed hands, so boatmen could read the hours from far away. EXIT festival takes place in the fortress.

Plan your visit

Getting to Novi Sad

Getting there

  • Belgrade Airport (BEG)60 km away
  • Timișoara Airport (TSR)130 km away
  • Belgrade70 km away
  • Timișoara120 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySerbia

Questions

Novi Sad: good to know

Is Novi Sad worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. A laid-back Danube city below the Petrovaradin fortress.

How many days do you need in Novi Sad?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Novi Sad?

You can visit all year. Novi Sad is calm, except during the EXIT music festival in July.

How do you get to Novi Sad?

The nearest airport is Belgrade Airport (BEG), about 60 km away. Trains and buses from Belgrade take about an hour. The centre is walkable.

What is there to see near Novi Sad?

Nearby hidden places include Belgrade (72 km), Timișoara (120 km) and Pécs (153 km).

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