What to do in Novi Sad

Activities, attractions and tours

Novi Sad which includes outdoor eating, café lifestyle and street scenes
Novi Sad which includes outdoor eating, café lifestyle and street scenes
Novi Sad featuring a city and a house
Fruska Gora National Park showing interior views, heritage elements and art
Petrovaradin Fortress which includes a bridge

Novi Sad Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Novi Sad is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Novi Sad to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Novi Sad Attractions

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Recommended things to do in Novi Sad

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What to do in Novi Sad

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Petrovaradin Fortress featuring a river or creek and night scenes

Petrovaradin Fortress

Tour the gates, tunnels, ramparts and museum of this imposing 17th-century citadel, which hosts an annual music and arts festival.

Petrovaradin Fortress
National Theatre of Serbia featuring a city and theatre scenes

Serbian National Theatre

Attend ballet, drama, comedy and opera shows at one of the most important venues for the performing arts in Serbia.

Serbian National Theatre
Novi Sad featuring markets, street scenes and heritage architecture

Freedom Square

You can find out about the history of Novi Sad with a visit to Freedom Square. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Freedom Square
Church of the Virgin Mary featuring heritage architecture, street scenes and a city

Church of the Virgin Mary

Overlooking the city’s main Liberty Square is a striking Gothic Revival church, famous for its decorative altars and stained-glass windows.

Church of the Virgin Mary
Novi Sad featuring heritage architecture, a city and a sunset

Bishop's Palace

You can find out about the history of Novi Sad with a stop at Bishop's Palace. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Bishop's Palace
Novi Sad featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Saint George's Cathedral

After visiting Saint George's Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Novi Sad. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Saint George's Cathedral

University of Novi Sad

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Novi Sad, during your travels in Novi Sad. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

University of Novi Sad

Cathedral - St. Mary

Cathedral - St. Mary is just one of the places to see in Novi Sad, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Cathedral - St. Mary

Danube Park

Explore the great outdoors at Danube Park, a lovely green space in Novi Sad. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Danube Park

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Grbavica

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grbavica and surrounding area, you can visit Serbian National Theatre and Freedom Square.

Grbavica
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Bistrica

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While there might not be top attractions in Bistrica, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Serbian National Theatre and Freedom Square.

Bistrica

 

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Day trip destinations from Novi Sad

Sremski Karlovci featuring heritage architecture and a garden

Sremski Karlovci

Ruins of an old fortress in Vrdnik, Sremska Mitrovica, Vojvodina, Serbia. Ancient stone walls with mountain ranges in the background. Tourist sights. Embrasure or window for observation and defense

Vrdnik

Beska bridge over the Danube was built under the project of the highway Belgrade - Novi Sad - Subotica . The total length of the bridge is 2.250m, a width of 14.4m. The bridge has three lanes for road traffic (full profile to one side of the highway) and two footpaths width 1.7m Due to the large differences in altitude of the left and right banks of the Danube, the bridge is designed with a slope of 2.3%, which is also and the maximum gradient on the highway . During the middle water levels on rising 51m above the Danube. #BVSBlue

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Fruska Gora National Park featuring a church or cathedral

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Frequently asked questions

Is Novi Sad worth visiting?
Whether you're here to experience the cultural attractions and local charm or sample unique foods and explore the outdoors, there are plenty of things to do in Novi Sad.
How do I spend a day in Novi Sad?
Bishop's Palace and Vojvodina Museum are two good places to start your sightseeing adventures. Be sure to check out the dining and shopping options in Novi Sad while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Novi Sad?
The top tourist attraction in Novi Sad is Serbian National Theatre, so make sure to put it on your sightseeing list.
Is three days enough to stay in Novi Sad?
Three days will give you plenty of time to check out many city sights, such as Serbian National Theatre, Bishop's Palace and Vojvodina Museum. The average stay in Novi Sad is three days. If you feel the urge to extend your adventure, Vrdnik isn't far away.
Is Novi Sad a walkable city?
It all depends on what you plan to see and do in Novi Sad. Several attractions, such as Serbian National Theatre and Bishop's Palace, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a wander through some of Novi Sad's neighbourhoods, Bistrica is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Grbavica is 2 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Novi Sad with kids?
Planning what to do in Novi Sad with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're taking a trip with teenagers or little ones, there's a range of family-friendly sights and activities to keep them happy here.

What to do in Novi Sad for adults?
Adults of all ages will find lots of things to do in Novi Sad. Whether you're into art, history, nature or just love discovering new places, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Novi Sad?
In Novi Sad, Bishop's Palace is a must-see spot for anyone wanting to enjoy the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, check out the other neighbourhoods and green spaces, and ask a local tour guide for recommendations. It's a great way to find out about the best free things to do in Novi Sad.

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