Belgrade is Serbia's capital city and is the main economic, social and cultural heart of the country. Despite a population of over 1.5 million, Belgrade retains the feel and charm of a small city and most of the main sights of interest can be reached on foot from the city centre.

Due to the many battles that have been fought here over its 2,000-year history, the city has been razed to the ground on more than one occasion and therefore is not characterised by one particular architectural style. But what it lacks in continuity it makes up for in variety with big ornate buildings jostling for space alongside communist-era blocks and modern designer boutiques.

It is also one of the greenest cities in Europe, with numerous parks and open spaces for visitors to relax in or explore. And whilst there are definitely a handful of attractions that all visitors should make sure they don't miss, the best way to experience this vibrant city is to pick up a tourist map, make a rough itinerary and hit the streets to see what you find. And be sure to schedule in plenty of coffee breaks so that you can really get into the pace and feel of life in Belgrade.

Belgrade Tourist Organisation
Dečanska 1
Tel: (0)11 324 8404.
Website: www.tob.co.yu

This is the main Belgrade Tourist Organisation office. There are a number of offices and information centres dotted about the city at various tourist hotspots. There is also an office at the airport and another, smaller office which is shared with the National Tourist Organisation of Serbia (website: www.serbia-tourism.org) at Kneza Mihaila.

At the time of writing there were no tourist discount passes available.