Saint Sava Temple and Avala Tower, Half-Day Trip

The golden interior of Saint Sava Temple, then out of the city to Avala mountain: the TV tower with a view over all of Belgrade and the Monument to the Unknown Hero.

4 hours 4 places Up to 8 passengers
Avala Tower on the forested hill south of Belgrade Half-day trip

About this tour

A calm half day for guests who have seen the centre or want something different. We start inside Saint Sava Temple, drive 30 minutes south to the forest of Avala, take the lift up the 200-metre tower and walk to Meštrović's monument on the summit.

  • Inside Saint Sava Temple and its crypt
  • The best view of Belgrade from Avala Tower
  • Forest air 30 minutes from the city
  • Easy pace, good for families and older guests

Photos from the route

The route

  1. 1

    Saint Sava Temple

    Time for the mosaic dome and the crypt with its golden walls.

  2. 2

    Drive to Avala

    About 30 minutes from the centre to the forested mountain south of Belgrade.

  3. 3

    Avala Tower

    Lift to the viewing deck. On a clear day you see the whole city and the plains of Vojvodina.

  4. 4

    Monument to the Unknown Hero

    Ivan Meštrović's granite mausoleum on the summit of Avala.

Included

  • Private Mercedes van or car with driver, only for your group
  • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or any address in Belgrade
  • Stops for photos wherever you want them
  • Price for the whole vehicle, agreed before the tour

Not included

  • Avala Tower ticket
  • Licensed tour guide (optional, +120 € for up to 4 hours)
  • Meals and drinks

Good to know

  • Avala Tower can close in strong wind. If it does, we stay longer at the monument and the forest viewpoints.
  • Can be combined with the Nikola Tesla Museum or Zemun if you add an hour or two.
  • With a guide on board, there is one seat fewer for passengers.

Questions about this tour

Is it suitable for children?

Yes. There is very little walking and the tower lift is a favourite with kids. Tell us their ages so we bring child seats.

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