The central city municipality is the keeper of the rich history and tradition of Belgrade. At the same time it is the center of modern urban happenings and tourist attractions. If the sentence "Belgrade, the city that does not sleep" describes any part of the city, it is Stari Grad.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Municipality of Stari Grad spreads across 698 ha. It is one of three municipalities that encompass the centre of Belgrade and it is known as "Downtown Belgrade". It has been known as Stari Grad since 1961.
Stari grad is the epicenter of urban happenings. Festivals, businesses and cultural performances usually choose Stari Grad as its host. The most famous monuments can be found within this very municipality. Belgrade Fortress is the most famous of all. It is the oldest, best kept monument in Belgrade. Also, everyone who ever visited Belgrade, had to walk down Knez Mihailo street.Republic Square is known as a place where people of Belgrade usually meet, and Skadarlija is known to be a bohemian area with a large number of symbols representing old times. Dorćol, Terazije, King Milan street and hotel Moscow, will be named by everyone as must-see locations.
Infrastructure
From Studentski Trg: trolleybuses 19, 21, 22 and bus 31
From Republic Square toward Palilula: 27 and 43
To other municipalities: trams 2, 5, 10 and buses 23, 37
Education
Stari Grad has 11 elementary and 12 secondary schools. The preschool institution Dečji Dani encompasses 11 kindergartens.
The Studentski Trg complex hosts the Chemistry, Physics, Physical Chemistry, Mathematics, Geography, Biology, Philology, and Philosophy faculties, as well as the Rectorate of the University of Belgrade. Additionally, eight more faculties are located in Stari Grad, making it a major student center not just for Belgrade but for the entire country. Stari Grad is also home to Belgrade’s oldest high school, the First Belgrade Gymnasium.
Besides the educational facilities, Stari Grad has a large number of cultural facilities such as ``Parobrod``, various Museums ( Military Museum, City Museum…), theatres, galleries and libraries.
Sport and recreation
The most important sporting center in this part of town is named "Milan Gale Muškatirović" which has three outdoor pools ( Olympic, recreational, children's), indoor Olympic pool, a sauna, a gym and a big hall for various sports.
"Milan Gale Muškatirović" Tadeuša Košćuška 63 Phone number: 218-22-42 www.srcmgm.rs
Places for shopping and dining
If you want to feel like you are in old times, tavern "Question mark" is the right choice. It is the oldest tavern on the Balkans and it is a true hedonistic oasis. Visitors and locals both adore Skadarlija, the bohemian area with great restaurants and music. Dorćol is the favorite part of town for many young people because there they drink their afternoon coffees with the local crowd that has become synonymous with downtown. Other than that, the most famous coffee shops and bars are located on streets such as Strahinjića Bana, Cetinjska, Gospodar Jevremova. A large number of concept stores and souvenir shops are located nearby, as well.
Stari grad is very old and it does not have large shopping malls, which makes it the perfect destination for those who like the not-so-modern way of shopping. The center of the more luxurious shopping is King Petar street, and along the way you can find interesting designs and original items.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Population: ~45,000 (2022 census)
Property purchase price: 3,500–6,300 €/m²
Monthly rental: from 400 € to several thousand €
If you like being where the action is, like urban locations and do not mind a bit of traffic, be sure to check out our offer of apartments in Belgrade, Stari Grad. We are sure that you will find something convenient, very soon!
FAQ
What should you visit in Belgrade’s Stari Grad?
Start with Republic Square, walk along Knez Mihailova Street, head to Belgrade Fortress at Kalemegdan, visit Kosančićev Venac, and finish with a coffee at Obilićev Venac or Skadarlija. If time permits, explore Dorćol and its 19th-century architecture.
Where to rent an apartment in Stari Grad?
The most popular rentals are near Republic Square and Knez Mihailova Street due to the central location. Slightly more affordable options can be found in quieter streets of Dorćol, while luxury apartments in Kralja Petra Street and central Skadarlija are significantly more expensive. For reliable listings, check City Expert.
Is long-term rental or “apartment per day” more popular?
Both are popular on Stari grad. Short-term rentals are especially sought after due to proximity to tourist attractions and the city center. Long-term rentals are mainly chosen by professionals working in the center or students attending nearby faculties.
How much do apartments in Stari Grad cost?
Property prices in the central municipality range from 3,000 to 6,300 €/m². Prices vary depending on renovation, floor, registration status, and urgency of sale, so there can be significant differences between individual properties.
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