The National Museum of Serbia is the countrys largest and oldest museum, founded in 1844, located on Republic Square in the heart of Belgrade. The collection spans over 400,000 objects from prehistoric times to modern era, including the famous Miroslav Gospel (a 12th-century Serbian illuminated manuscript), an Egyptian mummy in a gold sarcophagus, and works by Raphael, Titian, and Rubens. After 15 years of renovation, it reopened in 2018.
Free on Sundays. Free for children under 6, disabled + escort, art students, ICOM members. Pensioners 150 RSD. Groups 100-150 RSD/person
Sunday for free admission. Weekday mornings for fewer crowds. Thursday or Saturday evening for extended hours until 20:00. Allow 2-4 hours for full experience
Located on Republic Square at the start of Knez Mihailova. Tram 2, 5 to Trg Republike. Walk from Terazije Square. Free entry. Collection of Serbian and European art, archaeological finds.
Comprehensive journey through Serbian and world history across multiple floors. Highlights include prehistoric Dupljaja Chariot, gold Trebeniste masks, Miroslav Gospel, Egyptian mummy, and European Renaissance masterpieces. Over 300,000 numismatic items including Alexander the Greats coins
National Museum of Serbia is the largest and oldest museum in Belgrade, founded in 1844. Collection of over 400,000 objects. Free admission on Sundays. Located at the main square Trg Republike. Gallery of Frescoes temporarily closed.
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The Miroslav Gospel is a 12th-century Serbian Orthodox illuminated manuscript, among the oldest surviving Serbian Cyrillic documents. Its beautiful miniatures and calligraphy made it a UNESCO Memory of the World. The museum displays the original - a must-see for history lovers
The museum underwent extensive renovation from 2003 to 2018. The building needed structural repairs, climate control for art preservation, and modernized exhibits. The result is a world-class museum that properly displays its remarkable collection for the first time in decades
Useful tips for visiting National Museum of Serbia
Dont miss the Miroslav Gospel - a UNESCO-recognized Serbian treasure. The Egyptian mummy with gold sarcophagus is fascinating. European art collection includes Raphael and Titian. Bags must be left in storage. Bring cash as card payment may be unreliable
Located on Republic Square at the start of Knez Mihailova. Tram 2, 5 to Trg Republike. Walk from Terazije Square. Central location near all major attractions
Comprehensive journey through Serbian and world history across multiple floors. Highlights include prehistoric Dupljaja Chariot, gold Trebeniste masks, Miroslav Gospel, Egyptian mummy, and European Renaissance masterpieces. Over 300,000 numismatic items including Alexander the Greats coins
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