Niš
Serbia
- Safety rating
- 7.9/10
- Best time to visit
- Spring and autumn offer comfortable weather, while early summer brings the lively Nišville Jazz Festival.
- Population
- 0.2M
Overview
Serbia's third-largest city is one of Europe's oldest, the birthplace of Roman emperor Constantine the Great, with an Ottoman fortress at its heart. Niš offers a grittier, authentic Serbian experience, a lively riverside, and macabre sights like the Skull Tower.
Top attractions
Visit Niš Fortress, the chilling Skull Tower (Ćele Kula), Mediana Roman ruins, and the riverside promenade.
Getting around
The center is walkable, with affordable buses and taxis covering the rest of the city.