Tara is a range of pine mountains in western Serbia, the canyons of the Drina river and one of the most postcard-worthy viewpoints in the country, Banjska Stena. If it's your first time in Serbia's mountains — start here.
What to see
- Banjska Stena — a viewpoint high above the Drina canyon.
- Lake Zaovine — turquoise mountain water, great for a picnic.
- The House on the Drina — a tiny house on a rock in the middle of the river, a symbol of the region.
How to get there
About 3 hours by car from Belgrade via Užice. Public transport is harder: a bus to Bajina Bašta, then a taxi. Renting a car is the easiest option.
⏱️ Tip: budget at least a day, better an overnight — it's most beautiful at dawn, when the canyon is wrapped in fog.
Where to stay
Around Mitrovac and Kaluđerske Bare there are guesthouses and eco-hotels right inside the park. Book ahead in summer and on holidays.