Museum of Jovan Cvijić
About This Museum
Tucked away on a quiet, leafy street in Belgrade's diplomatic district, the Museum of Jovan Cvijić feels more like a visit to a distinguished scholar's home than a formal institution. Stepping inside, you are immediately transported into the world of the man often called the father of Serbian geography. The space is intimate and personal, filled with his original furniture, maps, and a library that feels frozen in time. It’s a quiet refuge that offers a profound look into the mind of an intellectual giant.
Collection Highlights
You can't miss his vast personal library of over 7,000 books or the intricate hand-drawn karst maps that made him famous. The real charm lies in the smaller details: his writing desk set exactly as he left it, numerous scientific awards, and a fascinating collection of folk costumes and artifacts he gathered from across the Balkans.
Visitor Information
It's a compact museum, so you can easily absorb it all in under an hour. Given its small size and specialized focus, it's best to check their website or call ahead for current opening hours before you make the trip.
Architecture & Building
Housed in Cvijić's own former residence, the building is a classic example of early 20th-century Belgrade architecture—a dignified, two-story family home with a stucco facade and a welcoming, almost domestic feel.
Contact & Location
Address: Музеј Јована Цвијића, 5, Јелене Ћетковић, Копитарева градина, Београд (Стари град), Градска општина Стари град, Београд, Град Београд, Централна Србија, 11121, Србија
Phone: +381 11 3223126
Website: Visit Website
