Located in Belgrade, Serbia, near the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers in Ušće park, the Museum of Contemporary Art offers a rich cultural stop for art enthusiasts. Founded in 1958 as the Modern Gallery, it stands as one of the world's first museums of its kind.
You will explore a striking building designed by Ivan Antić and Ivanka Raspopović, often described as an architectural jewel or the "crystal at the confluence." Inside, the museum collects and displays artwork produced since 1900 in Serbia and Yugoslavia, alongside international modern and contemporary exhibitions. With a total collection of more than 35,000 works of art, you can view thousands of paintings, sculptures, and graphic prints.
Look out for creations by prominent local figures like Sava Šumanović and Petar Lubarda, plus global icons like Andy Warhol, Joan Miró, and Salvador Dalí. You can also admire vibrant new art media from artists such as Marina Abramović, as well as notable sculptures, interactive blue-toned glass domes, and popular post-reopening pieces like Dušan Otašević's installation, "Comrade Tito, (our) white violet."
What to see at Museum of Contemporary Art, Belgrade
- Masterpiece modern architecture featuring dynamic, weather-responsive blue glass domes.
- Over 35,000 works, including 8,000 paintings and sculptures on display as of 2018.
- International print and drawing collections featuring Andy Warhol, Joan Miró, and Roy Lichtenstein.
- New Art Media holdings showcasing works by Marina Abramović and Ken Friedman.
- Popular featured exhibits like Ivan Kožarić's "L-50" big balls sculpture.
Visiting tips
Observe how the newly renovated blue glass domes on the museum's roof shift tones depending on the weather and time of day.
How long: 1-2 hours · Best time: Daytime
How to get there & what’s nearby
Museum of Contemporary Art, Belgrade is easy to reach on Belgrade’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Bajrakli Mosque and National Theatre in Belgrade. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Belgrade travel guide.
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