Parking in Gradić
Gradić, the Lower Town of Petrovaradin, has free on-street parking. At Petra’s Loft you can usually park right in front of the building on Štrosmajerova or on one of the quiet streets around it. The streets are narrow and some are one-way, so drive slowly and follow the signs.
Arriving
Paid zones in Novi Sad
Novi Sad has four on-street parking zones, run by JKP Parking servis. Each is marked by street signs:
- Extra zone — 80 RSD per hour, maximum 1 hour.
- Red zone — 60 RSD per hour, maximum 2 hours. Pay by SMS to 8211.
- Blue zone — 50 RSD per hour, no time limit. Pay by SMS to 8212.
- White zone — 30 RSD per hour.
SMS payment works only with Serbian mobile operators. Visitors with a foreign SIM can pay with the nSpark app or buy an electronic parking ticket (ePK) at kiosks.
The streets of Gradić and Petrovaradin around the loft are not in a paid zone.
Prices change — verified November 2026.
Bridges and access
- Varadin Bridge — the direct link between the centre and Petrovaradin, ending at Gradić. Busy at rush hour.
- Liberty Bridge — the large cable-stayed bridge further upstream, useful for reaching the motorway towards Belgrade.
- Žeželj Bridge — the road and rail bridge downstream, an alternative when the centre is congested.
Tips from the host
- Leave the car in Gradić and walk to Novi Sad — it takes about 15 minutes.
- For Fruška Gora and the wine villages, a car is the best option (about 25 minutes).
- During EXIT, roads near the fortress may close; arrive before festival days.
- Do not park in front of garage doors or on marked tram or bus stops.
Practical information
Zone boundaries, hours and prices in Novi Sad change. Always follow the signs on the street.
Flying in? Read Belgrade Airport to Novi Sad. Travelling with a dog? See our pet-friendly guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is parking free at Petra’s Loft?
Yes. Parking is free on the street right in front of the building at Štrosmajerova 9 and on the quiet streets around it.
Do I need to pay for parking in Novi Sad centre?
Yes. Novi Sad has four zones run by JKP Parking servis: Extra (80 RSD/h, max 1 h), Red (60 RSD/h, max 2 h), Blue (50 RSD/h, no limit) and White (30 RSD/h). With a foreign SIM, pay with the nSpark app or an ePK ticket from a kiosk. The streets around the loft are not in a paid zone.
Which bridge goes from Novi Sad to Petrovaradin?
The Varadin Bridge links the centre directly to Petrovaradin and Gradić. The Liberty Bridge and Žeželj Bridge are alternatives when the Varadin Bridge is busy.
Is it worth driving into Novi Sad centre from the loft?
Rarely. The centre is a 15-minute walk from the loft, and parking there is paid and scarce. Leave the car in Gradić and walk.
Where can I park during EXIT Festival?
Parking near the fortress is very limited during EXIT and roads may be closed. Arrive before festival days and leave the car parked.
Getting here
Getting from Belgrade Airport to Novi Sad and Petrovaradin
Taxi and private transfer, bus via Belgrade, and the fast train from Beograd Centar to Novi Sad — realistic journey times, approximate prices and the last step to Petrovaradin.
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Petrovaradin
Gradić: The Lower Town of Petrovaradin
A local guide to Gradić, the baroque Lower Town beneath Petrovaradin Fortress, including its streets, churches, gates and the best way to explore it from Petra’s Loft.
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Travel tips
Novi Sad with a Dog: A Pet-Friendly Guide
Travelling with a dog to Novi Sad: walks on Petrovaradin Fortress, Danube beaches, Fruška Gora trails, vets and terrace restaurants — from a pet-friendly loft.
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Stay in the heart of Petrovaradin
Petra's Loft places you just below the fortress, with Gradić outside the door and Novi Sad across the Danube.
