🇷🇸 Vrbas, Serbia
CFK „Drago Jovović”
📍 2, Панонска, Vrbas, 21460
Your stay — CFK „Drago Jovović”
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Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Serbian Dinar, RSD
Change money at local bank branches or authorised exchange offices (menjačnica) in Vrbas town centre; avoid the airport or tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Cards are accepted in chain supermarkets, larger shops and some restaurants, but cash is still king for small cafes, markets and taxis; contactless payments are growing but less reliable outside town.
Restaurants: round up the bill or leave 10-15% for good service. Taxis: round up to nearest 100 RSD. Hotel staff: 100-200 RSD for porters, housekeeping not expected.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A domestic espresso or Turkish coffee at a local kafana costs around 120-150 RSD.
A set lunch (radni ručak) in a local restaurant, soup and main, runs about 600-800 RSD.
Expect to pay around 700-1000 RSD for a main course like grilled meats or sarma at a standard restaurant.
Burek and pizza-by-the-slice from bakeries or fast-food stands are common cheap eats; look along the main street (Kralja Petra I) or near the market.
Common budget supermarket chains here include Idea, Univerexport, and Lidl (just outside Vrbas).
For affordable basics, try the small clothing shops along the main street or the weekly market (pijaca) for bargain stalls.
Local bus fare within Vrbas is about 60 RSD single; for getting from Belgrade airport (BEG), the cheapest way is the airport bus line 72 to Zeleni Venac, then a long-distance bus to Vrbas (one-way ~1200 RSD).
Stick to cash for small purchases to avoid card fees; eat the set lunch (radni ručak) for best value; buy fresh produce at the town market (pijaca) rather than supermarkets.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Vrbas, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at CFK „Drago Jovović”
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Belgrade Main Bus Station (BAS) → Vrbas Bus Station
💡 Get off at Vrbas station, not the motorway stop. From there, it's a 10-minute walk or a 300 RSD taxi ride to Bačka hotel.
Vrbas Bus or Train Station → Bačka hotel
💡 Use 'Taxi Vrbas' (021 701 000). A ride across town never exceeds 500 RSD. Always ask for the approximate fare before starting.
Novi Sad Main Railway Station → Vrbas Railway Station
💡 Buy a return ticket at Novi Sad station — the automated kiosks accept cards. The train is often more punctual than the bus on this route.
Belgrade Airport → Bačka hotel, Vrbas
💡 Fix the price with the driver before leaving the airport. Expect around €70–80. Avoid cabs without a visible meter or posted rates.
About Vrbas
Wikipedia ↗
Vrbas (Serbian Cyrillic: Врбас) is a town and municipality located in the South Bačka District of the autonomous province of Vojvodina, Serbia. As of 2022, the town has a population of 20,892, while the municipality has 36,601 inhabitants.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at CFK „Drago Jovović”?
Check-in at CFK „Drago Jovović” is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near CFK „Drago Jovović”?
A set lunch (radni ručak) in a local restaurant, soup and main, runs about 600-800 RSD.
What is the cheapest way to get around from CFK „Drago Jovović”?
Local bus fare within Vrbas is about 60 RSD single; for getting from Belgrade airport (BEG), the cheapest way is the airport bus line 72 to Zeleni Venac, then a long-distance bus to Vrbas (one-way ~1200 RSD).
Top Attractions in Vrbas
💡 Best visited in the late afternoon when the light hits the stone. The water is drinkable—fill a bottle from the spout.
💡 Bring your own snacks; there’s no cafe on site. The park is busiest on Sunday afternoons with local families.
💡 The mill operates sporadically—call the Vrbas Tourist Office to check if it’s running on the day you visit. Best light for photos is around 10 AM.
💡 Check if the church is open before you go; opening times vary with services and caretaker availability. The walk up from the main road takes about 20 minutes.
💡 Admission is 100 RSD (less than 1 EUR). The staff will sometimes let you in for free if you’re the only visitor—be polite. No English labels, but photos are allowed.