Rajko Mitić Stadium
Stadium Belgrade's major football stadium, former Crvena Zvezda home
Rajko Mitić Stadium in Belgrade (formerly Marakana) draws football fans for Red Star matches, lively stands and occasional concerts in central Serbia’s capital region.
Rajko Mitić Stadium, commonly known as Marakana, is the principal football stadium in Belgrade, Serbia, and the home ground of Red Star Belgrade. It is one of the country’s largest sports venues and a focal point for domestic and international matches.
Spectators experience a steep-seated bowl and intense matchday atmosphere during football fixtures, with stadium facilities serving large crowds for domestic league and cup matches. The venue is also used for occasional concerts and sporting events beyond football.
The stadium opened in the 1960s and has undergone renovations and upgrades since then; it was officially named Rajko Mitić Stadium in honour of the club legend. It has hosted numerous national team and club fixtures over decades.
Situated in the central urban area of Belgrade in Central Serbia, the stadium is served by the city transport network and lies within the metropolitan zone.
- Home ground: Home stadium of Red Star Belgrade and commonly known by its colloquial name Marakana; it is a major venue for Serbian football.
How to Get to Rajko Mitić Stadium #
Rajko Mitić Stadium (formerly Marakana) is in Belgrade. The usual way to get there is by taxi or car from Belgrade city centre (a short drive, typically around 10-20 minutes depending on traffic). On match days the club and city run additional public‑transport services and shuttle buses to the stadium; regular local buses and tram services also serve the general area - if using public transport check Belgrade’s GSP timetables for the specific match‑day routes.
Tips for Visiting Rajko Mitić Stadium #
- If you want a quieter visit see the stadium on a non‑match day when club museum displays and guided tours (offered by Red Star Belgrade) are most accessible-check the club website for opening times and tour availability.
- On match days arrive well before kick‑off and use public transport or walk from nearby neighbourhoods; parking is very limited and streets around the stadium fill quickly.
- Combine a stadium visit with the club museum to get context for the site-museum opening times differ from match schedules, so buy museum or tour tickets in advance when possible.
Best Time to Visit Rajko Mitić Stadium #
Best in spring or early summer (April-June) for pleasant weather and fewer extreme temperatures; check match schedules for crowd peaks.
Weather & Climate near Rajko Mitić Stadium #
Rajko Mitić Stadium's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (676 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with 93 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
