The park's terrain was historically a swampy depression filled in during the late 19th century.
The central pond was once connected to a branch of the Danube River before the embankment was built.
The park houses a rare Caucasian walnut tree, which is protected as a natural monument.
The statue of Đura Jakšić is a bronze work by sculptor Jovan Soldatović.
The swans, Isa and Bisa, have become local celebrities and are frequently monitored by the park's horticultural maintenance team.
Danube Park is the oldest and most significant public green space in Novi Sad, established in 1895 on a former marshland area near the Danube River. The park features a central lake with a small island, which serves as a habitat for swans, most notably the pair named Isa and Bisa. The grounds contain over 250 species of trees and shrubs, including rare specimens like the Caucasian walnut and the Ginkgo biloba. A bronze monument of poet Đura Jakšić stands prominently in the park, as does a bust of Miroslav Antić. The park layout incorporates several walking paths, fountains, and seating areas arranged around the central pond. It serves as a major urban oasis connected to the historic city center and the pedestrian zone of Dunavska Street.
The small wooden bridge overlooking the pond with the fountain in the background.
Walk through the park while visiting the adjacent Museum of Vojvodina.
Bring bread or seeds if you wish to observe the swans near the lake edge.
Visit during the early morning to avoid peak pedestrian traffic from the city center.
Feeding the swans processed human snacks like chips or crackers, which can be harmful to their health.
Respect the wildlife and do not disturb the swans; keep to the marked walking paths to protect the vegetation.
