Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Mostar

An Ottoman old town around a soaring stone bridge.

  • Apr–Oct
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Mostar

Day 1

  1. MorningSee the Old Bridge early, before the tour groups arrive.
  2. AfternoonClimb the minaret of the Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque for the best view of the bridge.
  3. EveningWatch the bridge divers in summer, then dinner by the river.

Day 2

Visit Blagaj's dervish house, Počitelj and the Kravica waterfalls.

What to eat

Ćevapi and Bosnian coffee served on a copper tray.

Local tips

Make the most of Mostar

Beat the crowds

Day-trippers arrive from late morning and leave by late afternoon. Stay the night, or come early or late, and you'll have the old bridge almost to yourself.

Best photo spot

The classic view of Stari Most is from the riverbank below, or from the small terraces on the west side. At sunset the stone glows warm.

Getting there

Buses and a scenic train connect to Sarajevo. Park outside the old town; the streets near the bridge are pedestrian-only.

Don't miss nearby

Kravica waterfalls, about 40 minutes away, and the Blagaj dervish house built against a cliff at the source of the Buna river.

Good to know

Local divers jump from the bridge in summer when enough money has been collected. Bosnian marks are the local money; euros are often accepted but you'll get change in marks.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Mostar

Getting there

  • Mostar Airport (OMO)7 km away
  • Sarajevo Airport (SJJ)70 km away
  • Sarajevo75 km away
  • Dubrovnik80 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeApr–Oct
TypePopular town
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryBosnia and Herzegovina

Questions

Mostar: good to know

Is Mostar worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. An Ottoman old town around a soaring stone bridge.

How many days do you need in Mostar?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Mostar?

The best time to visit is Apr to Oct. Day-trippers arrive from late morning and leave by late afternoon. Stay the night, or come early or late, and you'll have the old bridge almost to yourself.

How do you get to Mostar?

The nearest airport is Mostar Airport (OMO), about 7 km away. Buses and a scenic train connect to Sarajevo. Park outside the old town; the streets near the bridge are pedestrian-only.

What is there to see near Mostar?

Nearby hidden places include Sarajevo (75 km), Dubrovnik (81 km) and Durmitor (Žabljak) (109 km).

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