Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Sarajevo

Where East meets West, with an Ottoman bazaar and Austro-Hungarian avenues.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Sarajevo

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the Baščaršija bazaar and visit the Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque.
  2. AfternoonSee the Latin Bridge where the First World War began, and the Tunnel of Hope museum.
  3. EveningRide the cable car up Trebević mountain at sunset.

Day 2

Walk the old bobsleigh track from the 1984 Olympics on Trebević.

What to eat

Burek, ćevapi and baklava with Bosnian coffee.

Local tips

Make the most of Sarajevo

Beat the crowds

Sarajevo is never really crowded. Wander the old bazaar early in the morning, when the coppersmiths open their shops.

Best photo spot

Climb to the Yellow Fortress at sunset for the view over the city with the call to prayer echoing below.

Getting there

The airport is close to the centre. Trams run along the main street from the old town to the newer parts.

Don't miss nearby

The tunnel museum near the airport tells the story of the siege. Mount Trebević, reached by cable car, has the old Olympic bobsleigh track.

Good to know

Try Bosnian coffee, served in a small copper pot. Mosques welcome visitors outside prayer times; cover shoulders and knees.

Secret spots

2 secret spots near Sarajevo

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Plan your visit

Getting to Sarajevo

Getting there

  • Sarajevo Airport (SJJ)7 km away
  • Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)145 km away
  • Dubrovnik135 km away
  • Split165 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forFood, Old towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryBosnia and Herzegovina

Questions

Sarajevo: good to know

Is Sarajevo worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like food and historic old towns. Where East meets West, with an Ottoman bazaar and Austro-Hungarian avenues.

How many days do you need in Sarajevo?

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

When is the best time to visit Sarajevo?

You can visit all year. Sarajevo is never really crowded. Wander the old bazaar early in the morning, when the coppersmiths open their shops.

How do you get to Sarajevo?

The nearest airport is Sarajevo Airport (SJJ), about 7 km away. The airport is close to the centre. Trams run along the main street from the old town to the newer parts.

What is there to see near Sarajevo?

Nearby hidden places include Mostar (75 km), Kravica Waterfalls (101 km) and Ston (127 km).

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