Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-10-18

Sarajevo is a city with a rich and fascinating history, blending Eastern and Western influences in a unique atmosphere. Visit to experience its cultural crossroads, taste the excellent local cuisine, and learn about its complex past.

Top things to do in Sarajevo

Things to do in Sarajevo include Baščaršija, Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures, Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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A sample 3-day itinerary for Sarajevo

Here is what 3 days in Sarajevo look like when the planner builds them - arriving at noon on the first day and flying home at noon on the last. Stops are grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, and the same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1Arrival at noon

Stops
6
Walking
10 min
  1. 1
    Emperor's MosqueMosque · Stari Grad
    300 m (🚶 4 min)
  2. 2
    Gazi Husrev-beg MosqueMosque · Old Town
    50 m (🚶 1 min)
  3. 3
    BaščaršijaNeighbourhood · Old Town
    50 m (🚶 1 min)
  4. 4
    SebiljFountain
    100 m (🚶 1 min)
  5. 5
    Svrzo HouseMuseum · Old Town
    250 m (🚶 3 min)
  6. 6
    VijećnicaCity hall
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Day 2

Stops
7
Walking
1h 14m
  1. 1
    Sacred Heart CathedralChurch
    50 m (🚶 1 min)
  2. 2
    Gallery 11/07/95
    300 m (🚶 5 min)
  3. 3
    War Childhood MuseumHistory museum · Stari Grad
    250 m (🚶 5 min)
  4. 4
    Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures
    200 m (🚶 3 min)
  5. 5
    Latin BridgeBridge · Old Town
    2.6 km (🚶 48 min / 🚌 19 min)
  6. 6
    Sarajevska žičara / Sarajevo Cable Car
    600 m (🚶 12 min)
  7. 7
    Trebevic Mountain and Abandoned Bobsleigh Track
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Day 3Return at noon

Stops
2
  1. 1
    Sarajevo War Tunnel MuseumMuseum · Ilidža
    4.9 km
  2. 2
    Vrelo BosnePark · Ilidža
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The route assumes the first day starts at noon, after you land, and the last ends at noon, before your flight. It is an example: with your dates the planner builds a route around your landing and your flight home, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Sarajevo?

Baščaršija, Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures, Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, Latin Bridge, Sarajevo War Tunnel Museum, Sebilj and 9 more. Baščaršija: The old bazaar and historical heart of Sarajevo, with narrow streets, artisan shops, and traditional cafes.

What can you do in 3 days in Sarajevo?

Day 1: Emperor's Mosque, Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, Baščaršija, Sebilj. Day 2: Sacred Heart Cathedral, Gallery 11/07/95, War Childhood Museum, Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures. Day 3: Sarajevo War Tunnel Museum, Vrelo Bosne.

Which areas should you explore in Sarajevo?

The itinerary for Sarajevo runs through Stari Grad, Old Town and Ilidža.

Which museums are worth visiting in Sarajevo?

Museums worth visiting in Sarajevo: Sarajevo War Tunnel Museum (Ilidža), Svrzo House (Old Town), War Childhood Museum (Stari Grad), National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina (Marijin Dvor) and Historical Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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