Location: Sarajevo
Top Things to do in Sarajevo
10 Sights & Landmarks in Sarajevo That You Shouldn't Miss
Bosnia and Herzegovina's fascinating capital Sarajevo nestles among dramatic peaks, a bustling and welcoming city. War took its toll, with the 1992-1996 siege hitting hard. But the lively, diverse, museum-rich city has been almost entirely reconstructed. Don't miss Bijambare caves, set in thick forests and amid lakes to the north of the city, or Bosna Springs, from which the country takes its name. Site of 1984's Winter Olympics, Sarajevo offers spectacular skiing on Mount Bjelasnica Jahorina.
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1. Sarajevo War Tunnel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,338 reviews
Reviewed By joknees - Sydney, Australia
After reading alot about the Seige in Sarajevo I really wanted to visit this place and I certainly wasn't disappointed. From the second you arrive walking past the original house with bullet holes and continue inside to watch the documentaries and then see the tunnel itself is incredible. The entrance fee is 10BAM and we'll worth it. There is lots to see and learn here. It is quite small compared to other places, but it gives you a real sense of the struggle that the Sarajevo locals faced during the siege.
2. Avaz Twist Tower
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4.5 based on 322 reviews
Avaz Twist Tower is the highest skyscraper in the Balkan region of Europe. The tower is the headquarters of "Dnevni avaz", the most circulated and most read newspapers in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Avaz Twist Tower features high-speed panoramic elevators, which climb to the top of 36th floor, that offers an outside observatory from where you can see the whole Sarajevo. The tower is open from 7am - 11pm every day.
Reviewed By brianpU5205DI - New York City, United States
Cheap, stunning views. Bring your mobile. Then enjoy coffee and a snack before heading back. Only big surprise is that the tower seems rather disconnected from the heart of the city.
3. Bascarsija
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4.5 based on 3,002 reviews
Bascarsija is Sarajevo's old bazaar and the historical and cultural center of the city. Bascarsija was built in the 15th century when Isa-Beg Isakovic founded the town. The word Bascarsija derives from the Turkish language. The word "bas" which is "bas" in Turkish literally means "head", in some contexts however also "primary", "main", "capital" and "carsija" which is "carsi" in Turkish means "bazaar" or "market". Due to the large fire in the 19th century, today Bascarsija is half the size that it once was. Bascarsija is located on the north bank of the river Miljacka, in the municipality of Stari Grad. On Bascarsija there are several important historic buildings, such as the Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque and sahat-kula. Today Bascarsija is the major tourist attraction of Sarajevo.
Reviewed By JnVSydney - Greater Sydney, Australia
We had a wonderful stay in Sarajevo, for almost a month, before a sudden departure, (due to covid-19), the highlight of the city is definitely, the old neighbourhood, we spent most of our time here just walking the alleyways, enjoying the food, (which is amazing) and the coffee houses, (a wonderful experience) we highly recommend starting a visit, with a free walking tour of the old town to get your boots on the ground. Our faves: Cock tower and bakery, (Pekara Imaret loacated within the courtyard), Bosna eatery Baklava coffee shop
4. Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque
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4.5 based on 663 reviews
Gazi Husrev-beg's mosque was built in first half of sixteenth century by Gazi Husrev-beg, Bosnian Governor (sandzakbeg) and grandson of Sultan Bajezit II. It is one of the most monumental mosques built in the Ottoman period and is the center of religious life of Muslims in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The mosque is the part of vaqf (foundation) established by Gazi Husrev beg, which is still the heart of the old town of Sarajevo. During the Siege of Sarajevo in Bosnian war the vaqf complex was fired by more than thousand grenades but, thanks to its solid structure and two meter thick walls, the mosque survived. After the war it was thoroughly repaired using the original ornaments found on the walls.
Reviewed By JnVSydney - Greater Sydney, Australia
This would have to be one of the centre points of the old town especially on Friday, (pray day), when It seems all worshippers of Sarajevo congregate here, (still nice to be in the area, as there is a real vibe) . Any other day we would recommend the tourist/visitor to visit, the courtyard and interior, as it is the largest historical mosque in Bosnia, its pretty hard to miss.
5. Sebilj Brunnen (Fountain)
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4.5 based on 522 reviews
Reviewed By JnVSydney - Greater Sydney, Australia
Located within the bazaar, stands this ornate gazebo style fountain, basically the central part of the old town, every visitor will end up here at some point, makes for awesome piccies with the pigeons in flight, one thing though be-aware of pick pockets, they are like lions, looking for a stray gazelle, that has left the pack.
6. Church of the Holy Archangels Michael and Gabriel in Sarajevo
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4.5 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By kmarko - Ljubljana, Slovenia
the catholic church from 6th century, now a bit redesigned and used as an orthodox church, really cute, well worth a short stop - just few steps from Baščaršija.
7. Sarajevo City Hall
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4.5 based on 790 reviews
Reviewed By JnVSydney - Greater Sydney, Australia
This triangular building is a site to see, quite beautiful built in the moorish style In the 1800’s. During the Siege of Sarajevo, it was heavily damaged, after a long restoration the building is back to its former glory
8. Sarajevo Olympic Bobsleigh and Luge Track
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4.5 based on 409 reviews
Reviewed By dasame - Robinson, United States
Not only for the Olympics but also during the war the track played a significant role, so walking it down with the beautiful trees that surround the area makes it very nice. And yes at the very top before you enter the path you can have a beautiful view of the city.
9. Ferhadija Pedestrian Street
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4.5 based on 261 reviews
Reviewed By Kim025Singapore - Singapore, Singapore
This is the main pedestrian street for tourist. Just by walking along this street, one can visit many famous tourist attractions such as mosque, church, museum, shops and the iconic line which separates the East ( influence left by the Ottoman Empire) and West (influence left by the Austro-Hungarian Empire).
10. Gazi Husrev Begova Medresa
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4.5 based on 63 reviews
The Gazi Husrev Beg Museum represents a unique place where visitors can acquaint themselves with the character of Gazi Husrev Beg and the history of his waqf (endowment). The contemporary exhibition is thematically organized in the former rooms of the students of the Madrasah...
Reviewed By Elena257 - Timisoara, Romania
The museum is rather small, but informative. You can see the history of Sarajevo. They also have one of the tombstones that enlisted on the Unesco heritage
