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5 Days in Sarajevo: Unveiling History and Natural Beauty

Faruk Ömer

15 Jan 2024

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Embark on a captivating journey through Sarajevo's rich history and breathtaking landscapes. Discover the city's iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in its diverse culture, and unwind in the midst of stunning natural wonders. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Sarajevo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Tracing Sarajevo's Past: City Hall, Latin Bridge, and War Childhood Museum

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$30

Plaza Apartments - Sarajevo

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

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Sarajevo City Hall

Originally built in the late 1800s, this grand national monument hosts government events & concerts.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

5 - 8 min

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Latin Bridge

Ottoman-era stone bridge near the site of Archduke Franz Ferdinand's 1914 assassination.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$3

7 - 10 min

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War Childhood Museum

Prominent museum featuring exhibits & videos on the children who lived through the Bosnian War.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

Day 2Exploring Sarajevo's Historic Charm: Yellow Fortress, Baščaršija, Sebilj, and Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque

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$13

Plaza Apartments - Sarajevo

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 22 min

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Yellow Fortress

Clifftop remnant of a defensive wall, now a popular spot for sunsets & panoramic views of Sarajevo.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$8

8 - 11 min

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Baščaršija

Dating back to the 1400s, this bustling market offers dining & shopping amid cultural landmarks.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Sebilj

Landmark wooden fountain built in the 18th century & resembling an ornate kiosk.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque

Completed in 1532, the country's largest mosque is one of the main Ottoman complexes in the Balkans.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$5

Day 3Reflecting on Tragedy and Resilience: Gallery 11/07/95, Sacred Heart Cathedral, and Pijaca Markale Food Market

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$15

Plaza Apartments - Sarajevo

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Gallery 11/07/95

Modern gallery with artistic & documentary multimedia content memorializing the Srebrenica massacre.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

1 - 2 min

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Sacred Heart Cathedral

Ornate, 19th-century Gothic-style Catholic church with a marble altar, murals & stained glass.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$3

2 - 3 min

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Pijaca Markale food market

Food market in a neoclassical building with stalls supplying local produce, meats & dairy products.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Delving into Art and Nature: The National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Bjelašnica

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$43

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$ 6

Plaza Apartments - Sarajevo

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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The National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina

Established in 1888, this history museum features cultural artifacts, exhibits & a botanical garden.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$18

63 - 76 min

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Bjelašnica

Portions of the 1984 Winter Olympics took place on this peak with a ski resort & mountain biking.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$25

Day 5Surrendering to Serenity: Ilidža Thermal Riviera, Vrelo Bosne, and Tunnel of Hope

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$35

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$ 8

Plaza Apartments - Sarajevo

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Ilidža Thermal Riviera

Year-round hot springs attraction with indoor & outdoor thermal pools, waterslides & areas for kids.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

14 - 17 min

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Vrelo Bosne

Picturesque woodland park featuring a spring & pool, the source of the River Bosna, plus cafes.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Tunnel of Hope

Small military-history museum at the site of a storied Bosnian War–era underground tunnel.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$10

Budget breakdown: $148 In total

Activities & Food:$135

Transport:$13