Immerse yourself in the rich history, vibrant culture, and delectable food of Sarajevo on this captivating tour. Discover the city’s iconic landmarks, hear intriguing stories, and explore centuries-old crafts. Book now!
Immerse yourself in the rich history, vibrant culture, and delectable food of Sarajevo on this captivating tour. Discover the city’s iconic landmarks, hear intriguing stories, and explore centuries-old crafts. Book now!
- Insider City Tours & Excursions - Meeting point with the guide.
- Emperor’s Mosque - The Emperor’s Mosque is Sarajevo’s oldest mosque and one of the oldest in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is presumed that Isa Bey Ishaković, the founder of Sarajevo, had this place of worship built soon after the city’s founding in 1462 in honor of Sultan Mehmed II…
- Insider City Tours & Excursions - Meeting point with the guide.
- Emperor’s Mosque - The Emperor’s Mosque is Sarajevo’s oldest mosque and one of the oldest in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is presumed that Isa Bey Ishaković, the founder of Sarajevo, had this place of worship built soon after the city’s founding in 1462 in honor of Sultan Mehmed II “the Conqueror”.
- Sarajevo City Hall - Vijećnica is the most extravagant building constructed in Sarajevo during Austro-Hungarian occupation and serves as a symbol of the meeting of world civilizations.
The project was overseen by Alexander Wittek, who had proposed his Pseudo Moorish design – the perfect architectural unity of East and West – for the future seat of the city’s government.
Since it first opened on April 20, 1896, the building has become the most important symbol of Sarajevo and is featured as an iconic motif in many photographs of the city.
After World War II, Vijećnica became home to the National and University Library of BiH.
On the nights of August 25-26, 1992 during the last war, Vijećnica was set ablaze. Nearly 90% of the library’s collection went up in flames and the building became a symbol of the Siege and tragedy of Sarajevo.
Vijećnica’s reconstruction got underway in 1996 and the official opening took place on May 9, 2014, the same day that Europe Day and the Day of Victory over Fascism are observed.
- Sebilj Brunnen (Fountain) - There used to be hundreds of sebiljs (kiosk-shaped public fountains) in Sarajevo, but today the last one is found on Baščaršija Square, where it serves as a major symbol of the city.
The origins of these fountains can be traced back to the Arabian Peninsula and the custom of building sebiljs was brought to Bosnia and Herzegovina by the Ottomans. Sebiljdžija, workers who received wages from the state or a vakuf (endowment), manned the kiosks and dispensed free water to hungry passersby.
- Serbian Orthodox Cathedral - The Old Orthodox Church in Sarajevo, which is dedicated to Archangels Michael and Gabriel, is one of Sarajevo’s oldest houses of worship.
- Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque - Gazi Husrev Bey’s Mosque, or Bey’s Mosque, as it is known locally, was built in the center of Baščaršija in 1530. Bey’s Mosque was designed by Adžem Esir Ali, a Persian from Tabriz, who was the chief architect in the Ottoman Empire at that time.
- Old Sarajevo Clock Tower - Sarajevo’s clock tower is 30 meters high and it is believed that it was built in the 16th century.
The tower’s clock is the only public clock in the world that keeps lunar time (“à la Turk”), to indicate the times for the daily prayers. According to this system, the new day begins at sunset, when the time is shown as 12:00!
- Jewish Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina - he Old Jewish Temple, also known as the Old Synagogue and the Great Temple (Il Kal Grandi), is the oldest place of worship for Jews in Sarajevo.
- Katedrala Sarajevo - The Cathedral of Jesus’ Sacred Heart was built in 1889 in the Neo-Gothic style and is the seat of the Archdiocese of Vrhbosna.
- Serbian Orthodox Cathedral - The Congregational Church of the Holy Mother is the largest Orthodox church in Sarajevo and one of the largest of its kind in the Balkans.
- Expert local guide
- Sampling of regional cuisine and beverages
- Expert local guide
- Sampling of regional cuisine and beverages
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
Fascinated by urban history, heritage, and cuisine? This city tour could be your perfect match! Join our guide and experience the essence of Sarajevo from all angles. Feast your eyes on the emblem of the Austro-Hungarian reign, listen to the tale of the Spite House, and traverse two avenues where you’ll gain insights into the various trades that have…
Fascinated by urban history, heritage, and cuisine? This city tour could be your perfect match! Join our guide and experience the essence of Sarajevo from all angles. Feast your eyes on the emblem of the Austro-Hungarian reign, listen to the tale of the Spite House, and traverse two avenues where you’ll gain insights into the various trades that have been a part of Sarajevo since the 15th century.
- Comfortable clothes and shoes, sun glasses, camera are recommended.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.