Walking Tour in Sarajevo: Exploring Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian Architecture
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Sarajevo
Embark on a captivating walking tour in Sarajevo, uncovering the hidden secrets of the city's Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian architecture. Immerse yourself in the rich history and cultural fusion of Istanbul and Vienna, while indulging in the tantalizing aromas of Bosnian cuisine.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Sarajevo City Hall - We will talk about Construction of the City hall, its usage, desctruction and reconstruction.
  • Bravadziluk Street - We will walk through the street where you can eat best cevapi and pita in Sarajevo. You will have the oppurtunity to see how it is done!
  • Kazandziluk - We will walk through Kazandžiluk street and meet some of the shop vendors, you will hear stories about coffee tasting and making, pot making and decorations, and life in general during Ottoman period in Sarajevo
  • Sebilj Brunnen (Fountain) - We will stop next to the Wooden Fountain Sebilj and talk about its history, creation, and usage throughout centuries.
  • Morica Han - We will visit Morića Han, a place that was once Caravan Saray. You will hear stories about caravans travelling to our Country. You will have oppurtinity to see Carpet store with traditional Bosnian carpets.
  • Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque - We will be in the courtyard of the mosque and talk about its construction and usage. We will also mention and talk about Medressah (Islamic school), public toilets, library, and entire neighbourhood that was constrcuted together with the mosque during 16th century.
  • Muzej Sarajeva - We will stop in front of the Museum where Assassination of Austro-Hungarian Archduke Franz Ferdinand happened in 1914. We are going to see pictures of the assassin Gavrilo Princip and talk in details about the reasons to start the WWI.
  • Gazi-Husrev Beg’s Bezistan - We will walk through Bezistan (closed bazaar) which was created as a copy of Kapali Čaršija in Istanbul. You will be amazed by this 16th century building
  • Sarajevo Meeting of Culture - We will stop at this spot and witness a place in our city where East meets West, where small Istanbul meets small Vienna
  • Jewish Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina - We will stop in front what was once a Sephardic Synagogue and talk about history of Jewish People in our country. We will talk about Haggadah, illuminated manuscript, Holocaust, and Righteous among Nations.
  • Sacred Heart Cathedral - We will visit the Cathedral and talk about its neogothic construction, but also we will talk about Pope’s visit in 1997 and 2015.
  • Serbian Orthodox Cathedral - We will stop in front of the Cathedral and talk about it’s lavish style of architecture and Serbian Community.

We will also see a square where chess is being played with big figures, and talk about monument in the centre of the square called “Multicultural Man”

What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

Embark on a trip down memory lane where you’ll uncover the hidden treasures of my town. We’ll visit major locations linked with both Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian designs. Additionally, we’ll observe the striking resemblance between miniature Istanbul and miniature Vienna. As we stroll, the appetizing aroma of čevapi (a Bosnian national dish), various savories, and the scent of Turkish coffee will tantalize your senses, accompanied by the auditory backdrop of church chimes and calls echoing from minarets.

Location
Telali 19
Telali
At the main entrance to the city hall. Where recognizable shirt with Logo or a Flag
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Hasan
Jun 9, 2018
An Amazing Tour Guide- Sharing his personal stories and factual historical knowledge! - I commenced communicating with Suvad a few months back to confirm my schedule and tours on Sarajevo and Mostar. Everything was simple and easy, he is very good at communicating and defining the plan based on what you want to do. I had two days touring with Suvad and return airport transfers, i thought he was rather reasonable, hence paid approx $205 euro for 2 and a half days touring. He picked me from the airport and we went direct to Mostar, spent the night there in shared accomodation. We commenced Mostar tour at 8am the next day, however the night before we walked around and had a splendid dinner. He shares his insights and gived you a complete perspective, from a history and personal perspective. So i enjoyed the transfer of knowledge and the tours were nice and light too, a reasonable amount of working, however you get a complete perspective and not a bias view based on any religious thought. Thats what i really enjoyed that you had a neutral perspective. His also a very nice guy, so good to engage him as a guide, get some thoughts as to what you want to do and let him plan it out for you!
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Manicmidget
Jul 5, 2017
Lovely and lively private tour guides - My friends and I signed up for the Sarajevo and Herzegovina tours. Both times it was more like a private tour as we were the only ones with the tour guide. It was very convenient because the tour guides can easily answer our questions and their attentions were dedicated to our small group. Both tour guides were also accommodating to our interests regarding their history, food, culture, among other topics; plus, they let us take as many pictures as we want and let us go shopping while on tour! What I ultimately love and appreciate is their pride of their rich cultural history. Both tour guides were very passionate about their careers and their country. Even just the store owners and restaurant staff members are very much proud of their crafts. Overall, wonderful country, wonderful people, wonderful trip! Highly advised for everyone to come visit! Note: To find the tour company, you have to walk past the reception desk of ETN Hotel towards the back.
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Fiona
Jun 15, 2016
Passionate about Sarajevo - Suvad was a brilliant guide - full of interesting details, able to give more information any time someone asked an awkward question and clearly passionate about his city! He gave us a brilliant walking tour of the old city, accompanied us on our various visits around the country and made sure we were eating some incredible food (except for the yoghurt drink thing. That isn't pleasant, no matter what he tells you!) Suvad's own story and his openness in sharing his emotions meant that Sarajevo became a lot more than just buildings, sights and photos - it became real to us in a way that few tourist guides can ever make a city 'real' for people visiting for only a few days. Thank you Suvad- and I'm sure I'll see you back in Sarajevo soon!
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