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Sarajevo Walking Tour: Dive into Rich History & Cultural Diversity of Old Town
Sarajevo
Immerse yourself in Sarajevo's rich history and cultural diversity with our 2-hour walking tour of the Old Town. Discover the city's complex past, including the siege of Sarajevo, and marvel at the stunning blend of Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian, and Socialist architecture.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Sarajevo City Hall - We start ur tour at the square opposit to City Hall, and here we make introduction to the Old Town Sarajevo, Talk about the City Hall, Spite house and Seher Cehaja Ottoman stone bridge
- Coppersmith Store Hidic - Slowly we advance into pedestrian zone and visit handcraft streets, from which most important one is Coppersmith street as it is the only one originally preserved. Here we visit one of the shops and learn more about the craft
- Bascarsija - Bascarsija sqare is the gravitational pull for all tourists, and the square itself has been built for locals to meet visitors from other towns and countries, but centuries ago they were traders and merchants and today tourists. in the center is public fountain Sebilj
- Morica Han - The only preserved Caravansaray (hotel for traders), in Old Town Sarajevo
- Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque - Here you learn about the most famous person in Sarajevo’s history. A man who spent his fortune investing in this city by building ecerything that will serve locals for centuries. Gazi Husrev bey built largest Mosque, Islamic school, public kitchen, Clock tower, Covered bazaar and much more
- Latin Bridge - You probably red about the most famous spot in Sarajevo, located next to Latin bridge is the place where Gavrilo Princip assassinated Archduke Franz Ferdinan and his wife, which triggered War World I
- TasliHan - Remainings of the largest Caravansaraj overlaping with largest Austro Hungarian hotel. perfect place to compare the architecture of XVI century Ottomans and XIX century Austro Hungarian
- Gazi-Husrev Beg’s Bezistan - XVI Century shopping mall
- Sarajevo Meeting of Culture - Line between East and West, between Ottoman and Austro Hungarian Empire
- Jewish Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina - Old Jewish Temple where we talk about the Sephard and Ashkenazi Jewish heritage in Sarajevo
- Sacred Heart Cathedral - Austro Hungarian architecture surrounding the square in fron tof Sacred Heart Cathedral, where you will feel like you are in typical European town
- Pijaca Markale - Open market where we remember massacre during siege of Sarajevo
- Eternal Flame - Times of Communism and Socialisam before fall of Yugoslavia, Tito’s street and Eternal Flame monument
- Serbian Orthodox Cathedral - Serbian Orthodox heritage in Sarajevo
What's Included
- English speaking tour guide
What's Not Included
- Entrance fee’s
Additional Information
This two-hour stroll provides insight into the city’s life dynamics and workings. Despite its seemingly simple nature, you will quickly appreciate that Sarajevo boasts a rich tapestry of history. The tour will introduce you to our cultural heritage, the last Bosnian War with the Siege of Sarajevo, natural beauty, and a glimpse into the ‘84 Winter Olympics. As you walk, you’ll observe how the landscape and architecture transitions between Ottoman, Austro Hungarian and Socialist times. Don’t forget to take a sip from the Sebilj Fountain and attempt to read the time from the lunar clock tower.
Location
Avdage Šahinagića
Meeting point is at square across the City Hall Vijecnica in the Old Town
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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