Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures

Join us on a journey through the past where the guide will reveal the small and big secrets of this city and introduce you to the mysticism of Sarajevo streets and alleys. The tour will take you to the main sights of the Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian architecture and will show you a unique line where East meets West. Discover more about the city that is commonly associated with a siege of the 1990s. Learn about how the First World War started as a result of events in the city, and where the first Winter Olympics were held. Enjoy the scent of fresh made coffee, flavors from hookah, the sound of church bells, and the call from the minarets. Learn why Sarajevo proudly carries a nickname "Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures".

Welcome to the city of love, good people, great atmosphere, but also a city that witnessed wars that have shaped Europe. A place where different ethnicities, religions, and cultures have molded since time immemorial. Discover the history, culture and lifestyle of the city of Sarajevo and its people, a place with an irresistible charm and a unique mixture between East and West. During this unique walking tour in the city, you will find out what Sarajevo’s spirit means to you. Sarajevo is a city with a unique energy that will make you fall in love with it. With its tiny streets, friendly people, and wonderful atmosphere, a local legend says that once you try Sarajevo, you will always return to it. So make sure to book this night walking tour and feel the vibe of our lovely capital.

Travelers that want a comprehensive overview of Sarajevo shouldn't miss this citywide guided tour, combining walking and driving, so you can see all the top sights. From historic churches, mosques and markets of the Old Town, to a museum commemorating the Siege of Sarajevo, visitors get an overview of the city, its history, and culture. Highlights include exploring the older parts of the city, taking in views from Trebevic Mountain, and sipping an included Bosnian coffee. Explore Sarajevo on this comprehensive, small-group sightseeing tour Visit top sights, from the Ottoman Old Town through Austro - Hungarian City Center towards brutalist Yugoslav archithecure. See more than a typical tour, since you walk and drive to top attractions. On this tour we cover History and Culture, War times, Nature and Olympics. Don't worry about getting around, with pickup by private vehicle included

The first stop on your tour will be the city of Konjic, one of the oldest towns in the country with archaeological traces dating back 4,000 years. The written documents date way back from 14th century, but the appearance of the town as it stands today started to form once the Ottomans came onto the scene. Utilizing a well-maintained road, you will then weave through a landscape of beautiful Bosnian canyons, mountains, lakes, and historic towns to reach Sarajevo. Your second stop is the most famous museum: the Tunnel of Hope. There you will learn about the position of the museum and its famous mark in front of the entrance named "Sarajevo Rose". After seeing a short movie, a 1-hour long presentation starts which will explain the fall of Yugoslavia, the war in Slovenia, Croatia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the creation and importance of the tunnel.  Following the tunnel, you'll advance towards the 1984 Olympics mountain of Trebević. It is the closest mountain to the center of Sarajevo and was part of the front line during the siege of Sarajevo. At this site you will have the opportunity to see and walk on the former bobsleigh and luge track, experiencing the most beautiful panoramic views of Sarajevo which unfortunately were also the main positions of the enemy army.   Just under the Trebevic Mountain lies the second-largest Jewish cemetery in Europe. The cemetery contains unique-shaped tombstones that can only be seen in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is believed their shape is influenced by medieval Bosnian tombstones named "Stecak". Once finished with the Jewish Cemetery, you will head to Sarajevo Old Town for a traditional Bosnian lunch. Following lunch the best way to explore the city is a walking tour. Your tour guide will accentuate to you a combination of Oriental, European, and Yugoslav influences, which create uniqueness and beauty seen nowhere else but Sarajevo. You'll see Muslim, Catholic Christian, Orthodox Christian, and Jewish architecture just a few minutes away from each other, whilst listening to Muslim calls to prayer at the same time as the sound of bells from nearby churches. You'll learn about the assassination that triggered World War I, as well as how Muslims and Jews protected each other through the different wars. At the conclusion of your scenic and education experience, it will be time to return to Mostar.

Discover the most important sights of Sarajevo on a guided walking tour. Learn about the city's history and culture as you stroll through its streets and squares. Meet your guide and set off on a walking tour of Sarajevo. Learn about the city's unique blend of culture, history, and heritage. Stroll through the narrow streets and squares to see the most representative monuments. Learn about the city's soul and spirit that makes Sarajevo one of the most beautiful and attractive cities in the world. Hear about the city's hospitality and unique spirit that attracts many people to come and visit. Learn about the Assassination on the Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie, an event that changed the history of the world as World War I started after. Discover how Sarajevo was once the Olympic city and the host of the XIV Winter Olympic Games in 1984. Hear how in the 1990s, Sarajevo unfortunately experienced the longest siege in modern war history.

Sarajevo is more than just a city; it’s a living tapestry of history, culture, and resilience. Join this walking tour and discover the heart of Sarajevo, where every street tells a story. Explore its ancient stone paths, feel the pulse of the city, and immerse yourself in its rich religious and architectural heritage. From mosques, churches, and the Jewish quarter, you’ll see why Sarajevo is known as the “Jerusalem of Europe,” a city where different faiths coexist in harmony. We’ll begin at Sarajevo City Hall, a symbol of the city's Austro-Hungarian past. From there, wander through Baščaršija’s cobbled streets, where the sounds of the call to prayer, church bells, and coppersmiths at work create an atmosphere that captures Sarajevo’s vibrant spirit. Explore key sites like the Gazi Husrev Bey Mosque, the Old Orthodox Church, and the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, all within steps of each other, before finishing at the historic Latin Bridge, where World War I was ignited. Along the way, our local guides will share insider tips on the best spots for food, drinks, and nightlife—tailored to your preferences.

Meeting point is on the square opposit to City Hall, whisch is the begining of urban Sarajevo, and from there we start the 2 hour journey through Old town and visit the most important sights. Places we cover are carefully selected so you will have variety of historical and cultural sights from different parts of our history, that will give you unique perspective and help you understands how the city functions. First part of the tour is located in the area that was built during Ottoman rule, with narrow streets, bazaar, handcraft streets and mosques. We are sure you will enjoy visiting coppersmiths that will present you their craft or perhaps taste water from Sebilj fountain on Bascarsija square, as the merchants did for centuries, or if you like architecture, you will love how well we preserved XVI century Ottoman hotel and shopping mall. Second part of our tour is European, Austro Hungarian part of our city, starting with most famous spot in Sarajevo - LAtin bridge and assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand which triggered World War I, main promenade, Sarajevo meeting of Cultures and Sacred Heart Cathedral. In between mentioned sights we visit Orthodox church and Sinagogue aswell, talk about Bosnian War and Siege of Sarajevo and ofcourse Winter Olympics '84

⏳ Are you ready to travel in time? Journey from the age of the Bosnian kingdom and the Slavs to the vibrant times of the Ottomans and the arrival of Austro-Hungary. Live through the World Wars and meet Tito, the leader of Yugoslavia. Our guide will take you along, reveal the stories hiding between iconic landmarks and hidden gems and won't bore you with too many facts you'll forget again right after the tour anyway (because believe us – we've been taking tons of tours elsewhere and nobody likes being lectures on vacation! 😉) And what would Sarajevo be without coffee? Strong, sweet, drunken anytime of the day; the backbone of Bosnian society. Our guide will teach you the Bosnian coffee ritual, tell you fun facts about the three kinds of coffee you drink at home. And what's coffee without something sweet? So you'll try some Baklava and a beloved Bosnian dessert too! ☕️ No exploration of Sarajevo would be complete without witnessing the artistry of traditional coppersmiths, of course. So we'll take you to a local workshop where you can see the master at work, and learn about techniques passed down through generations 🔨 By the end of this tour, you'll have a deeper understanding of Sarajevo's rich past, vibrant present, and the cultural traditions that make this city so unique. So don't wait up – let's go! 😍

Sarajevo is often called the Jerusalem of Europe. Throughout this tour you will discover how different religions and empires shaped the history of this beautiful city. Join a group of other travelers or have your guide all to yourself in a private group. Your local guide will explain what caused the Sarajevo Assassination of 1914, as well as how this event changed the course of the world’s history. You'll learn how to make and drink Bosnian coffee, before discovering what to eat and where to party during your Sarajevo adventure. You will also find out the differences between the Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian languages, including whether or not the different countries actually need a translator when they speak to each other.