What are the best things to do in Mostar?
Top picks in Mostar include The Old Bridge, Old Bridge Museum, Museum of Herzegovina, Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque. See the full list and itinerary on this Mostar travel guide.
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Mostar Travel Guide
Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Photo: Bernard Gagnon · CC BY-SA 4.0
Why visit Mostar
Travel guide for Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Mostar is a stop in Bosnia and Herzegovina, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 2 days. If time is short, prioritise The Old Bridge, Old Bridge Museum, Museum of Herzegovina instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 40–95 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Mostar
1
The Old Bridge
2
Old Bridge Museum
3
Museum of Herzegovina
4
Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque
5
Karađoz Bey Mosque
6
Watch locals dive off the Old Bridge
Budget travel
Free things to do in Mostar
The Old Bridge
Old Bridge Museum
Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque
Karađoz Bey Mosque
Watch locals dive off the Old Bridge
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Mostar itinerary (2 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit The Old Bridge
- Visit Old Bridge Museum
- Visit Museum of Herzegovina
- Eat at National Restaurant Ćevabdžinica Tima - Irma
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque
- Visit Karađoz Bey Mosque
- Visit Watch locals dive off the Old Bridge
- Eat at Konoba Taurus
Budget
Mostar trip cost
Budget
USD 20–40
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 40–95
per person / day
Luxury
USD 110–180+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Mostar
Estimated total (USD)
$1,935
≈ $968 per person · $276 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $70/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Mostar mid-range ground costs (budget 20–40 · mid 40–95 · luxury 110–180+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
National Restaurant Ćevabdžinica Tima - Irma
Konoba Taurus
Behar
Moon Star Caffe & Pizzeria
Rota
Aščinica "Saray"
A great place to have cheap and good dishes. Prices range from 5 KM to 12 KM for a big meal.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Bevanda
Mostar's only luxurious four-star hotel. It's in a quiet area with beautiful nature and a river running under hotel, yet it's not more than
Hotel Bristol
45 rooms, a restaurant, and two conference rooms. The rooms have air-conditioning, telephone, new bathrooms and satellite TV. The restaurant
GuestHouse Taso
Free Wi-Fi, tours around Mostar. Free pick up service 24 hr.
Zdrava Hrana
Apartment and hostel.
Biba
Three furnished two bedroom apartments with terraces on Neretva River directly over looking the Mostar Old Bridge.
Nightlife
- OKC Abrašević
- Ali Baba's Cave
- Black Dog Pub
- Studio Lounge
Museums & culture
- Old Bridge Museum
- Museum of Herzegovina
- Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque
- Karađoz Bey Mosque
In pictures
Mostar gallery
Photos: Bernard Gagnon, Hibasi, Dans — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Mostar travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Mostar?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Mostar?
Plan at least 2 days in Mostar for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Mostar?
Popular stays in Mostar include Hotel Bevanda, Hotel Bristol, GuestHouse Taso. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Mostar cost?
On the ground in Mostar (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 20–40 per person per day, mid-range about 40–95, and luxury about 110–180+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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