What are the best things to do in Sarajevo?
Top picks in Sarajevo include Avaz Twist Tower, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Clock Tower, Skakavac Waterfall. See the full list and itinerary on this Sarajevo travel guide.
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Sarajevo Travel Guide
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Photo: Julian Nyča · CC BY-SA 4.0
Why visit Sarajevo
Travel guide for Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Sarajevo is a stop in Bosnia and Herzegovina, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 2 days. If time is short, prioritise Avaz Twist Tower, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Clock Tower 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 Sarajevo
1
Avaz Twist Tower
2
Sacred Heart Cathedral
3
Clock Tower
4
Skakavac Waterfall
5
Sarajevo Zoo
Budget travel
Free things to do in Sarajevo
Sacred Heart Cathedral
Skakavac Waterfall
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Sarajevo itinerary (2 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Avaz Twist Tower
- Visit Sacred Heart Cathedral
- Visit Clock Tower
- Eat at Buregdžinica Bosna
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Skakavac Waterfall
- Visit Sarajevo Zoo
- Eat at Fan Ferhatović
Budget
Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo, 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 Sarajevo
Estimated total (USD)
$1,935
≈ $968 per person · $276 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $70/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Sarajevo 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
Buregdžinica Bosna
Pita & burek café, sandwiched between Mrkva and Bosnian House.
Fan Ferhatović
Pleasant ambience in the bazaar, good local food, friendly staff.
Ćevabdžinica Željo 3
Traditional Bosnian barbecue food. The atmosphere is great.
Sač
Authentic Bosnian cuisine with yummy burek and excellent pies.
Teraza
Pizzas and Bosnian sandwiches. Excellent location just heart of the city center with unique retro design makes you feel calm and relax. The
The Epicentrum
Excellent homemade food, paradise tomato soup.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Hayat
Motel Jasmin
Singles, doubles, triples with separate bathrooms and TV. Cleanliness very variable.
Pansion Sebilj
Most of the staff speak English fluently. An internet-cafe is downstairs in the same house, a restaurant in the atrium. The restaurants in t
Shopping
- Markale Market
- Pijaca "Ciglane"
- Gazi-Husrev Beg's Bezistan
- Isfahan Gallery
- Sahinpasic
- Baklava Shop Sarajevo
Nightlife
- Cafe Slastičarna "Palma"
- Ministry of Ćejf
- Miris Dunja
- Mrvica
- Mrvica Old Town
- Opera Bar/Café
Museums & culture
- Sacred Heart Cathedral
In pictures
Sarajevo gallery
Photos: Julian Nyča, Bjoertvedt, The original uploader was BloodSaric at English Wikipedia., Bakir123, Yukof — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Sarajevo travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Sarajevo?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Sarajevo?
Plan at least 2 days in Sarajevo for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Sarajevo?
Popular stays in Sarajevo include Hotel Hayat, Motel Jasmin, Pansion Sebilj. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Sarajevo cost?
On the ground in Sarajevo (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 Sarajevo, 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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