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Sarajevo: Grand Walking Tour

1. Sarajevo: Grand Walking Tour

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 about the assassination that triggered the First World War and discover why Sarajevo is called European Jerusalem.

Sarajevo: Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide

2. Sarajevo: Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide

The city of Sarajevo represents the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is a place where different cultures meet and make Sarajevo a unique multicultural center. It is also a city where great empires ruled and left marks all over the country like the Ottoman Empire, Austria-Hungarian Empire, Communist Yugoslavia, and the modern period of independence. Is there a better example of a multi-confessional society than four religious monuments within a 100 meter radius? The sounds and prayers one can hear at the same time represent a feeling which cannot be described but has to be experienced. The scent of authentic coffee, the smell of a traditional kitchen, the historical appearance of the old part of the town, the friendly citizens, and the soul of the city itself will definitely guarantee an excellent vacation. Can you imagine that Sarajevo was the center of the world in 1984? It was the year of 14th Winter Olympic Games. Only eight years later, Sarajevo was a war field, with the longest siege in modern history.

Sarajevo: 2.5-Hour Grand Walking Tour

3. Sarajevo: 2.5-Hour Grand Walking Tour

Discover Sarajevo, a relatively young city founded in the middle of the 15th century, with a turbulent history. Experience a combination of Oriental, European and Yugoslav influences, which creates uniqueness and beauty seen nowhere else but in Sarajevo. This city embraced all different nationalities, but unfortunately faced destruction at the end of the 20th century.   On this tour, you will be able to see Muslim, Catholic Christian, Orthodox Christian, and Jewish architecture just a few minutes away from each other. Hear Muslim calls to prayer, and at the same time hear the sound of bells from nearby churches. Try some traditional dishes and see traditional crafts. Learn about the assassination that triggered the First World War, and how Muslims and Jews protected each other through the different wars. Understand how a city that suffered so much can be so pleasant. In just three hours, get to feel the soul of Sarajevo.

Sarajevo: 1914 Archduke Assassination Tour

4. Sarajevo: 1914 Archduke Assassination Tour

Meet your guide in the morning, then journey back over 100 years to relive the critical moments of this historic flashpoint. Explore the streets of Sarajevo and the beautiful Austro-Hungarian architecture, learning about Sarajevo's long and colorful past and what led to the infamous assassination. Immerse yourself in history at the Austro-Hungarian Museum, discovering how a single bullet can change world history as your guide reveals why this assassination sparked the outbreak of World War One. As the tour continues, see more famous Sarajevo sites such as the Cathedral and Army Hall. Learn how the young assassin Gavrilo Princip is perceived in modern Bosnia and Herzegovina, highlighting how the events of 1914 still impact the country. Not only that, but see how the assassination is reflected in the shape of Europe and the whole world today.  The tour finishes in time for you to grab lunch in one of Sarajevo's excellent eateries. Ask your guide for a recommendation!

Sarajevo: Sarajevo City Market, Old Town Food Tasting Tour

5. Sarajevo: Sarajevo City Market, Old Town Food Tasting Tour

The Ultimate gastro experience is the name of a new tourist route, imagined as a time travel taking you to less or barely known places with the traditional cuisine of our country. The new route takes visitors to places they would not otherwise visit, and in that way, they are presented with where and what the locals buy, what they eat and how they eat every day, and what they prepare for special occasions. During the tour, the guide will also tell you more about the history of the city, but with the focus on the local food and the spots that are not necessarily the main tourist zones, but are close to such zones. So, let your senses follow the Sarajevo menu and tackle them with numerous flavorings. Stops along the tour:• Sarajevo City Market – Enjoy the smell of the market and taste the best dry meat in the country.• Markale Open Market – Fresh fruits and vegetables from the local farmers• Učkur Pita – A unique type of Bosnian traditional pie• Somun tasting – A special Sarajeva bread baked for only 20 seconds.• TipTop – Take a break and drink Boza.• Aščinica Stari Grad – Bey’s soup tasting.• Aščinica – Your senses are going wild when tasting Sarajvski sahan.• Ćevapi – The must have in Sarajevo.• Coffee process making – See how the coffee is processed. • Baklava dućan & Miris Dunja- Taste the famous baklava and end the tour with a cup of Bosnian coffee.

Sarajevo: Uncovering Islam Tour

6. Sarajevo: Uncovering Islam Tour

Starting off with a quick introduction with your professional tour guide, you will be taken through an overview of the Islamic religion, including its beginnings and evolution. From tradition to culture, from social relations to every day life, you can discover the religion of Islam, including why is it considered to be one of the most peaceful religions in the world. With your Sarajevo insider, you will cover the history of Islam in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and how much it contributed to peoples' lives and culture. You will also find out how it has co-existed with the other religions for hundreds of years.

Sarajevo: Eat Pray Love Tour

7. Sarajevo: Eat Pray Love Tour

Enjoy your morning and early afternoon with a unique local experience. Treat your senses with traditional delicacies, learn about Bosnian hospitality, and the meaning behind a cup of Bosnian coffee. You can admire the symbol of the Austro-Hungarian rule, hear stories about the House of Spite, and walk through streets where you’ll learn more about different crafts which have existed in Sarajevo since the 15th century. You can discover the heart of Ottoman architecture, Sarajevo’s Baščaršija, before learning of the difference between “burek” and all other pies. Pray in four places of worship in Sarajevo, and find out why people call it a “European Jerusalem”. Later on, you will learn about the local hospitality over a cup of warm Bosnian coffee, as you share the importance and meaning of this special drink.

Sarajevo: Guided Walking History Tour

8. Sarajevo: Guided Walking History Tour

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.

Sarajevo Jewish Tour

9. Sarajevo Jewish Tour

The end of 15th century in Europe was the end of peaceful life for some of the people. After the fall of Granada in 1492, began the persecution of Jews from Spain and Portugal. Find out how in the 16th century the Sarajevans developed new neighbours – the Sephardim Jews and what was the life looked like in the Sijavus Pasha’s Quarter. Discover what they used to do, what songs they sang and which specialities they used to prepare. You'll also learn about the fascinating Ladino language. On this tour, you can hear about all of this. The tour will tell you the story of the Jewish Community in Sarajevo, the story of Sephardim and Ashkenazim Jews, their life, happiness, suffering, persecution, place of their eternal resting and place of struggle with death and suffering.

Sarajevo: Walking Food Tour with Local Craft Experience

10. Sarajevo: Walking Food Tour with Local Craft Experience

Looking for a truly authentic experience of local life and the way of living in Sarajevo? Look no further we got you covered! On our Food and Crafts tour, you will have the opportunity to visit some of the oldest streets in the city of Sarajevo, with our local guide showing you traditional workshops and smiths along the way. While passing through the streets of Sarajevo, you will also get an opportunity to try and taste the finest savory and sweet traditional specialties of Bosnian cuisine. The tour kicks off at a hidden gem in the historic center of the city, where you will discover the freshest bakery goods here. This particular bakery is somewhat of a local legend here where people are willing to stand for hours in line just to get the best pastries. We will of course skip the lines. Continuing our journey through the small streets of the Old Town, you will meet our local craftsmen who continue making handmade things, such as paintbrushes, coffee pots, and carpenters. Following this, we will go along the magical street which had the status of a “čarsija”, meaning bazaar, during the Gazi Husrev Beg in 1521, when over 60 shops had been built there. A lot of these shops, back then but even today, still sell Bosnian carpets. Fun fact Bosnia and Herzegovina is one of the few European countries that have its own Bosnian carpet - as a special form of applied, folk, and traditional art. Following in the footsteps of old crafts we will provide you with the experience of visiting a traditional coffee shop where coffee grinders are still handmade. For over 120 years a famous Sarajevo family nurtures this handmade art and keeps it from oblivion. The first mentions of the potter's trade in Sarajevo date back to 1489, and today specialties are in the same place as it was in the 16th century when it was built, incenter the masters of this craft have been creating copper art for centuries. Besides copper crafts, Sarajevo is famous for handmade paintbrushes, which according to Sarajevo craftsmen, can be used for half a century without a decline in quality. Mixing in a bit of modernism, we must introduce you to a modern concept store that showcases local designs and artists. As for food, we cannot leave you hungry. On this tour, you will have an opportunity to see one of the most famous restaurants in the city. Immerse yourself in the world of delicious cheeses, unforgettable tastes of cured and smoked meat, and other dishes prepared by recipes that are centuries old. Last but not least, we will visit one of the oldest pipe shops in Sarajevo - we try the most delicious dishes from the owners - and sudzukice in this local restaurant was named the best sudzuk by the Sarajevo food dictionary in 20the. As a cherry on top, taste delicious handmade baklava, served with true delight - Bosnian coffee. Our goal with this tour is to enrich you with the experience of Sarajevo through the eyes of local citizens.

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4.9 / 5

based on 114 reviews

Definitely recommend!! Our tour guide was a super friendly and professional person. She gave us all the info about the history of the country and the town, but what we found most exciting is that she talked the most about the stories and about the life in Sarajevo. We also found out a lit about great places to visit and also where to eat the best food. If you have a spare 4 hours definitely do this tour!

Sarajevo is a beautiful city and this walking tour covers the key landmarks, culture and history of the city. Zuzu was my guide, who was informative and brought the city to life. I strongly recommend this tour as a great way to get your bearings! I also really enjoyed seeing local tradespeople making souvenirs from left over shells.

I was the only person booked for today so it felt like a private tour, my tour guide Haris was very knowledgeable and friendly with a good sense of humour too. I had a great time and feel like I definitely have a better grasp of Sarajevo’s history and culture as well as points of interest for the rest of my trip.

It’s been a lovely morning with Haris. We spot and discovered any side of the city with a professional and gentle guide who told us history, stories and anecdotes of such fantastic city. We warmly recommend this tour to understand a city as complex as it is beautiful.

The best tour type I’ve ever experienced. It is a mixture of history, culture while walking around and EATING. Out tour guide was very enthusiastic and informative. Definitely recommend!!