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Sarajevo Walking Tour: Discover the Cosmopolitan European Jerusalem with a Local Guide

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Sarajevo

Sarajevo, often dubbed as the European Jerusalem, embodies a true spirit of cosmopolitanism. We’re going to acquaint you with significant Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian, and Yugoslav landmarks. The city’s captivating history, delectable cuisine, and welcoming locals will surely leave you in awe!

Duration: 3 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Info Bosnia Tours - The tour begins at the Info Bosnia Tourist Information Center, situated on the main pedestrian street, Ferhadija, right next to the “Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures”.
Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque - Built in 1530/31 in the Early Istanbul style, this mosque is the central structure of Gazi Husrev-bey’s waqf (charitable foundation). The mosque’s dome reaches 23 meters, and its minaret stands at 45 meters. It is the largest historical mosque in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the first in the world to be illuminated by electricity.
Morica Han - Originally constructed in 1551, Morica Han (caravanserai) is part of Gazi Husrev-bey’s endowment (wakf). It was destroyed by fire in 1957 and restored between 1971-74. It once had 44 guest rooms accommodating up to 300 people and 70 horses. Morica Han is the only remaining caravanserai in Sarajevo.
Sebilj Brunnen (Fountain) - The Sebilj is a Neo-Ottoman stone-and-wood fountain located in the center of Bascarsia. The original Sebilj was built by Mehmed Pasa Kukavica in 1753 but was relocated by Austrian architect Alexander Wittek in 1891. The area around Sebilj is also known as the “Square of Pigeons”.
Kazandziluk - Sarajevo’s renowned coppersmith street.
Sarajevo City Hall - This is the most representative building from the Austro-Hungarian period, completed in 1896. It is a famous example of Neo-Moorish architecture inspired by Islamic art in Spain and North Africa.
Emperor’s Mosque - The first mosque built in Sarajevo by Isa-bey.
Latin Bridge - Located next to the famous Latin Bridge, this site is known for the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and Sophie, an event that changed the world.
Gazi-Husrev Beg’s Bezistan - Discover the Bezistan (covered bazaar) built at the same time as the Taslihan stone inn, which was destroyed during the Austro-Hungarian period.
Serbian Orthodox Cathedral - The Congregational Church of the Holy Mother, built during the Ottoman period, is the largest Orthodox church in Sarajevo.
Katedrala Sarajevo - The Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus was one of the first major European-style buildings in Sarajevo.
Jewish Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina - The Old Jewish Temple, also known as the Sephardic Synagogue, is the first and oldest synagogue built in Sarajevo.
Sarajevo Meeting of Culture - The Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures is where East meets West, showcasing the unique blend of Sarajevo.
Info Bosnia Tours - The tour concludes in front of the Info Bosnia Tourist Information Center.

What's Included

Certified guide
Bottle of water

What's Not Included

Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional Information

Dress code is smart casual

Location

Velika avlija Laure Papo Bahorete 2

Velika avlija Laure Papo Bahorete

The starting point is in front of Info Bosnia Tourist Information Center located on main pedestrian street Ferhadija, just next to “Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures”.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Almain

Oct 16, 2023

Tour of Sarajevo - We had the most moving and informative guide in Sarajevo. Amir Telibećirović is a local guide we found through a Rick Steves travel book. He is a journalist, tour guide and survivor of the siege of Sarajevo ('92-'96). We arranged a private tour with him for ourselves and one other couple. He took us through the history of the country (pre-Yugoslavia) as well as the siege and post war progress. I cannot recommend him more highly. Our tour was definitely one of the highlights of our 2 week trip! You can reach him by e-mail: [email protected]