Old Town Sarajevo Travel Guide

Sarajevo

A panoramic view of a city with a mix of historical and modern architecture, surrounded by hills and mountains.
Ancient stone walls with a church spire in the background.
A stone bridge over a river with houses and a mosque in the background.
A mosque with a tall minaret and a dome, surrounded by a market area with stalls and a person standing near a table.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a stone bridge over a river, and a town with red-roofed houses in the background.

Stay near popular Old Town Sarajevo attractions

A public square with pigeons, a mosque, a minaret, and a tree.

Baščaršija Džamija

9.6/10 (79 reviews)
Find out about the history of Sarajevo when you spend time at Baščaršija Džamija. Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its cafes.
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Things to do

Sarajevo: Mostar, Blagaj, Kravice Waterfalls and 4 Cities

Sarajevo: Mostar, Blagaj, Kravice Waterfalls and 4 Cities

฿2,547
per adult
Sarajevo: Mostar, Blagaj, Kravice Waterfalls and 4 Cities
Srebrenica Genocide Memorial - Study Tour - Day Tour from Sarajevo

From Sarajevo: Srebrenica Genocide Memorial Study Tour

฿3,004
per adult
From Sarajevo: Srebrenica Genocide Memorial Study Tour
Jajce Waterfall

From Sarajevo: Travnik, Jajce, Pliva Lakes & Watermills Tour

฿3,233
per adult
From Sarajevo: Travnik, Jajce, Pliva Lakes & Watermills Tour
Our guide Kenan with group of tourists

Sarajevo: Mostar, Blagaj, Pocitelj, Waterfall, Konjic with fees

฿2,852
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sarajevo: Mostar, Blagaj, Pocitelj, Waterfall, Konjic with fees
Photo by Alec

From Sarajevo: Full-Day Hike to Lukomir Village

฿2,852
per adult
From Sarajevo: Full-Day Hike to Lukomir Village
Hiking around Sarajevo: Full Day Hike to Lukomir Village

Hiking around Sarajevo: Full Day Hike to Lukomir Village

฿2,396
per adult
Hiking around Sarajevo: Full Day Hike to Lukomir Village
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Top hotels in Old Town Sarajevo

Residence Inn by Marriott Sarajevo

Residence Inn by Marriott Sarajevo

4 out of 5
Skenderija 43 Sarajevo
The price is ฿3,516 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿3,516
฿4,230 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarajevo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Residence Inn by Marriott Sarajevo
FG Boutique Hostel

FG Boutique Hostel

2 out of 5
8 Mula Mustafe Bašeskije Sarajevo Federacija Bosne i Hercegovine
The price is ฿434 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
฿434
฿1,187 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Sarajevo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Markale and Gallery 11/07/95 are located ...
8/10 Very good! (38 reviews)
"This place was good value for the money. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I would certainly stay here again"

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

FG Boutique Hostel
Courtyard by Marriott Sarajevo

Courtyard by Marriott Sarajevo

4 out of 5
Skenderija 1 Sarajevo
The price is ฿3,731 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,731
฿4,480 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarajevo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Courtyard by Marriott Sarajevo
Hotel Sana

Hotel Sana

3 out of 5
Mula Mustafe Besekije 53 Sarajevo
The price is ฿3,037 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,037
฿3,668 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sarajevo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (454 reviews)
"Very well located, clean, comfortable hotel with helpful staff, decent breakfast, etc. I recommend it."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Hotel Sana
Hotel President Sarajevo

Hotel President Sarajevo

4 out of 5
Bazardžani 1 Sarajevo
The price is ฿4,544 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,544
฿5,432 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarajevo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (609 reviews)
"Qualité/prix c'était excellent."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Hotel President Sarajevo
Europe Hotel

Europe Hotel

5 out of 5
Vladislava Skarica 5 Sarajevo
The price is ฿4,735 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,735
฿5,655 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sarajevo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very good! (426 reviews)
"Great location. Pool was pretty small. Good Breakfast."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Europe Hotel
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Where to stay in Old Town Sarajevo

Find the best Old Town Sarajevo areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional wooden pavilion with a green dome, a tall minaret, and a bustling street scene with cafes and shops.
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Bascarsije

Historical sites, shopping and coffee shops highlight some of the noteworthy features of Bascarsije. Make a stop by Sarajevo 1878–1918 or Latin Bridge while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A road flanked by tall trees with a red vehicle parked on the side.

Ilidža

Parks and theme parks are just a few things travellers like about Ilidža. A stop by Ilidza Thermal Riviera is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

A modern building with a glass facade and a unique roof structure.

Novo Sarajevo

If you're spending some time in Novo Sarajevo, National and University Library of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Grbavica Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

A cityscape with a prominent mountain in the background.

Novi Grad Sarajevo

While Novi Grad Sarajevo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ilidza Thermal Riviera and Sarajevo Tunnel Museum.

A cityscape at night with modern buildings, a parking lot, and a river.

Marijin Dvor

If you're spending some time in Marijin Dvor, National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Bosnian Parliament Building are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town Sarajevo Travel Guide