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

฿2,559
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

฿3,020
per adult
From Sarajevo: Srebrenica Genocide Memorial Study Tour
Jajce Waterfall

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

฿3,249
per adult
From Sarajevo: Travnik, Jajce, Pliva Lakes & Watermills Tour
Photo by Alec

From Sarajevo: Full-Day Hike to Lukomir Village

฿2,867
per adult
From Sarajevo: Full-Day Hike to Lukomir Village
Kaldrma in Mostar

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

฿2,867
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sarajevo: Mostar, Blagaj, Pocitelj, Waterfall, Konjic with fees
Hiking around Sarajevo: Full Day Hike to Lukomir Village

Hiking around Sarajevo: Full Day Hike to Lukomir Village

฿2,408
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 ฿4,200 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
฿4,200
฿5,030 total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
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
Hotel President Sarajevo

Hotel President Sarajevo

4 out of 5
Bazardžani 1 Sarajevo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,574 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿4,574
฿5,468 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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! (594 reviews)
"Excellent location and staff. Very helpful and made for a nice stay."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Hotel President Sarajevo
Courtyard by Marriott Sarajevo

Courtyard by Marriott Sarajevo

4 out of 5
Skenderija 1 Sarajevo
The price is ฿4,345 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
฿4,345
฿5,200 total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
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
Europe Hotel

Europe Hotel

5 out of 5
Vladislava Skarica 5 Sarajevo
The price is ฿6,597 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿6,597
฿7,834 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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 ...
Europe Hotel
Hotel Sana

Hotel Sana

3 out of 5
Mula Mustafe Besekije 53 Sarajevo
The price is ฿3,517 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿3,517
฿4,232 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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! (438 reviews)
"there is no parking available"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Hotel Sana
FG Boutique Hostel

FG Boutique Hostel

2 out of 5
8 Mula Mustafe Bašeskije Sarajevo Federacija Bosne i Hercegovine
The price is ฿437 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿437
฿1,197 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 ...
FG Boutique Hostel
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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.
Photo by Botak Jon
Open Photo by Botak Jon

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 National and University Library of Bosnia and Herzegovina are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town Sarajevo Travel Guide