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 ฿3,804 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿3,804
฿4,568 total
13 Oct - 14 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
The price is ฿4,623 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
฿4,623
฿5,527 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
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! (589 reviews)
"The location was great, right near Latin Bridge and Old Town. The breakfast in the morning was wonderful, and the staff were all very helpful. The rooms were clean and modern. I would easily stay here again."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Hotel President Sarajevo
Courtyard by Marriott Sarajevo

Courtyard by Marriott Sarajevo

4 out of 5
Skenderija 1 Sarajevo
The price is ฿4,394 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
฿4,394
฿5,258 total
3 Oct - 4 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (399 reviews)
"Location and cleanliness"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Sarajevo
Europe Hotel

Europe Hotel

5 out of 5
Vladislava Skarica 5 Sarajevo
The price is ฿6,751 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿6,751
฿7,898 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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
FG Boutique Hostel

FG Boutique Hostel

2 out of 5
8 Mula Mustafe Bašeskije Sarajevo Federacija Bosne i Hercegovine
The price is ฿442 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿442
฿1,210 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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
Hotel Sana

Hotel Sana

3 out of 5
Mula Mustafe Besekije 53 Sarajevo
The price is ฿3,325 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿3,325
฿4,008 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! (435 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, great staff. Fantastic location near to the centre ."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Hotel Sana
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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 wooden walkway with metal railings and a light source at the end.
Photo by Botak Jon
Open Photo by Botak Jon

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 Sarajevo History Museum 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 National and University Library of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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