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

฿2,560
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

฿3,021
per adult
From Sarajevo: Srebrenica Genocide Memorial Study Tour
Hiking around Sarajevo: Lukomir Village Full Day Hiking Tour

Hiking around Sarajevo: Full Day Hike to Lukomir Village

฿2,753
per adult
Hiking around Sarajevo: Full Day Hike to Lukomir Village
Photo by Alec

From Sarajevo: Full-Day Hike to Lukomir Village

฿2,868
per adult
From Sarajevo: Full-Day Hike to Lukomir Village
Mostar, Blagaj Derwish House, Pocitelj, Waterfalls & Brunch

Sarajevo: Mostar, Blagaj, Pocitelj, Waterfall,Konjic (fees incl.)

฿2,868
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sarajevo: Mostar, Blagaj, Pocitelj, Waterfall,Konjic (fees incl.)
Jajce Waterfall

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

฿3,250
per adult
From Sarajevo: Travnik, Jajce, Pliva Lakes & Watermills Tour
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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 ฿4,541 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
฿4,541
฿5,470 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (972 reviews)
"ALL was great!"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Sarajevo
Hotel President Sarajevo

Hotel President Sarajevo

4 out of 5
Bazardžani 1 Sarajevo
The price is ฿4,620 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
฿4,620
฿5,523 total
16 Sept - 17 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! (584 reviews)
"This hotel is very convenient and the breakfast was very good ."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Hotel President Sarajevo
Courtyard by Marriott Sarajevo

Courtyard by Marriott Sarajevo

4 out of 5
Skenderija 1 Sarajevo
The price is ฿4,685 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿4,685
฿5,599 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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 ฿6,818 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
฿6,818
฿7,977 total
11 Sept - 12 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 ...
8/10 Very good! (409 reviews)
"The balcony doors ware out of the frame couldn’t close :( this is not okay I had valuable items with me and anyone with video of crossing over the balcony was able to cross over and try to get in. Sorry but Not okay. 2nd the shower floor was full of water after showering it couldn’t drain the slope ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

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 5 Sept to 6 Sept
฿442
฿1,209 total
5 Sept - 6 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 ...
8/10 Very good! (28 reviews)
"Great place to stay highly recommended."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

FG Boutique Hostel
Hotel Sana

Hotel Sana

3 out of 5
Mula Mustafe Besekije 53 Sarajevo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,323 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿3,323
฿4,005 total
7 Sept - 8 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! (432 reviews)
"I have stayed here 3 times and it is the best location in Sarajevo! You can walk to anything!! Breakfast is great and the staff is helpful."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 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 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.

Grbavica

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grbavica and surrounding area, you can visit National and University Library of Bosnia and Herzegovina and National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Old Town Sarajevo Travel Guide