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Things to see in Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina): 159 places and when to go
Sarajevo is a city in Bosnia and Herzegovina with around 697,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 159 places in and around it, mainly History (62), Temples (33), Nature (27). The best known are Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Latin Bridge. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: March, July to August and November. In June there are 15 h 16 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 44. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Bosnia and Herzegovina · 43.85, 18.383
- Population
- About 697,000
- Places
- 159 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (62) · Temples (33) · Nature (27) · Museums and art (26) · Wildlife (16) · Architecture (13)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- March, July to August and November.
- Nearest airport
- SJJ Sarajevo, 5.0 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mala Ćaba, at 2,087 m.
What to see in Sarajevo
The places in and around Sarajevo, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Gazi Husrev-beg MosqueMosque in Sarajevo3.8 km
- Central Bank of Bosnia and HerzegovinaCentral bank3.1 km
- Latin BridgeOttoman stone-arch bridge over Miljacka in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina3.8 km
- Sacred Heart Cathedral, SarajevoCathedral in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina3.6 km
- National Museum of Bosnia and HerzegovinaNational museum in Bosnia and Herzegovina1.7 km
- Emperor's MosqueMosque3.9 km
- TrebevićMountain in Bosnia and Herzegovina7.2 km
- Cathedral of the Nativity of the Theotokos, SarajevoOrthodox Cathedral in Sarajevo3.5 km
- War Childhood MuseumMuseum in Sarajevo3.9 km
- VijećnicaCity hall in Sarajevo4.2 km
- Vrelo BosneProtected area in Bosnia and Herzegovina8.5 km
- Ali Pasha MosqueMosque2.5 km
- Sarajevo SynagogueArchitectural structure3.5 km
- Old Jewish Cemetery, Sarajevoоld Jewish cemetery, heritage site in Sarajevo2.0 km
- Ferhat Pasha MosqueMosque in Sarajevo3.7 km
- Čobanija MosqueMosque in Sarajevo3.1 km
- Orlovača CaveCave in Bosnia and Herzegovina17 km
- Building of the Presidency of Bosnia and HerzegovinaHistoric building2.7 km
- Istiklal Mosque, SarajevoMosque in Bosnia and Herzegovina1.8 km
- Historical Museum of Bosnia and HerzegovinaMuseum in Sarajevo1.5 km
- Church of the Holy Archangels Michael and Gabriel, SarajevoChurch3.9 km
- Festina lenteBridge over Miljacka in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina2.9 km
- Museum of SarajevoMuseum in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina3.8 km
- Sarajevo main railway stationRailway station in Bosnia and Herzegovina1.7 km
And the other 135, by what you come to do:
- Snow: Sarajevo Olympic Bobsleigh and Luge Track, Centar nordijskog skijanja Dvorišta-Jahorina, Dvorišta Nordic Ski Centar (Smučarski klub Romanija, Pale), Dvorišta Nordic Ski Center (Smučarski club Romanija, Pale), OC Bjelašnica ZOI '84, Olympic Center Jahorina, Ski Center "Ravna Planina" Pale
- History: Despić House, Eternal flame, Sarajevo Clock Tower, Šeher-Ćehaja Bridge, Gazi Husrev-begov bezistan, Goat's Bridge, Bijela Tabija, Roman bridge in Ilidža, Svrzo's House, Bistrik railway station, Ješua D. Salom Mansion, Old town of Visoki, Observatory Bistrik kula, Saint Vincent de Paul church in Sarajevo, Pavlovac, Tašlihan, Brusa bezistan, Army Hall, Drvenija Bridge, Dubrovnik Castle, Residential complex on Džidžikovac, Sultan Selim Mosque, At Mejdan (Hippodrome), the archaeological site, Crkvina stećaks necropolis and church ruins, Vrutci, Ploče kula, Napredak building, Franciscan Friary and the Church of Saint Anthony of Padua, Sarajevo, Alija Ðerzelez house, the architectural ensemble, Višnjik 16 traditional house, Abdesthana (the Sheikh Feruh Mosque) with burial ground and public fountain, the architectural ensemble, Dichomeris thrasynta, Gradac (Gornji Kotorac), Gradina, Igman March, Kopošići stećak necropolis, Miljački grad, Nekropola sa stećcima i nišanima u Krupcu, Kula Palež, Sarajevo Canton / Centar Municipality Building, Slavija building, the historic building, Barice Kula
- Temples: Muslihudin Čekrekčija Mosque, St. Joseph's Church, Sarajevo, Church of the Holy Transfiguration, Sarajevo, Church of Saint Anthony of Padua, Sarajevo, Hadžijska Mosque, Baščaršija Mosque, Vidovdan Heroes Chapel, Saint Sava church in Blažuj, Bakr-babina Mosque, Žagrići Mosque, Kekeki Sinan Bakarević Mosque, Crkva Svetog Pantelejmona, Crkva Svetog sveštenomučenika Petra Dabrobosanskog, Saint Barnabas of Hvosno church in Istočno Sarajevo, Gazi Mehmed-bey Isaković Mosque, Mišćina Mosque, Iplidžik Sinan Mosque, Mjedenica Mosque, Sagr hadži-Alija's Mosque
- Architecture: Suada and Olga bridge, Čobanija Bridge, Ćumurija Bridge, Skenderija Bridge, Emperor's Bridge, Ars Aevi bridge, Hum Tower
- Food and drink: Sarajevo Market Hall (Markale), '84 Olympics Craft Brewery, Naša mala destilerija
- Museums and art: Jewish Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina, National Gallery of Bosnia and Herzegovina, New Temple gallery in Sarajevo, Museum of Literature and Theater Arts of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Museum "Alija Izetbegović", Ars Aevi Collection, Cat Museum, Duplex 100m2, Ex-yu rock centar Sarajevo, Gallery 11/07/95, Hadžišabanovića vila, Kinoteka Republike Srpske, Museum of Crimes against Humanity and Genocide 1992-1995, Olympic Museum, Saburina kuća, Sarajevo 80s Museum, Tunnel of Salvation, Sarajevo 1992 War Museum
- Nature: Vraca Memorial Park, Žuta Tabija, Borak necropolis, Mala Ćaba, Dolovi cultural landscape with stećak and nišan necropolis in Umoljani, Gvozno stećak necropolis, Stećak necropolis Čengića Bare, Dolovi–Poljice stećak necropolis, Džamija, Mokranjska Miljacka wellspring cave, Velika Lelija, Vidikovac, Bjelašnica (peak), Crepoljsko, Jelašin Bor necropolis with stećci and stećci-nišani, Kaursko Groblje stećak necropolis, Poljice-Veliko Jezero necropolis, Protected Landscape Konjuh, Rock arch, Stećak necropolis Kapova selišta (Borija) in Ledići, Stećak necropolis Zlatarić in Ledići, Trebević Nature Park, Trebević Protected Landscape, Vrelo Bosne
- With kids: Pionirska dolina, Magic Space Zip Line (1000m), Sunnyland, Terme Ilidža
- Hot springs: Banja Ilidža, Amman Spa & Hammam
- Hiking: Iz Ljute, oko Treskavice, do Kalinovika, Iz sela Lukomir preko planine Visočice do sela Ljuta, Planinarski dom Dobre vode, Through the canyons of Neretva and Rakitnica to Lukomir village
- Mountains: Mountain hut Bijele Vode, Planinarska kuća Čavljak, Planinarska kuća ”Veliko jezero”, Planinarski dom Čelina, Planinarski dom Ozren, Planinarski dom Vrela
When to go to Sarajevo
The best time to visit Sarajevo is April to June and September to October; also possible: March, July to August and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not9:04
- FebBetter not10:15
- MarPossible11:38
- AprBest time13:13
- MayBest time14:33
- JunBest time15:16
- JulPossible14:58
- AugPossible13:49
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:45
- NovPossible9:24
- DecBetter not8:44
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 16 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 44. In September, 152 of the 159 places are at their best.
When to go to Bosnia and Herzegovina in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Sarajevo
The nearest main airport is Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ, Sarajevo), 5.0 km as the crow flies. How to get around Bosnia and Herzegovina (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Kraljeva Sutjeska9 places34 km
- Konjic12 places41 km
- Foča6 places50 km
- Zenica19 places55 km
- Mostar62 places72 km
- Tuzla13 places82 km
And all of Bosnia and Herzegovina, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Sarajevo?
The best known: Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Latin Bridge, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Sarajevo, National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina. In all, 159 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Sarajevo?
April to June and September to October; also possible: March, July to August and November. In June there are 15 h 16 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 44.
How do you get to Sarajevo?
The nearest main airport is Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ), 5.0 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Sarajevo as the destination and these 159 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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