Old Town Sarajevo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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.
See properties

Activities

Hiking around Sarajevo: Full Day Hike to Lukomir Village

From Sarajevo: Lukomir Village Guided Hiking Tour

NZ$125
per adult
From Sarajevo: Lukomir Village Guided Hiking Tour
Srebrenica Genocide Memorial - Study Tour - Day Tour from Sarajevo

From Sarajevo: Srebrenica Genocide Memorial Study Tour

NZ$156
per adult
From Sarajevo: Srebrenica Genocide Memorial Study Tour
Sarajevo: Discover Sarajevo Walking Tour with Local Guide

Sarajevo: Discover Sarajevo Walking Tour with Local Guide

NZ$119
per adult
Sarajevo: Discover Sarajevo Walking Tour with Local Guide
Sarajevo: Mostar, Blagaj, Kravice Waterfalls and 4 Cities

Sarajevo: Mostar, Blagaj, Kravice Waterfalls and 4 Cities

NZ$132
per adult
Sarajevo: Mostar, Blagaj, Kravice Waterfalls and 4 Cities
Photo by Alec

From Sarajevo: Full-Day Hike to Lukomir Village

NZ$148
per adult
From Sarajevo: Full-Day Hike to Lukomir Village
From Sarajevo: Bijambare Cave and Spring of River Bosna Tour

From Sarajevo: Bijambare Cave and Spring of River Bosna Tour

NZ$158
per adult
From Sarajevo: Bijambare Cave and Spring of River Bosna Tour
See all activities in Sarajevo

Our pick of the best Old Town Sarajevo Hotel Deals

Residence Inn by Marriott Sarajevo

Residence Inn by Marriott Sarajevo

4 out of 5
Skenderija 43 Sarajevo
The price is NZ$186 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
NZ$186
4 Dec - 5 Dec
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 NZ$60 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
NZ$60
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! (40 reviews)
"Great staff!! They made it a wonderful stay!"

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

FG Boutique Hostel
Courtyard by Marriott Sarajevo

Courtyard by Marriott Sarajevo

4 out of 5
Skenderija 1 Sarajevo
The price is NZ$236 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$236
8 Nov - 9 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (421 reviews)
"Every thing is good plus walkable distance to old town and Sarajevo City Center"

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Sarajevo
Hotel Sana

Hotel Sana

3 out of 5
Mula Mustafe Besekije 53 Sarajevo
The price is NZ$176 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$176
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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 ...
Hotel Sana
Hotel President Sarajevo

Hotel President Sarajevo

4 out of 5
Bazardžani 1 Sarajevo
The price is NZ$269 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
NZ$269
7 Nov - 8 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 ...
Hotel President Sarajevo
Europe Hotel

Europe Hotel

5 out of 5
Vladislava Skarica 5 Sarajevo
The price is NZ$300 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
NZ$300
7 Nov - 8 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
See all 694 properties in Old Town Sarajevo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on 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 Bosnian Parliament Building are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town Sarajevo Travel Guide

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: