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The 9 Best Historical Tours in Bosnia and Herzegovina

9 tours  ·  from $27 a head

Ottoman, Habsburg, Yugoslav and post-war, often on the same street corner. These 9 sort the periods, with lengths, prices and how much ground each covers on foot.

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East Bosnia & West Serbia UNESCO heritage day tour from Sarajevo

1.East Bosnia & West Serbia UNESCO heritage day tour from Sarajevo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $114Our pick

Review of Sarajevo’s East Bosnia and West Serbia day tour, with UNESCO sights, Drina cruise, scenic train, Tara views, costs, and practical tips.

“The guys organized it in a perfect way. We saw so much and the price was totally worth! I would recommend this tour to everyone who comes to Bosnia.”

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Sarajevo Full Day Tour: History, Culture, Nature, War & Olympics - The Tunnel Museum makes the siege personal
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Sarajevo Full Day Tour: History, Culture, Nature, War & Olympics

Sarajevo genuine walking tour: Steps through history - The Old Orthodox Church and Sarajevo’s layered faiths
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Sarajevo genuine walking tour: Steps through history

SARAJEVO STREET ART TOUR (art, history & mystery) - sARTajevo! - Bentbaša and a mural about preserving the past
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SARAJEVO STREET ART TOUR (art, history & mystery) – sARTajevo!

4.SARAJEVO STREET ART TOUR (art, history & mystery) – sARTajevo!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $30

Explore Sarajevo’s street art, war memory, festivals, and local culture on a small-group evening walk led by an English-speaking guide.

“My partner and I had a great time on this tour, strolling through Sarajevo with Mak and learning about the local street art scene. Sarajevo of course has a rich artistic and architectural history, but the tour is an opportunity to see art that would be easy to miss if sticking to the typical tourist routes and that shows how the aesthetic of the city continues to evolve. Mak is an excellent and friendly guide and it was great to hear directly from someone so familiar with the works and people who created them. We came away with a sense of Sarajevo as a city where people live, work, socialize…”

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BOSNIAN PYRAMIDS TOUR (nature, history & archeology) - The archaeological park and its short walking visit
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BOSNIAN PYRAMIDS TOUR (nature, history & archeology)

5.BOSNIAN PYRAMIDS TOUR (nature, history & archeology)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $70

Review of Sarajevo’s Bosnian Pyramids Tour, with tunnel visits, countryside views, guide insights, costs, timing, and practical booking advice.

“Mak was fantastic and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. He gave us so much history and insight into the region and really took care of us. There is an option to buy meditation tickets for the tunnels which if we hadn’t been leaving Sarajevo I might have done the following day so if you’re into meditation in caves this is a great place to do it.”

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Sarajevo: Jewish Heritage Tour - Starting inside the 1581 Jewish Museum
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Sarajevo: Jewish Heritage Tour

6.Jewish Heritage Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $72

Review of Sarajevo’s Jewish Heritage Tour, with synagogues, cemeteries, museums, the Sarajevo Haggadah, guide tips, price, and practical details.

“Armina took us on a fascinating tour of Jewish Sarajevo, visiting all of the main Jewish sights. Armina is a highly informative guide and delightful. We would very much recommend the tour.”

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Sarajevo Under Siege: A War History Tour - Starting above Sarajevo at the White Fortress
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Sarajevo Under Siege: A War History Tour

7.Sarajevo Under Siege: A War History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $30

Review of Sarajevo Under Siege, a private three-hour war tour with the Tunnel of Salvation, Sniper Alley, and personal stories.

“The Sarajevo War Tour was an incredibly eye-opening experience. Evan shared gripping stories and personal anecdotes, bringing the Bosnian War to life. The tour covered significant sites like the Sarajevo Tunnel, cemeteries, and museums, providing a somber reminder of the war’s impact. The tour was conducted with sensitivity and respect, fostering empathy and understanding. The organization was seamless, with comfortable transportation and a well-planned itinerary. Overall, this tour offers a captivating and educational journey into history. Highly recommended.”

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Mostar gastro and historical treasures - Starting at Spanish Square and Hrvatski Dom
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Mostar gastro and historical treasures

8.Mostar gastro and historical treasures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Explore Mostar’s history, local food, Bosnian coffee, beer, and landmarks on a private four-hour walking tour with flexible dietary options.

“Awesome tour, we learnt a lot about the history of Mostar both old and new. Armela was a wonderful guide, very entertaining.”

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Mostar War Heritage Walking Tour - Starting at Spanish Square at 9:00 am
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Mostar War Heritage Walking Tour

9.Mostar War Heritage Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $47

Explore Mostar’s war heritage, former front line, Old Bridge, personal stories, and key sites on a private 2 to 3 hour walking tour.

“Elma was very friendly, flexible and knowledgeable. We enjoyed the tour thoroughly. Mostar and its people are lovely and beautiful.”

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