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500 years of history in Sarajevo - Free Walking Tour

4.94
Excellent(50)
Duration: 2 hours
Languages: English
Guru: Timam
Registered on 18 June 2022
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I'm a Genetics and Bioengineering student with great knowledge about my hometown and country. I'm very communicative and I love talking to tourists in order to teach them the things I know but also to learn about their culture. I worked as an intern at a local tourist agency in Sarajevo and learned a lot about my home but I often do my own research to find out new things. My English is fluent, so language isn't an obstacle for me. I'm also learning some German and Italian in order to provide a better experience for non-English speakers. I decided to start touring by myself with the acquired knowledge hoping to bring Sarajevo and all of Bosnia and Herzegovina closer to our foreign guests so they'd have the best memories of it.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

 

Come with me to explore the wonders of Sarajevo and its 500+ years of vibrant history. Known as the Jerusalem of Europe, Sarajevo is far more than the capital of an unknown Balkan country—it is a city where cultures, religions, and empires have met and mingled for centuries. 

Our journey begins in the lively streets of Baščaršija, the Old Town, at the iconic Sebilj fountain, a symbol of the city’s Ottoman heritage. We then stroll along the main street that beautifully showcases Sarajevo’s multicultural identity, where four major places of worship stand proudly within walking distance: the Gazi Husrev-bey Mosque, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Old Synagogue, and the Orthodox Church of the Nativity of the Theotokos

We’ll stop at the site of the 1914 assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the event that triggered World War I, and cross the charming bridges over the Miljacka River. Our walk concludes at two of Sarajevo’s most striking landmarks—the majestic City Hall (Vijećnica) and the legendary House of Spite, a symbol of resilience and pride. 

Join us and witness where East meets West, and past meets present. 


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Baščaršija, Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sebilj fountain on Baščaršija square.
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Outside visit
Sebilj
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Outside visit
Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque
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Outside visit
Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Communication
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Quality
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
500 years of history in Sarajevo - Free Walking Tour
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