Top 7 Things to Do in Sarajevo in 24 Hours
Only have 24 hours in Sarajevo? No worries — this city has a black belt in surprising travelers on a tight schedule. From Ottoman streets to Austro-Hungarian architecture, from strong coffee to stronger history… Sarajevo can show you a lot in a single day (just make sure your shoes are comfortable).
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1. Walk Through Baščaršija (Old Bazaar)

Cobblestone streets, copper shops, pigeons that act like they own the place — this is Sarajevo’s heart. Start here.
Grab a Bosnian coffee. Pretend you’re a local philosopher.
Take a step back in time with a Grand Walking Tour of Sarajevo, where local experts guide you through the city’s soul — from the Ottoman bazaars to Austro-Hungarian architecture — revealing the stories and secrets that make Sarajevo a melting pot of cultures.
2. Visit the Sebilj Fountain

Take a photo. Everyone else does. Legend says if you drink water here, you’ll return — no guarantees, but the odds are good.
If you want to discover Sarajevo’s history, charm, and hidden gems in just two hours — and have a local guide who makes it fun, personal, and full of insider stories — this is the walking tour for you.
3. Eat Burek for Breakfast
Sarajevo’s fuel. One slice = happiness.
Remember: burek = meat. Everything else is “pita.”
Speaking of food, if you stop in Jablanica for lunch, make sure you know what to order by reading our guide on Top 5 Bosnian Dishes.
Want to try the best local food with a guide who knows all the hidden spots? We highly recommend this Sarajevo Food & Culture Tour. It’s the best way to taste everything in one day!
4. Latin Bridge (Where WWI Began)

A small bridge with a very big history.
You can stand where events that shaped the 20th century unfolded — no pressure.
5. Ride the Cable Car to Trebević
In 8 minutes, you go from city chaos to mountain peace.
The view? A postcard.
The air? Crisp.
The selfie? Mandatory.
6. Explore the Abandoned Bobsled Track

Graffiti, concrete curves, and Olympic nostalgia.
It’s weird. It’s beautiful. It’s Sarajevo.
If you want to experience Sarajevo in a totally creative and unforgettable way, try this 4-hour graffiti workshop up on Trebević Mountain — ride the cable car to the Olympic bobsled track, spray paint under the guidance of a professional street artist, and leave your own mark on this iconic, outdoor urban canvas.
7. Dinner in Baščaršija + Night Walk
End your day with ćevapi or sogan-dolma, then stroll along Ferhadija Street. The mix of cultures is magical after dark.
24 hours? Completed. Sarajevo? Loved.
If you want to experience Sarajevo through the eyes of a professional local guide, this full-day adventure brings you from Ottoman bazaars to Trebević and the Tunnel of Hope — all in one unforgettable journey.
