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Bosnia and Herzegovina✨ 10 best things to do in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Things to do in Bosnia and Herzegovina

1. Watch the Mostar bridge diversSee local divers leap from the arching Stari Most into the cold, green Neretva River below.
2. Sip coffee in BaščaršijaSit in Sarajevo's Ottoman bazaar with a copper pot of Bosnian coffee and a sugar cube.
3. Eat ćevapiTear into grilled minced-meat sausages stuffed into fluffy somun bread with raw onions.
4. Swim at Kravica WaterfallsCool off in turquoise pools beneath a wide curtain of cascades in Herzegovina.
5. Ride the Trebević cable carGlide above Sarajevo to explore the abandoned Olympic bobsled track in the forest.
6. Raft the Tara or Una RiverPaddle through canyons on whitewater rapids in some of Europe's cleanest rivers.
7. Explore Blagaj TekkeVisit a dervish house tucked beneath a cliff at the mouth of the Buna River spring.
8. Hike in Sutjeska National ParkTrek through primeval forest at Perućica and up toward Maglić, the country's highest peak.
9. Wander Jajce's waterfallMarvel at a waterfall plunging right through the middle of a medieval hilltop town.
10. Learn at the War Tunnel MuseumWalk a preserved section of the tunnel that once connected besieged Sarajevo to the outside world.

Bosnia and Herzegovina🗺️ Where to visit in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Where to go in Bosnia and Herzegovina

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  SarajevoCentral · capitalA captivating capital where minarets, church spires and Austro-Hungarian facades share the same few streets.
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  MostarHerzegovina · old townFamous for its rebuilt Ottoman bridge and cobbled bazaar lanes along the Neretva.
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  Kravica WaterfallsHerzegovina · natureA spectacular series of falls and swimming pools, best in late spring and summer.
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  JajceCentral · historic townA fortified royal town with a waterfall in its centre and nearby watermills.
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  PočiteljHerzegovina · fortified villageA stone village climbing a hillside to an Ottoman tower with sweeping river views.
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  VišegradEast · river townHome to the UNESCO-listed Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge, immortalised in literature.
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  Una National ParkNorthwest · natureCrystal-clear river, waterfalls at Štrbački Buk and great rafting and kayaking.
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  BlagajHerzegovina · spiritual siteA tranquil Sufi tekke beside a powerful karst spring, a short hop from Mostar.

Bosnia and Herzegovina🌦️ Weather & best time to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina

Best time to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina

Most of the country has a continental climate with warm summers and cold, snowy winters in the mountains. Herzegovina in the south has a sunnier, Mediterranean-influenced climate with hot summers.

Typical daytime highs and rain in Sarajevo (approximate averages).

Bosnia and Herzegovina🎉 Festivals & events in Bosnia and Herzegovina

• August
  Sarajevo Film FestivalThe Balkans' leading film festival brings open-air screenings and a buzzing atmosphere to the capital.
• July
  Mostar Diving CompetitionDivers from around the region compete in a traditional high-dive contest from the Old Bridge.
• February
  Sarajevo Winter FestivalA long-running cultural festival of theatre, music and art across the city.
• July
  Baščaršija NightsEvening concerts and performances fill the old town of Sarajevo throughout the month.

Bosnia and Herzegovina🧭 Bosnia and Herzegovina itinerary ideas

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Bosnia and Herzegovina🎒 Backpacking Bosnia and Herzegovina – tips & hacks

Backpacker budget: about $30–45 a day

• Bosnia is one of Europe's best-value countries, with plenty of hostels in Sarajevo's Baščaršija and Mostar's old town.
• Buses connect most towns; the Sarajevo to Mostar train is cheap and one of the most scenic rides in the Balkans.
• Fill up on burek, ćevapi and pita from bakeries for very little.
• Join free walking tours in Sarajevo and Mostar to understand the history from local guides.
• Stay in Mostar for sunrise or evening to enjoy the bridge without the crowds of day-trippers.

Bosnia and Herzegovina🛡️ Safety & money in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Emergency: 122 police · 124 ambulance · 123 fire

Bosnia and Herzegovina🛬 Getting to Bosnia and Herzegovina

Sarajevo International Airport is the main gateway, with Tuzla, Banja Luka and Mostar handling smaller flights. Many travellers arrive overland by bus from Croatia (Split or Dubrovnik), Serbia or Montenegro.

✈️ Cheap flights to Bosnia and Herzegovina: airports, flight times & best time to fly →

Bosnia and Herzegovina💡 Did you know? 5 facts about Bosnia and Herzegovina

• Stari Most in Mostar was originally built in 1566 and rebuilt in 2004 using traditional techniques and original stone where possible.
• The country has a tiny stretch of Adriatic coastline, only around 20 km long, centred on the town of Neum.
• The Perućica reserve contains one of the last remaining primeval forests in Europe.
• Medieval stećci tombstones are listed by UNESCO and are found across the country.
• Bosnian coffee is served differently from Turkish coffee, with the grounds poured into the pot after the water boils.

Bosnia and Herzegovina❓ Bosnia and Herzegovina travel FAQ

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