Flights to Bosnia and Herzegovina

Where to Stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Bosnia and Herzegovina is a growing tourism destination and offers a variety of accommodation options to its visitors, especially in its capital city Sarajevo.

If it is your first time in Sarajevo and planning to enjoy its most popular attractions, it is recommended for you to stay in hotels located around “Obana Kulina Bana” and “Mula Mustafe Bašeskije” streets since you will be walking distance away from its popular cultural and historical attractions that are concentrated around famous “Baščaršija” neighborhood.

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Things to do in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina is an amazing country to discover with its remarkable cultural heritage as well as fascinating historical landmarks. There are many attractions to enjoy in Bosnia and Herzegovina for every type of traveler. We listed some of these things you can do in Bosnia and Herzegovina below and if you would like to know more about the country, you can check our detailed Bosnia and Herzegovina Travel Guide.

• Explore Baščaršija:“Baščaršija” is the 15^th century-old commercial center of Sarajevo where you will find plenty of local shops, restaurants, and cafés. The bazaar is located at the heart of the city.
• Visit the Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque: Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque is one of the most visited landmarks in Sarajevo and was completed in 1551. The mosque is known for its fascinating Ottoman architectural style as well as its historical significance for the city.
• Latin Bridge: Latin Bridge is the place where Archduke of Austria-Este, Franz Ferdinand was killed in 1914 and set the beginning of the World War I. The bridge is located in the city center, next to the Sarajevo Museum.
• See the Vječna Vatra: Vjecna Vatra, eternal flame, is a memorial to civilians and soldiers that died during World War II. The flame burns continuously to commemorate Sarajevo’s war-torn history.
• Vijećnica, Sarajevo City Hall: “Vijećnica”, Sarajevo City Hall is one of the most famous landmarks in Sarajevo with a beautiful architectural style. Vijećnica is located in the city center, a walking distance away from “Baščaršija”.
• Have Some Ćevapi: “Ćevapi” is the most well-known dish of Bosnia and Herzegovina. “Bravadžiluk” street near “Baščaršija” is home to many top-tier local restaurants that serve delicious Ćevapi.

If you would like to know more about Sarajevo and its attractions, you can check our comprehensive Sarajevo Travel Guide.

We listed some useful side notes about Bosnia and Herzegovina for you right below.

Things to Know Before Visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina

• Bosnia and Herzegovina is a safe country to visit with low petty and violent crime rates but it is recommended for you to be cautious about pickpocketing and tourist scams in crowded areas.
• Although the country does not recognize an official language, Bosnian, Serbian, and Croatian are the most spoken languages of the country.
• Bosnia and Herzegovina is a budget-friendly destination with many affordable sightseeing, dining and accommodation options.
• Bosnia and Herzegovina uses Convertible Mark (BAM) as its currency. There are many exchange vendors in populated areas and most shops accept payments in Euro.
• Some shops, restaurants, and cafés do not accept payments with credit or debit cards so it can be useful for you to carry some cash.
• Bosnia and Herzegovina can be a very cold place to be in during winters so it recommended for you to be prepared for harsh winter conditions if you are planning to visit the country during winter.
• English is widely spoken mostly among youth and tourism employees.

Essential Numbers

Country Code: +387

Sarajevo International Airport Number: +387 33 289-100

Official Tourism Information Number for Sarajevo: + 387 33 580 999

Police: 122

Ambulance: 124

Airports in Bosnia and Herzegovina

We use Sarajevo International Airport for our flights in Bosnia and Herzegovina. 

Sarajevo International Airport

Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) is located 10 kilometers away from the city center. You can get to Sarajevo city center with direct bus, taxi and rental car from Sarajevo International Airport. Direct buses are scheduled in accordance with every incoming flight and they are the cheapest yet convenient option to get Sarajevo city center. You can also use taxis available at the airport 24/7.

Car Rental in Bosnia and Herzegovina

You can also rent a car with Pegasus privileges if you want to consider a more comfortable option for city transportation when you arrive in Bosnia and Herzegovina for business or leisure.

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