Bascarsije Travel Guide

Sarajevo

A historic building with a tall minaret and a dome, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
A stone bridge over a river with buildings in the background, including a museum.
A stone bridge over a river with houses and a mosque in the background.
A clock with a mosque in the background.
A mosque with a tall minaret and a dome, surrounded by a market area with stalls and a person standing near a table.

Stay near popular Bascarsije attractions

A public square with pigeons, a mosque, a minaret, and a tree.

Baščaršija Džamija

9.6/10 (79 reviews)
Find out about the history of Sarajevo when you spend time at Baščaršija Džamija. Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its cafes.
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Things to do

Sarajevo: Mostar, Blagaj, Kravice Waterfalls and 4 Cities

Sarajevo: Mostar, Blagaj, Kravice Waterfalls and 4 Cities

£56
per adult
Sarajevo: Mostar, Blagaj, Kravice Waterfalls and 4 Cities
Srebrenica Genocide Memorial - Study Tour - Day Tour from Sarajevo

From Sarajevo: Srebrenica Genocide Memorial Study Tour

£66
per adult
From Sarajevo: Srebrenica Genocide Memorial Study Tour
Photo by Alec

From Sarajevo: Full-Day Hike to Lukomir Village

£63
per adult
From Sarajevo: Full-Day Hike to Lukomir Village
Mostar Old Bridge

Herzegovina Tour from Sarajevo - Day Tour

£52
per adult
Herzegovina Tour from Sarajevo - Day Tour
Watermills Pliva lake

CENTRAL BOSNIA | A medieval tour (Jajce + Travnik + Pliva lakes)

£61
per adult
CENTRAL BOSNIA | A medieval tour (Jajce + Travnik + Pliva lakes)
Tour Starts from Sarajevo with amazing view points

Sarajevo – Mostar Herzegovina Adventures Day Tour

£151
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sarajevo – Mostar Herzegovina Adventures Day Tour
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Top hotels in Bascarsije

Hotel Sana

Hotel Sana

3 out of 5
Mula Mustafe Besekije 53 Sarajevo
The price is £74 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£74
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sarajevo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Sana
Hotel President Sarajevo

Hotel President Sarajevo

4 out of 5
Bazardžani 1 Sarajevo
The price is £113 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
£113
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarajevo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Hotel President Sarajevo
Hotel Old Sarajevo

Hotel Old Sarajevo

3 out of 5
Bravadžiluk 38 Sarajevo
The price is £63 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£63
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sarajevo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Sarajevo City Hall and Baščaršija ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (182 reviews)
"Small hotel in a good location - very clean - good value"

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

Hotel Old Sarajevo
Hotel Old Town

Hotel Old Town

3 out of 5
Curciluk mali 11a Sarajevo
The price is £84 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
£84
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarajevo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (318 reviews)
"Really good! Convenient and close to everything! And with parking lot."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Hotel Old Town
Hotel Pansion Stari Grad - Sarajevo

Hotel Pansion Stari Grad - Sarajevo

3 out of 5
Bjelina Cikma 4 Sarajevo
The price is £48 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
£48
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly pension in Sarajevo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Sebilj Fountain and Pigeon Square ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (85 reviews)
"The staff was over and beyond to make my stay nice Great location"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

Hotel Pansion Stari Grad - Sarajevo
Biospere Lux

Biospere Lux

2 Prote Bakovića Sarajevo Federacija Bosne i Hercegovine
The price is £54 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
£54
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this ski aparthotel in Sarajevo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and cross-country skiing. Popular attractions Pigeon Square and Sebilj Fountain ...
6.8/10 (3 reviews)
"Location is excellent, you can walk to Bascarsija and for a short stay is very convenient. Parking was not provided and we had to park about 10min away, not big deal as the weather was perfect."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Biospere Lux
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Where to stay in Bascarsije

Find the best Bascarsije areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional wooden pavilion with a green dome, surrounded by people and trees.
Photo by Melissa Jayne
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Old Town Sarajevo

Historical sites, coffee shops and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Old Town Sarajevo. Make a stop by Eternal Flame or Latin Bridge while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A road flanked by tall trees with a red vehicle parked on the side.

Ilidža

Parks and theme parks are just a few things travellers like about Ilidža. A stop by Ilidza Thermal Riviera is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

A modern building with a glass facade and a unique roof structure.

Novo Sarajevo

If you're spending some time in Novo Sarajevo, National and University Library of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Grbavica Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

A cityscape with a prominent mountain in the background.

Novi Grad Sarajevo

While Novi Grad Sarajevo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ilidza Thermal Riviera and Sarajevo Tunnel Museum.

A cityscape at night with modern buildings, a parking lot, and a river.

Marijin Dvor

If you're spending some time in Marijin Dvor, National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Bosnian Parliament Building are top sights worth seeing.

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