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Sarajevo’s Scars, Siege, and Spirit: An Audio Tour

By VoiceMap Audio Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$29 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Sarajevo stands at the true meeting point of East and West, where Ottoman influence gives way to Austro-Hungarian grandeur. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll journey through the capital’s most difficult chapter to discover how it’s transformed tragedy into a testament of human perseverance. You’ll start at the Meeting of Cultures, a brass line marking the city’s cultural divide. You’ll walk past the Latin Bridge where a wrong turn changed world history, and through the cobblestone streets of Baščaršija. As you walk, you’ll hear poignant stories of survival during the longest siege in modern history. We won’t shy away from difficult conversations about ‘ethnic cleansing’, the complex and painful debates around the term genocide, and the daily work of healing among neighbours who once found themselves on opposite sides. The tour ends at the Yellow Fortress, where panoramic views reveal how the city’s diverse architectural influences blend into a uniquely Sarajevan landscape.

Activity location

  • Sarajevo Meeting Of Cultures
    • 43 Ferhadija
    • 71000, Sarajevo, Federacija Bosne i Hercegovine, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Sarajevo Meeting Of Cultures
    • 43 Ferhadija
    • 71000, Sarajevo, Federacija Bosne i Hercegovine, Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Sarajevo’s Scars, Siege, and Spirit: An Audio Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • Opening hours: Mon 12:00 am-11:59 pm
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
AU$28.64 x 1 AdultAU$28.64

Total
Price is AU$28.64

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    App for Android and iOS
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Smartphone and headphones
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drink
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transport

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Sacred Heart Cathedral (Pass by)

Marvel at the stunning neo-Gothic cathedral that stands as a symbol of Sarajevo's Catholic heritage and architectural grandeur. Explore how this 19th-century landmark survived the siege and represents the city's enduring religious diversity.

Latin Bridge (Pass by)

Stand at the exact spot where Gavrilo Princip assassinated Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1914, triggering World War I. Discover how a wrong turn on this historic Ottoman bridge changed the course of world history forever.

Bascarsija (Pass by)

Stroll through the atmospheric cobblestone streets of Sarajevo's Ottoman old town, where copper craftsmen still create traditional wares. Experience the vibrant bazaar district with its historic clock tower, traditional shops, and the meeting point of Eastern and Western cultures.

Sebilj Brunnen (Fountain) (Pass by)

Pass the iconic wooden fountain that has become Sarajevo's most recognisable symbol since the Ottoman era. Enjoy watching locals gather around this traditional Sebilj where pigeons congregate and visitors toss coins for good luck.

Brusa Bezistan Museum (Pass by)

Walk through this historic covered market that once served as a bustling Ottoman-era trading centre for silk and textiles. Explore the atmospheric stone arcade where merchants have sold goods for centuries, now housing traditional crafts and souvenirs.

Emperor's Mosque (Pass by)

Visit Sarajevo's oldest mosque, built in 1457, showcasing stunning Ottoman architecture and intricate interior decorations. Discover how this sacred site has witnessed the city's transformation through five centuries of religious and cultural evolution.

Sarajevo City Hall (Pass by)

Marvel at the magnificent Austro-Hungarian building with its distinctive Moorish Revival architecture and colourful facade. Learn how this cultural landmark was deliberately destroyed during the 1992-1996 siege and painstakingly reconstructed as a symbol of resilience.

Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque (Pass by)

Explore one of the finest examples of Ottoman architecture in the Balkans, built in the 16th century. Experience the peaceful courtyard and learn how this mosque remains a vital centre of worship and community life in Sarajevo.

Trebevic Mountain (Pass by)

Enjoy panoramic views from the mountain that overlooks Sarajevo, once a popular recreation spot transformed into a sniper position during the siege. Discover how this landscape tells the storey of the city's darkest days and its ongoing healing process.

The Yellow Fortress (Pass by)

Stand at this historic Ottoman fortification offering breathtaking panoramic views of Sarajevo's diverse architectural landscape. Experience how the vista reveals the city's unique blend of Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian, and Yugoslav influences stretching across the valley below.

Location

Activity location

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    Sarajevo Meeting Of Cultures
    • 43 Ferhadija
    • 71000, Sarajevo, Federacija Bosne i Hercegovine, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Sarajevo Meeting Of Cultures
    • 43 Ferhadija
    • 71000, Sarajevo, Federacija Bosne i Hercegovine, Bosnia and Herzegovina

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