Sarajevo Canton
The Sarajevo Canton, officially the Canton of Sarajevo, is one of the ten cantons of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Its cantonal seat is the city of Sarajevo, also the capital city of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The Canton represents the metro area of Sarajevo. Wikipedia.
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War Childhood Museum
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The War Childhood Museum is an interactive museum that tells the stories of Bosnian children during the war. The museum was founded after a successful book, which collected the memories of 50 children who lived through the war.
Excellent museum collecting personal belongings and stories of children who grew up in war - mostly from the 1990s Bosnian War but also some from Ukraine (and they also have a lot of different countries which they curate a different selection each year). Really heavy stuff to digest, as a perspective of how the impact of war carries on, especially for a long time in the children who had to go through it.
Ying Wah Chan — Google review
Wow! This is such an amazing museum - personal, heartfelt stories, each illustrated by an object (or several) that each person has kept since they grew up during war. How anyone could fail to be moved, I don't know, but there is so much truth about war contained in there, its also enlightening.
Very impressive place. There's a lot of stories to read, and it was quite an intense experience. The exhibition is not only about the wars in Bosnia, but for example also about Ukraine.
Very interesting and unique exhibition. You'll need 60-90 mins to explore the museum. Stories of childs from Bosnia and also Ukraine. Before entry to exhibition hall you can get an introduction in English.
If you are a human, a ne heave a heart... you have to visit, and commit to reading all notes. No other summary will do it justice.
Made me tear up reading the stories of the children who grew up during the war.. The exhibitions are very well done and properly captioned to tell each story. I love it that they had little ladders and signs saying "ask an adult to tell you the story" - meaning they welcome kids to come in and view the exhibitions.
Regarding logistics, there are lockers to keep your belongings before you enter. Worth a visit if you are coming to Sarajevo!
One of the best museums I've ever been to. All arranged through the perspective of the objects if the children who lived through the war. The captions are beautifully written, concise and perfectly edited in English.
A must-see for anyone visiting Sarajevo, whether foreign or from Bosnia Herzegovina.
A soul crushing place to visit but a necessary one. Really helpful staff members, good size - spent about an hour - one of the best museums in Sarajevo
This museum includes 50 curated objects from those who had a war Childhood, including 44 from Bosnia & Herzegovina and 6 from Ukraine. Each object is accompanied with background or a story from the owner of it. Some of the stories are absolutely heart-wrenching but help you to imagine a childhood innocence that has been slashed by ongoing conflict (through no fault of the child). The staff were really helpful and explained the exhibition before I went in. Student discount is available. I spent around an hour here including watching some of the video-documented memories of a war Childhood.
The museum is beautifully put together and showcases some very touching artifacts from children during the war. It helped me understand the impact of the was on childhood and reflect on current issues worldwide that have a negative effect on children. I was very touched. It is simple and small yet very nice and really makes you reflect. At the end there is a small play/reading area for children and there are several children’s book about war and conflict. I highly recommend everyone to visit.
This musemum takes stories of children, how they came through the war time. Every story of the child is presented with one subject violin, tedy bear, a tin of charity organization, a diary,...
I couldnt leave the museum without tears. Its very personal museum.
This museum is cleverly designed using a concept I've come across once before. There are 51 items displayed, each of which provide the anchor for a story from one of these children of the war years. Each item has a particular significance to that child and the stories can be either read or listened to on the free audio guide provided. I recommend the audio guide which come with comfortable headphones. The stories for each item last between 30 seconds and 3 minutes, giving audio coverage of a bit more than an hour. I reserve the 5 stars though for the "Museum of Crimes against Humanity" which has more to see. Entry fee is 10 KM.
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Gallery 11/07/95
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The Gallery 11/07/95 is a memorial museum and gallery that serves as a testimony to the Srebrenica genocide. The permanent exhibition contains both documentary and archive material from the massacre, which is extremely powerful to see. After touring this museum, it's time to head to another one in the city centre.
The stark realities of genocide in modern times are on display here, interpreted primarily through a series of incredible photographs taking the aftermath of events at Srebrenica. Chilling, but so important to understand...
Malcolm Currie — Google review
Museum specifically focuses on the genocide in Srebrenica, towards the end of the Bosnian War. Unknowingly spent 4 hours in there cos there's so so much to absorb. The audio guide is a must to really understand the stories behind the exhibits, and also please do spend time to watch the films - they are so powerful in educating what went on and also hitting hard on the emotions and hurt that still lives today in Bosnia.
Really good museum, it's in the 3td floor of the building, the exposition is not big, just a single floor but very touching. Lots of imagens and videos that you can watch even without audio guide. Entrance is 12 KM, around 6 euros.
This is a powerful exhibition not only of photographs but also video footage of the conflict. The oral history captured in the video footage is an important time capsule for the tragedy that happened to thousands of innocent people.
I visited this gallery of course to see the war photos, but also partially in order to avoid from the heat of July in Sarajevo.
Hot and stuffy inside. Couldn't concentrate on the exhibition. If you take that much money for the entrance fee, you should at least provide the pleasant atmosphere - air condition.
Excellent gallery, museum. A must if interested in Srebrenica genocide and modern history of BiH in general.
Terribly heart-breaking but these are stories that absolutely need to be told.
The ticket allows you to visit this museum over 2 days which is quite thoughtful as it could get too heavy to handle all in one go. The gallery also opens until 9pm which is very convenient if you are in Sarajevo only a short time and want to pack a lot in. Make sure to get the audio guide and watch the documentaries - allow about 2 hours all up.
It's not comfortable to see and listen all these materials but is necessary.
Not a "fun" thing to do by any means but a fantastic museum/gallery. I suggest you go when you can really take your time. It took me 3 hours with the extended audio and to watch all the mini films / documentaries they had playing.
We toured the gallery during our stay in Sarajevo. We had not heard about the genocide very much during our tour. Bring an item to leave at the front so you can use the recordings and ear set. I left my hotel key. The photos displayed in sections spoke loudly on their own but the descriptions did help. Stay for all 5 videos.
There are no words that can explain this place. No matter which level of the awareness you enter this gallery with, the emotion will overwhelm you. Rent the headphones for a better experience and much-needed explanation of the historical evidence. Must see!
An immersive and touching exposition to tell the tale behind the Srebrenica genocide. The gallery goes beyond just showing pictures but tells the stories of those affected, making the experience more personal beyond the abstract statistics of the tragedy. Our tickets were valid for two days, which allowed us to listen to all the stories and watch all videos over multiple days. It can get heavy and intense to do everything at once. The audio guide is optional at the entrance but you absolutely have to take it.
Mixed multimedia experience on the Srebrenica genocide. Such an impactful way of telling stories! I learnt so much in the 1.5 hours that I was there. Do get the audio guide. It only costs KM4 and it helps give context to the photos that you are looking at. Entry fee is only KM12. Definitely worth a visit!
Possibly the best war museum in Sarajevo - if you only have time for one, make it either here or the war childhood. Definitely recommend buying the audio guide. Photos are haunting.
A sad but very needed experience. Lot's of photos from the 90's Bosnian war. They have a couple of films that play as well. I would recommend that everyone who comes to Sarajevo see the gallery. I went in June of 2018.
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Baščaršija
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Baščaršija is a historic district in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The district is made up of a number of Ottoman-era religious monuments, including mosques, churches and madrasas. Baščaršija also contains a lively tourist market, which is one of the most popular areas in Sarajevo for tourists.
Part of the old city.
Very atmospheric place.
There are many cafes, restaurants, pastry shops, souvenir shops and people.
The food is very tasty. And not least, the prices for food and drinks are the same throughout the city and the country as a whole.
Convenient transport accessibility. There are also trams and buses.
Recommend to visit.
Flarida Timergaleeva — Google review
One of the most fascinating places I have ever seen. The old town of Sarajevo, full of small shops, crafters, restaurants, cafes; a pedestrian paradise, full of life from eraly morning to late night, where everything is tidy, inviting, beautiful. While walking, you can breathe the history of Sarajevo, and experience the astounding balance and mixture of cultures, colors, religions. Just go there,and see!!
Nice place for walk. A bustling market from the 15th century, with restaurants, shops and various cultural attractions
A must visit! It turns you back to the old Times. So many little things to buy (recommendations for the local sweets, brass coffee pots and teacups). The cafes usually do not have restrums, so go to the public toilet of you must (around 50cents). There Is a large parking area (around 1Eur per hour), but very very crowded. There Is "gradska tržnica" nearby (walk to the "new" Part of town) which Is a enclosed market place in An old building where you can buy all sorta delicious domestic meet and dairy products!
A wonderful historical place with artisan shops and tradition. Lots of handmade products from artisans. Old houses, religious buildings, shops are worth a visit to see the old tradition that is cherished. Home made sweets that you won't find anywhere else
The major makets located in old town. Shops selling their local hand made copper and tin products, to coffee shops selling the typical Bosnian coffee to shesha pipe cafes where you can have a coffee and a shesha. lots of touristy shops and all really well priced. lots of local restaurants to try out too.
Amazing place. Highly recommend visiting. Great coffee shops serving Bosnian Coffee, lots of fake handbag shops, some great bars and some awesome restaurants.
This is one of the entrances, from many to the old market "maze" where you can find tons of different little stores selling from hand craft pieces to the modern Bosnian coffee cups and coffee pots. Definitely a place to visit when in Sarajevo, just beautiful!
Baščaršija is one of the most colorful places in Sarajevo, full of Balkan and oriental vibes, with the iconic Sebilj wooden fountain. Turkish-style artisan shops are full of things, that cannot be bought anywhere else in Europe. And the traditional Bosnian Coffee tastes great.
Very interesting m and historic place with lots of good shopping and restaurants and everybody I spoke to spoke English.
Unfortunately just like the rest of Sarajevo there are a lot of very persistent beggars that will come back multiple times even after giving money.
Basically, this is the oldish part of Sarajevo, where the market was held. Honestly, this is also the part of the city I prefer most!! Beautiful during the day and even more during the nights, where the crowds disappear. You may need an entire day to visit its markets, mosques and taste their delicious food.
Fantastic! Ottoman history in the heart of Europe. Unique experience.
Hard to find parking here. But its ok. Me and ma wife had lunch here. Restaurant very close from the centre of tower. Its cost RM96.
My favourite place in Sarajevo. Beautiful bazaar and lots of small restaurants to enjoy a nice food or cold beer 🍻 😁. The only thing I didn’t really like was the constant amount of women asking for money.
Old town square with lots of small stores, souvenirs, and monuments from osman empire. Fildzan kava (type of turkish coffe) is a must there. Also cevapi for eating part.
Loved this place, historical places, mosques and nice shops. Though the giftshops are a little bit expensive😏
You can’t get any feeling for history here unless perhaps hiding in the mosque. It’s full of tourist souvenir shops ( though also some beautiful clothing and jewellery stores) and people gorging themselves with food all around you. There is virtually nobody looking inside the mosque or the brilliant National Museum. It’s all eating and shopping.
Theis is the old part ot the city, the most charming and cozy place full multicultural life.
My preferred area in Sarajevo with lots of bazaars, restaurants and many options to enjoy the city and the wonderful sourvenirs and handicrafts.
This is a must in Sarajevo.
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Museum of Crimes Against Humanity and Genocide
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The Museum of Crimes Against Humanity and Genocide is a dark but revealing museum that tells the story of Bosnia's genocides during the 1990s. The exhibits include rare documents and personal belongings from both victims and perpetrators, as well as video footage of atrocities. Some visitors find it difficult to look at, but it is an important resource for learning about one of history's most heinous battles.
Very interesting museum it was small but perfect it showed everything you need to know about the brutal way the civilians Bosnia people lived through the war. It was also very cheap 8 mark for students and 10 if you were not a student and the staff was very helpful and polite. If you like to know something about the Yugoslavian war then you should definitely visit this museum🤩
Jonas Motahari Olesen — Google review
No need to say that this place is a must if you are planning a visit to Sarajevo. I strongly suggest to the visitors to get an idea of what happened in Bosnia during the 1990s so that you can really comprehend the purpose of the museum. The place makes you really reflect on the mistakes and the evil humanity is capable to do. Not a light experience but necessary in my opinion.
It's a small but compact exhibition (won't describe it as a museum) on 1st floor of a shoplot. It has many individual stories and anecdotes during the war and recounts the personal experiences from the victim's point of view. Gives visitors glimpses into the lives of the bosniaks during the 92-95 war and the atrocities committed.
Although I appreciate the effort in curating the exhibits, 15 BAM entrance fee feels abit overpriced for this small exhibit.
Intense and shocking, as it should be! You can understand in depth the horrors Bosnians underwent during the war...
The Museum is fascinating; there is a lot of content, many things to read, and a perfect movie about the war. Everything is very touching and crucial to know to remember and never repeat. It's a simple museum; the gallery is near and compliments this experience in the best way.
It was a very sombre experience visiting this musesum, which tells stories and includes objects from victims of the war. It is truly horrific and there are no words to describe the atrocities. Very important to visit and understand what occurred so we don't forget.
Very well organised museum and easy to follow the exhibits.
Would recommend as an important place to visit when in Sarajevo to understand this part of the country's very recent tragic history.
Very sad to see what the Bosnians had to go through in the early-90s. This museum takes you through many of the victim’s stories, and makes you feel like you are really there. One wonders how the world let this happen all those years ago, and then you remember the same thing is happening to the Palestinians right now and the world is turning a blind eye to all of it. But God knows the truth.
This is the real deal if you want to know about the calamity that happened on Bosnians Muslims. The other venue is just a photo gallery but this one is a museum and has much more detailed information and cheaper entry too. Highly recommended
Finally a museum that captures the horror that happened to Bosnia.
It is important to remember the atrocities that happened here to remind people of what a war looks like. The stories of the war are told through numerous personal items that were donated to the museum.
The receptionist was very friendly and knowledgeable and made the visit even more worth.
A visit to remember for life.
This is such an impressive museum. Made me quiet and very sad. Thinking about all the horror happend here.
An amazing museum of a heart breaking tragedy. Make sure you're heart/soul is ready for this as the stories and images are not for the faint of heart. Tickets are on the pricey side but it won't be a museum I forget any time soon.
The museum is tiny, but interesting. It's a lot to think about, scary and sad. Many authentic exhibits, strong photos. It tells a harrowing story of war and is very informative. It allows for sad but great experiences. A place worth visiting. Nice service. You can pay by card and take photos.
Small museum that tells the harrowing story of the Bosnian war. It is very confronting and emotionally tough going , but that is what makes it very worthwhile and educational for us all. Recommended to anyone visiting Sarajevo, but maybe not for kids under 14.
A must visit in Sarajevo if you are interested in history. The entry cost is approximate $5 Euros and be purchased at the entrance. I visited during night time and it wasn’t too busy.
Definitely worth a visit!! I had previously heard nothing about the conflict within Bosnia and Herzegovina despite it happening only 20 or so years ago. It's been heart-wrenching to read the stories of ordinary and innocent people trying to do their best to survive. Although quite a small museum, there is so much to read and see - I took about 2.5 hours here and there were still some parts that I didn't have the time to explore.
The writing is quite small or quite high up so it may be more difficult to read for some people. Exhibits are written in Bosnian and English.
This is a powerful and emotive museum to visit, and while small in square meters, give yourself plenty of time to digest what you are seeing and feeling. Particularly given the current world events. While it is saddening to see the horror and cruelty that was endured, it really is an important place to visit and reflect.
If you really want to understand what the nation of Bosnia has been through, you need to come here. Many of the hard to reconcile stories and actions are laid bare here, unfiltered.
Some of these personal accounts are incredibly hard to read, but must be read regardless to stop them taking place again.
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Vrelo Bosne
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This picturesque nature preserve near the city of Sarajevo is home to a spring and pool, as well as cafes. It's been popular with locals for over a hundred years, and was recently hailed one of the country's top natural attractions. The park was once home to a large number of trees that were indiscriminately chopped down for heat purposes; however, thanks to the efforts of youth eco-warriors, many now regenerated.
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It is large and beautiful park. Lots of trees, and open space.
The sound of running water in the streams, and the white swans in the pond are just magic! Well, there are also small wooden bridges too, across the running water below. It is a great spot for taking romantic and memorable photographs,
It is a very relaxing place to have a break from all the mad rushing, and driving in congested road.
This park has a lot of shades of green, but do not expect to see colourful bloom, or smell the fragrance flowers.
Sin Fong Chan — Google review
The beautiful forest park has a very beautiful nature.
you can enjoy a Carriage ride(the price of Carriage ride is 20 Marks, about 10 Euros)
the entrance fee to the park is 6 Marks per person.
I strongly recommend you to go to this park and enjoy this nature, the river It has roaring sounds. Ducks and swans are very beautiful in the water. There is also a restaurant in the park that serves drinks and food.
This park is awesome! One entrance is at the end of a long tree lined road. You can rent a horse drawn carriage to take you along it or you can walk it. The other entrance has a good sized parking lot and is a good taxi pickup location. There is a small entrance fee to get in. The water is super clear and forms several ponds and streams. The wildlife included ducks and swans. There's a cafe in the middle of the park. The server said they don't give food or drinks to go. The park has some nice covered table areas good for having a picnic. I highly recommend visiting this park.
Nature with perfectly add human touch.
Small bridges, crystal clear water, well maintained green. If you just go for a walk and photos you will need 1-2 hours. If you plan to sit in a restaurant, pay whole day parking (5BAM).
One of most amazing places visited in Bosnia and Hercegovina. Bosnia itself has some of the cleanest and most abundant water in the whole World. The place is well kept and being out of season and during work week it was incredible relaxing. Parking was easy and park is mostly flat besides the small bridges and few remote areas.
Beautiful place where you can breathe clean and fresh air. Nicely clean and organized with so many spots to enjoy the nature. Perfect place if you want to run out of city life for a bit.
We walked there from Ilidza Park then on the way back we took the horse ride it was so lovely in October. Great autumn vibe. 🙃🐴🍃🍁🏞️
Nice nature. Near Ilidža and Sarajevo. Go, visit and enjoy, or take a ride with the carriage. Pet friendly if your dog is on leash
This place is such a great place to walk and relax your brain. It needs some improvement and guide information. Food trucks and some summer activities would make it a great distinction.
Nature is fine but litter is everywhere and there is no real parking, people often have to rely on horse carriages or walk 1-2+ km.
This is the best place in Sarajevo to relaxing and enjoying the nature. I felt like I was walking through in a fairytale. There are 2 cafes inside, located in a good area where has a good view. Prices are reasonable.
Wonderful place you must visit it ... my visited on 2 of May the weather was perfect and cloudy
3€ entry fee just for walking in the park. View is awesome. Little waterfalls everywhere!
This is one of the best places in the world.
There is beautiful nature.🤩😆
Vrelo Bosne is worth visiting when you are in Sarajevo. It’s slightly far away from the city but you can go there with e-go. Not sure about the public transport but I suggest you go there in your personal vehicle.
Vrelo Bosne or Bosna river wellspring. Area of extraordinary natural beauty. Must visit.
I found this park very nice but, according to me, to ask a total payment of around 5 bam between parking and the park, which is really, really small, it should have been something more. No indications, no way to find the Roman bridge, a restaurant with toilets that were particularly smelly and dirty....Considering that it takes around 45minutes to arrive there with the traffic jam, you may visit this place if you really want to.
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Mala Kuhinja is a European-Asian fusion restaurant in Sarajevo that serves mouth-watering dishes combining both Asian and Balkan influences. This makes it one of the most popular restaurants in the city, and its delicious food is what keeps people coming back time and again.
I've tried some highly rated restaurants during my stay in Sarajevo but this one was such a great experience in every matter that it urged me to write this recommendation. First of all the atmosphere of the place is really cozy. It's not a big restaurant and they really make you feel well tended. The waiter took our coats and told us to pick a table which we like. The tables vere set very elegantly and you could feel that this place really places attention to detail. After ordering some drinks the waiter, who was very charismatic and easy going, explained us that the meals are being prepared individually for the taste of each customer. We described what we had appetite for and got various choices about our meal. Meat, vegetarian, vegan, vegetables, rice, cheese, potatoes etc. The waiter said: tell me what you like. You like spicy? Soy sauce? Peanuts? Mushrooms? So we all described our ideal food. After some time each of us received their dream come true. I really appreciate the individual approach and the prices were also reasonable given the service and quality of food. The restaurant was also very clean and tidy. There is not a single negative thing that I could point out. Will visit again!
Branislav Belica — Google review
Wonderful atmosphere and finger licking good food. Tastes from all over the world with the Bosnian kitchen carefully included. If you have the chance you should stop by any time, any season.
One of the best places in Sarajevo. The staff is great, food is excelent. It was ready really fast and it was delicious. I will come back here, for sure!
Just enjoyed a meal at 'Mala Kuhinja' and it was absolutely splendid! 😊 The atmosphere was ever so cozy, the staff were incredibly friendly, and the food was simply delightful. Highly recommend it!
A must place to lunch and dine when in Sarajevo. Great food and lovely personnel with the boss who is a chef too. Vegan food is great, but meat menu is unbeatable. Reservations are needed
It may not seem like a fancy fine dining restaurant from the outside, but surely this is a gourmet place that will satisfy your taste buds. The food is absolutely delicious, and the service is better than in some of those Michelin-starred restaurants. Here you are treated as the guest, not as a customer. If you want to have a really great dinner, this must be your choice.
If you’ve spent any amount of time in Asia, this place will very much disappoint. The food is nothing more than basic dishes with different spices, and very much sweetened to please local tastes I assume. In addition, they have a massive TV to distract your from dinning with friends. Disappointing.
This place was delightful. If you are planning to visit here, best to make a reservation in advance. They buy their ingredients fresh daily and will turn people away once they run out. The pumpkin soup was amazing. I could eat it all day. The chicken dish was packed with veggies and also very delicious. Served with a side of rice. The beef was tender and juicy in a cream sauce. Served with a side of potatoes. The portion sizes are quite large. Good for sharing. When the weather is nice, they have a lovely patio. Otherwise, the interior dining room is open and welcoming. The music was quite dated and a bit on the loud side for a nice restaurant. Service was excellent.
UPDATE: Still one of the best restaurants in Sarajevo and dear chef Rasim puts every bit of love in making delicious food.
3 years ago: Very delicious food with professional and nice waiters and chefs. Cozy atmosphere and nice interior. Would recommend to everyone who likes delicious food. And yes, very important is that this restaurant does not have menu. Chef combines your food with your suggestions. Fusion cuisine!
We went there expecting something special, but overall it was very average. I do not really understand the hype. Veggie soup was ordinary, thickened with starch. Main meals are called fusion and you are expected to choose what you want - chicken with pasta? Beef with white sauce or red sauce? Everything are variations of these. We got beef with mushroom sauce, salmon with roasted veggies, rice and potatoes. It was not bad, just very boring. I could have cooked it myself at home. There was no culinary twist. For 18 EUR per meal you expect something more.
First of all I was confused with menu. It was as brief as possible. There was not information about dish components, it was only name. You chose a dish, than waiter ask you what would you like for side food and what sauces you prefer - everything after depends on fantasy of chief. Despite the fact that my husband and I ordered the same - at the end we received absolutely different dishes. I received Asian style spicy chicken wok, it was too spiced with orange peel, something similar in taste to licorice and bananas. To be honest it was too fusion for me. My husband was more lucky, he received chicken with creamy mushrooms sauce with fried potatoes as a side food, it was tasty.
Delicious foods and excellent service. I’ve tried their beef steak and I’m really amazed with the sauce, I’ve asked about it and the waiter was so kind to explain it to us. Very delicious foods. Different varieties of alcohol and You should try some of their traditional rakija. It’s near to the center and very cosy. Highly recommended
The one of the best restaurants We have ever been! we was here two years ago and loved it. We game back and it was great again! It is always surprise what you get but very nice and tasty one. Yesterday we had to order 3 portions since need to taste many things! 😍✌️👍And they lovely rose wine, domestic production.
Tina Ujevića 13, Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia & Herzegovina•
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Tea house
This teahouse is a unique cafe that blends tradition and novelty, showcasing bottles of different kinds of tea as decor. The psychedelic colours and laid back feel makes this place feel like you're transported back in time, and it's perfect for Instagram opportunities!
Beside his amazing tea, Mr. Dzirlo ( owner ) is friendly, pleasant and well knowledable person.
Location is attractive, and tea house is located in one of the oldest streets in Sarajevo.
Edin Hadzic — Google review
💯 The ambiance of this place is great!
The walls, rugs, paintings, mirrors are so beautiful that one cannot get enough of looking at them. their teas are great! of course, coffee, sahlep, hot chocolate etc. There are different items on the menu, but their teas are so good that they cannot be compared. 😌
I think we tried 5 different teas in this process. If you want to buy a tea, they ask you to smell it first and ask if you like it. their staff is very good, they speak English and they gladly answer your other questions. So we definitely recommend! by the way cat friendly cafe!
The best place I visited in Sarajevo. During my stay went twice. The vibe, the service, the quality, everything is exeptional. I highly recommend. The owner is a great guy who is very polite and makes you feel like home. The variety of the teas is amazing and we were recommended one of the best teas I ever tasted. In the morning, I have been the served (not kidding) THE BEST BOSNIAN COFFEE. This is such a nice place I wish I could go there all the time.
We shared a Bosnian coffee and a salep. Delicious both of them. They both came with instructions from the lovely owners for the uniniciated in the traditions. Warm welcome in a lovely setting of a proper traditional teahouse. A must visit when in Sarajevo.
Sooo cool! No better place in Sarajevo. So many choices of tea, best sherbet ever, tasty salep and coffee.. bosanska kava❤️with that kind of view! The owner is so nice and friendly. Will be back soon for sure.
Oh so interesting place! I am not a big fan of coffee but this coffee was so tasty! I took Bosnian traditional coffee, highly recommended! Very kind stuff, beautiful atmosphere 😍
Nice turkish style teahouse with good atmosphere.
Shop staff were very friendly and explained how to drink, prepare bosnian coffee. Bosnian coffee is a black coffee.
Very homestyle ambience, great experience overall. Coffee was reasonably priced at 4KM.
The only con is the endless cigarette smoke and people being able to smoke indoors (the indoors are open to the outside), though typical in the Balkans.
Great fresh brewed tea, all is nicely explained what you’re drinking when served. Just a great spot in the centre of Sarajevo.
Our second time here. Both times were a pleasure. Tea is tasty and well served. Many, many options to choose from. You can choose by ingredients AND if in doubt, smell all the possible options. Location is great, just a minute from Sebilj. Great talk with the owner. Awesome guy! We will come again, Džirlo!
Really nice place, that starts working early and you can sit there drinking a cap of traditional Bosnian coffee and watching how small shops around getting ready to open.
I loved the atmosphere, interior and a very polite young waiter who helped to understand how to drink the coffee in a proper way. I ordered Bosnian coffee several times before in other places but no one bothered to explain what’s the procedure. So it was nice of him.
Highly recommended
Highly recommended. My favourite tea/coffee house in Sarajevo. It’s a very comfortable and cosy spot serving delicious tea and coffee and is in a great, quiet and central location. The decor is very interesting and eclectic with lots to look at. The selection of teapots and cups on display is very pretty. The staff are very friendly, helpful and open.
The teahouse has such a cute atmosphere. I loved the design of it. I ordered Bosnian coffee. The waiter spoke English and gave me a long instruction on how to drink it. It tasted very good. I particularly loved the cinnamon based sherbet drink they gave next to the coffee. Highly recommended.
Even though this place is located just a minute from the buzzing and hectic Bascarsija time runs at a different pace here. The owner Hussein takes his time, explains everything you want to know and is definitely going to captivate you with his friendly, relaxed and unique character. Good tea, coffee and an interesting ottoman drink called Salep.
You go there for the experience more than for the drinks! We loved having our coffee while chatting with, we presume, the owner? She was super friendly and took the time to explain to us the way of drinking Bosnian coffee. We would’ve gone back again and again but we were only in Sarajevo for one night.
Great services and excellent beverages. I’ve never felt so welcomed as I did both of the times I visited Teahouse Dzirlo. You can feel the owner really cares about his customers and wants to know them as well! P.S. You can enjoy the company of an adorable cat !!
Best experience Bosnian coffee so far. The tea is next level, like the coffee. High standards. My favorite coffee spot so far. Best price also.
Kovači 16, Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia & Herzegovina•
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Fast food restaurant
Barbecue restaurant
A restaurant specializing in ćevapi, a grilled sausage popular in the Balkan region. The eatery is located in an old part of town, and the staff are friendly and quick to serve.
If u ever come to Sarajevo and miss this place and this meal its like u never visited a capital of Bosnia...there r 3 restorans in this part of old market place called Bas Carsija....meal is called cevapi...it is traditional meal and its so simple but if u r meat lover it will make u go crazy.....i really like it....God bless u all there nice people...
Srdjan Svircev — Google review
As a meat lover .. this was top notch.. amazing food.. great meat.. just basic beauty.. place is very traditional, nothing fancy, just the way it should be
The juices coming out of the meat were mouth watering. I tried their kebab, sujuk and what they call burger which is like a steak of minced meat .. all hit the roof in terms of satisfaction.. didn't want to have any other food afterwords to maintain the taste in my mouth
The best ćevapčići I have ever eaten! It wasn't salty at all. Meat was so juicy and tender. Bread was soft and fluffy. Sour milk was perfect to go with the meal. They have another 2 outlets very near around the area. So just check the others out if this is fully occupied.
If you have €5, you won’t be disappointed for the amount of meat that you’ve got. Yet, it’s still too salty for me, and the flavour is not quite there. This is something that you must try but maybe share with friends and family.
One of the best cevapcici in the city. Very friendly staff and quick and good service. This is my top 3 places to visit when in Sarajevo
The place is very cool, the staff are very friendly, the food and drinks are great value for money, and the location is directly in the middle of the old town in the heart of the city.
The traditional food here is highly recommended, there are various types if delicious dishes and here's my recommendation:
- The kebab is the best in all the menu but I would recommend to get the small portion so you can order other dishes to have a good overview on the rest of the menu and ask the waiter to add extra white souse or cheese
- There is delicious sausages dish with mustard it's highly recommended and the other great dish is the kotlet.
- The fresh yoghurt is great traditional drink you have to try it with the kebab
The place is very crowded in the rush hour so the waiter will tell you that the order will take from 30 to 60 minutes to be ready and you can decide whether to wait or to leave but you'll definitely miss tge opportunity of having the best Bosnian food
There are 3 branches in the same area but zeljo 1 is tge best
Note that during rush hour they only make kebab in the menu so you won't find any other dishes othere than thatbut at night you'll find the full menu.
All in all it's the best food experience you have to try.
The Bosnian kebab is just amazing the bread ah just filled with the kebab for 5 marks.
The taste is wow i can not explain, but I recommend the place big time and i would go there once more definitely.
We came here and to Željo on the opposite side of the street (is it the same or other restaurant, couple times during our stay in Sarajevo. Why? Because, you just can not go wrong with this place. Ćevapčići here are always fresh, the service, even considering the both places are always packed with guests is friendly and fast and the meals are really tasty. Yes, strictly speaking its a fast food kind of a place. You you will not be able to sit and chill after you meal as in a classic restaurant, but you will leave nourished, satisfied and ready to continue with your evening. And looking forward for the next occasion to visit ;)
Nice restaurant to try the local food. They served only Cevapcici and we ordered 2 plates. The waiter was kind and helped us order the food. They even gave us 2 extra breads. Definitely recommend. Just I’m not used to the taste, it’s too smoky and salty. Dipping Ketchup saved the meal.
We tried a couple of the classic spots recommended but this one was by far THE BEST. We went with some local friends that helped us order which was a game changer and highly recommended if possible.
We dined here with my sister in June 2023. 1-2mins after ordering, she wanted to change the beverage she got. Staff did take it well and acted like it’s end of the world. They ended up changing it for us but the attitude was unacceptable. Apart from this unpleasant experience, everything else was nice. Delicious food, convenient location, fast service, big and filling portions. Overall it’s recommended.
My favorite place in Sarajevo. One advise, avoid kajmak (also great) with ćevapčići, so you can enjoy the original taste. Sudzukice were big and nice surprise for me. Soooo tasty
Amazing food, younger guy spoke some English to help, and they gave additional bread. Bread is amazing.
Željo stands out as the premier Čevabdzinica in Bosnia and the Balkans, in my experience. Having sampled Čevapi across various Balkan countries, including North Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Croatia, and Turkey, none compare to the exceptional quality of Željo. Remarkably, it's the only place where I enjoyed Čevapi without experiencing any post-meal discomfort. A true gem for Čevapi enthusiasts!
Love it.
If you're in Sarajevo, you should definitely try those kjebaps, homemade in wood oven, original recipe.
You can combine them with homemade domestic Ayran and kiselo mljeko.
The store is incide in the beautiful old town, carsija in Sarajevo.
I highly recommend this place to visit.
Maybe you can not find the place to sit because there's always a waiting line
At all hours of the day this place was busy and it’s easy to see why it’s so popular. It’s quite a frantic environment, with staff rushing round getting the meals out quickly to the large number of tables, so it’s far from a relaxing dining experience. But for the prices the quality of food is great and for a casual traditional meal it’s great. The open kitchen is good to see although how the chefs keep up with the constant pace is a miracle! I’ll certainly be returning.
Meatballs are really delicious, they go very well with kajmak. Don't leave Sarajevo without eating these meatballs. Payments are cash only.
I dined at this restaurant to savor traditional Bosnian cuisine, and I was thoroughly impressed. The food was not only delicious but of exceptional quality. The interior ambiance added to the overall experience, making it a delightful visit.
Kundurdžiluk 19, Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia & Herzegovina•
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The Zlatna ribica bar in Sarajevo is a unique mixture of baroque and Art Deco styles that make it more special and welcoming. The musical menu offers rock & roll, blues, and jazz to accompany. Foreign visitors leave their mark on the place by signing tickets or writing thank you notes. The most strident part of the bar is its musical menu which offers rock & roll, blues, and jazz to accompany.
Oh boy ! This place is fantastic! I felt like I made a wish at a fountain and was transported back in time to the early 1900s. The decor is phenomenal! Prices are very reasonable. You have to, a must, to check out the bathroom !
Nikita (Kitroyan) — Google review
This isn't just one of the best bars I've visited, it's one of the best places! Nina and Nikola were so welcoming and friendly, and they made my girlfriend feel really comfortable and she was so happy! I hope we can come back to Sarajevo one day and visit again. You can see by the pictures just how unique it is, it's a vibe you can't put in to words really. There's also feminine hygiene products in the toilet which was so lovely to see. Definitely check this wonderful place out. Thank you very much guys for a lovely night! :)
Lovely little bar where the decor is everything, you can spend hours looking at every item on the walls and hanging around. Weird and fascinating. Drink selection is very good, and the service is great. Worth a visit!
Please give that fish a reasonable size aquarium! I'm sure the intention is not to cause suffering but that bowl is the tiniest thing I've ever seen and not fit for the fish to spend all of its days in. Thinking they have a short memory? That's been debunked. It was hard to enjoy the place with that animal struggling the whole time.
Place is beautiful, but taking photo is forbidden. They only have long drinks. I've tried cherry rakija, portion is a little bit little to my taste but drinks are cheap
Quirky and cool! A truly unique place to enjoy a beer or a tea. My only criticism is it's absolutely full of smoke so you have to be prepared for all your clothes to stink of tobacco.
Great bar- full of stuff from your grandma’s attic! Just super cool and drinks are served in an interesting manner- my red wine was served in its own little decanter. It wasn’t busy when we went and the waitress was really helpful. Would recommend!
This bar is a wonderful piece of history in Sarajevo! We came here both nights that we stayed in Sarajevo. The atmosphere can’t be beat. It’s unpretentious and you could stay here for hours feeling like you’re experiencing decades of Sarajevo history. The owners are lovely and and fun to talk to, which really adds to the ambience.
Went there for their famous Hot Chocolate but, unfortunately, was not given the opportunity to try.
Went there yesterday around 19h, but were told they only serve those kind of drinks until 18h.
Understanding, we went again today.
Google says the place opens at 14h00 so we were there a few minutes later — still closed. Tried again half hour later, still not open. Tried a 3rd time around 15h15, remained close.
Tried a 4th time around 17h00, it was finally open.
Asked for the Hot Chocolate and a few other drinks and it all seemed good.
5min later we are told there is no Hot Chocolate because they have been waiting to restock for a couple of weeks but the delivery doesn't come.
If that was the case, why were we not informed immediately? Or even the day before?
The place seems great in many levels but we couldn't help to think the concern for the costumer wishes (or following their own menu and rules) is not really there.
Maybe next time.
Wow what a place. It was like walking into an antique shop which served alcohol. Watch out for the freaky doll that eyes follow you around. Drinks menu on playing cards.
This is my new favorite place in Sarajevo! Just wow. Felt like I was transported back in time. Drinks were amazing, we had cooked wine. Apparently cocktails weren’t the best, but wine is amazing! Interesting concept and cute menu. It’s super small and you will have to wait a bit for table unless you’re lucky, but it’s totally worth it. My favorite is that music isn’t too loud so you can have a really nice chat with people.
Amazing place. With a fantastic interior. Something completely different from what is seen everyday.
I don't even know where to start with this bar. Like others said, it is very much visiting your rich great-grandmother vibes. Drinks were just okay, but the ambiance was wild. Menu is a deck of cards. Goldfish is looking a bit rough but still the proud mascot. All antique phones are in working order and will ring once in a while during your visit. Cash only.
With no doubt my favorite bar in Sarajevo. Drinks were well prepared, waitress was great and a very nice vibe and decor.
It was very enjoyable to drink my beer calmly in such an authentic place. The place is really high quality and the lady and gentleman who serve are really polite, helpful and very friendly people. I definitely recommend Bosnian rakije.
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Cafe
Miris Dunja is a popular cafe in the Baščaršija district of Sarajevo, which has an upbeat and modern interior. It offers traditional lighter options with snacks, as well as tempting range of pastries that go perfectly with Bosnian coffee. The inside of the cafe is quaint with only a few tables, but the best spots to sit are on the tables outside which are perfect for people-watching.
What a lovely hidden gem!!! We stumbled across this café by accident, in search for a little spot to drink some coffee. It was truly charming, the staff was so nice and the woman explained us, how to drink the Bosnian coffee and gave us recommendations for the baklava we ate. Would always come back!!
elina t — Google review
Like it, for many years. Beautiful, smal place with soul.
First take a plate of sweets from Baklava Ducan shop then sit here in this lovely coffee shop and have your Bosnian coffee with it. Perfect duo. 👌🏽
Lovely place with original Sarajevo spirit. Salep with cimet highly recomended!
Lovely caffee, friendly service. Calm place in one of the little streets with not many tourists. Tables inside and outside. Music is not too loud for being able to speak.
Cozy place with delicious coffee and desserts. Very helpful staff! Highly recommend - one of the places that we liked the most during our stay in Sarajevo 😊
A beutiful place with amazing atmosphere! We had a great time here
Try Bosnian coffee if you come to the country. It's a unique experience. The coffee is so thick, the portion small. It comes with a glass of water and lokkum.
One of my fav places in Sarajevo. They have great natural juces
it was a really cool experience, coffee and tea is extremely delicious. and history lesson about bosnia was impressive.
Authentic Bosnian cafe in the Old Town. You should definitely order Bosnian coffee - it’s the best thing in the world. The interior is beautifully decorated and looks very oriental, but in summer you can always opt for the outside and enjoy a real old Bosnian street with arts and crafts.
Prices are good.
Čizmedžiluk 9, Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia & Herzegovina•
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