🇧🇦 GR3 | Sarajevo One-Day Walking Tour Guide

I never expected to fall in love with Sarajevo so deeply before arriving: its unique European mountain-town charm, warm-hearted locals, and delicious grilled meat! 🏔️🍖 How to Explore: On foot! Most attractions are concentrated in the Old Town and easily walkable. Attractions: 1️⃣ Eternal Flame 🔥 Located at the western end of the Old Town, this flame was lit on April 6, 1946, to commemorate the first anniversary of Sarajevo’s liberation and its resistance during the war. It has never been extinguished since. 2️⃣ Sacred Heart Cathedral ⛪ A stunning Gothic Revival church and a symbol of the city. 3️⃣ Old Town Bazaar 🛍️ We arrived at 9 AM when it was still quiet and peaceful. By noon, it became bustling and lively—perfect for a midday meal! 4️⃣ Baščaršija (Pigeon Square) 🕊️ Filled with pigeons and people feeding them. The centerpiece is the Sebilj Fountain, which actually has only two drinkable water taps. 5️⃣ Yellow Fortress 🏰 (Highlight of the trip!) A 15-minute walk from Pigeon Square (mostly uphill!). From the top, you’ll see Sarajevo’s iconic view: "half city, half cemetery." Many visitors come here inspired by the Yugoslav film Walter Defends Sarajevo. Also a fantastic sunset spot! 🌇 6️⃣ City Hall 🏛️ Best photographed from across the river, with the "Sarajevo" sign nearby. 7️⃣ Cable Car 🚡 From City Hall, cross the river and walk uphill to the entrance. The ride is long and scenic, taking you directly to the mountain top. At 30 BAM per person, it’s reasonably priced. Hiking trails are also available. Sunset views here are spectacular! 8️⃣ Latin Bridge 🌉 A seemingly ordinary bridge with three piers and four arches. But on June 28, 1914, everything changed: Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated here by Serbian nationalist Gavrilo Princip, sparking World War I. Food: Cakum-Pakum 🍝 Found this place through reviews on our first night. The restaurant is small (only 5-6 tables) but always busy. The beef pasta was delicious! Ćevabdžinica Željo 🌯 Recommended by fellow travelers we met at Yellow Fortress. Their pita bread with grilled sausages and meat patties was amazing, and the yogurt was thick and creamy. Three of us ate for 160 BAM—huge portions and great value! Accommodation: Hotel Mod 🏨 Located west of the Old Town, run by two brothers. The penthouse suite requires keycard access, and the elevator opens directly into the room! It includes a living room, kitchen, bathroom, and two bedrooms. At around 800 BAM per night, it was absolutely impressive! #Travel #Sarajevo #Bosnia #FoodDiary