Sarajevo 1425 Days Under the Siege War Tour
by Spirit Tours Sarajevo
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This guided war tour in Sarajevo lasts about 3 to 4 hours and covers key sites related to the 1425-day siege of the city. The tour starts with a drive along Sniper Alley and visits the memorial for children killed during the siege. The first stop is the Sarajevo War Tunnel Museum, where guests see a large siege map, watch a 17-minute film, and walk through a 25-meter section of the tunnel used during the conflict. After a short break, the tour continues to Trebević Mountain at 1230 meters elevation, offering views of Sarajevo and explanations of enemy lines. Next, visitors walk along the Sarajevo Olympic Bobsleigh and Luge Track from the 1984 Winter Olympics, which is now abandoned but accessible for photos. The guide points out the nearby cable car station reopened in 2018. The final stop is the Jewish Cemetery, the second largest in Europe and a former battleground during the siege. Throughout the tour, the guide shares stories about survival, homemade weapons, and life under siege. Private transportation, bottled water, hotel pickup and drop-off, air conditioning, and a professional guide are included. Entrance fees are not covered.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Sarajevo War Tunnel
This stop features the Tunnel of Hope Museum, including a large map showing the siege’s enemy lines. Visitors watch a 17-minute film and explore the exhibition before walking through a 25-meter section of the tunnel dug by Sarajevo citizens. Guides provide an introduction en route, pointing out Sniper Alley, the memorial for murdered children, and other war-related sites. After the tunnel visit, there is an optional short break for photos and independent exploration.
90 min
Trebević Mountain Viewpoint
At 1230 meters above sea level, this location offers views over Sarajevo and surrounding areas. The guide explains the layout of enemy lines seen from this vantage point and shares war stories related to the siege. The stop lasts about 20 minutes and is reached by crossing from the Federation entity to Republika Srpska.
20 min
Sarajevo Olympic Bobsleigh and Luge Track
This 30-minute stop explores the abandoned bobsleigh track from the 1984 Winter Olympics. Visitors walk along the track while the guide highlights its history and why it is considered one of the most beautiful abandoned sites. The nearby cable car station, reopened on April 6, 2018, is visible from the track. The guide can take photos of guests at this location.
30 min
Jewish Cemetery Sarajevo
The final stop is the Jewish Cemetery, the second largest in Europe and a candidate for UNESCO World Heritage status. The site was a battleground during the siege between Bosnian and Serbian forces. The visit lasts about 15 minutes and focuses on this cemetery’s historical significance.
15 min
Sarajevo Memorial for Children Killed during Siege
This memorial honors the 1621 children who died during the siege. Made of bronze and glass, it depicts a mother protecting her children and includes a bronze ring symbolizing a defensive circle. The memorial is one of Sarajevo’s important war monuments.
Meeting point
BH Spirit Agency office on main pedestrian street Ferhadija 19, passage next to Cathedral of Jesus' s Sacred Heart.
End point
BH Spirit Agency office on main pedestrian street Ferhadija 19, passage next to Cathedral of Jesus' s Sacred Heart.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Sarajevo 1425 Days Under the Siege War Tour
by Spirit Tours Sarajevo
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€80Overview
This guided war tour in Sarajevo lasts about 3 to 4 hours and covers key sites related to the 1425-day siege of the city. The tour starts with a drive along Sniper Alley and visits the memorial for children killed during the siege. The first stop is the Sarajevo War Tunnel Museum, where guests see a large siege map, watch a 17-minute film, and walk through a 25-meter section of the tunnel used during the conflict. After a short break, the tour continues to Trebević Mountain at 1230 meters elevation, offering views of Sarajevo and explanations of enemy lines. Next, visitors walk along the Sarajevo Olympic Bobsleigh and Luge Track from the 1984 Winter Olympics, which is now abandoned but accessible for photos. The guide points out the nearby cable car station reopened in 2018. The final stop is the Jewish Cemetery, the second largest in Europe and a former battleground during the siege. Throughout the tour, the guide shares stories about survival, homemade weapons, and life under siege. Private transportation, bottled water, hotel pickup and drop-off, air conditioning, and a professional guide are included. Entrance fees are not covered.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Sarajevo War Tunnel
This stop features the Tunnel of Hope Museum, including a large map showing the siege’s enemy lines. Visitors watch a 17-minute film and explore the exhibition before walking through a 25-meter section of the tunnel dug by Sarajevo citizens. Guides provide an introduction en route, pointing out Sniper Alley, the memorial for murdered children, and other war-related sites. After the tunnel visit, there is an optional short break for photos and independent exploration.
90 min
Trebević Mountain Viewpoint
At 1230 meters above sea level, this location offers views over Sarajevo and surrounding areas. The guide explains the layout of enemy lines seen from this vantage point and shares war stories related to the siege. The stop lasts about 20 minutes and is reached by crossing from the Federation entity to Republika Srpska.
20 min
Sarajevo Olympic Bobsleigh and Luge Track
This 30-minute stop explores the abandoned bobsleigh track from the 1984 Winter Olympics. Visitors walk along the track while the guide highlights its history and why it is considered one of the most beautiful abandoned sites. The nearby cable car station, reopened on April 6, 2018, is visible from the track. The guide can take photos of guests at this location.
30 min
Jewish Cemetery Sarajevo
The final stop is the Jewish Cemetery, the second largest in Europe and a candidate for UNESCO World Heritage status. The site was a battleground during the siege between Bosnian and Serbian forces. The visit lasts about 15 minutes and focuses on this cemetery’s historical significance.
15 min
Sarajevo Memorial for Children Killed during Siege
This memorial honors the 1621 children who died during the siege. Made of bronze and glass, it depicts a mother protecting her children and includes a bronze ring symbolizing a defensive circle. The memorial is one of Sarajevo’s important war monuments.
Meeting point
BH Spirit Agency office on main pedestrian street Ferhadija 19, passage next to Cathedral of Jesus' s Sacred Heart.
End point
BH Spirit Agency office on main pedestrian street Ferhadija 19, passage next to Cathedral of Jesus' s Sacred Heart.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.