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Join the Times of Misfortune Tour to uncover the powerful and moving history of Sarajevo during the 1990s Siege of Sarajevo and the fall of Yugoslavia. This 3.5-hour Sarajevo war tour offers a comprehensive look at the siege that tested the city’s spirit, visiting key sites that tell the story of endurance and resilience.
Begin your journey at the Yellow Fortress, where stunning views provide the backdrop for an introduction to the siege's origins and Sarajevo’s early defense efforts. Pass through historically significant locations such as Sniper Alley and the Sarajevo Maternity Hospital, where medical staff became unsung heroes. The tour culminates at the Tunnel of Hope Museum, an underground passage that symbolized Sarajevo’s survival. This tour is a deep dive into a city's courage during one of its darkest periods.
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Tickets for the Tunnel of Hope museum: Adults 20 BAM (10.50€); Students 8 BAM (4.50€)
Departure Point
Zelenih beretki 30, Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Across the museum Sarajevo 1878 - 1918 (Franz Ferdinand Assassination spot)
Return Details
Zelenih beretki 30, Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Across the museum Sarajevo 1878 - 1918 (Franz Ferdinand Assassination spot)
Insider City Tours & Excursions, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Meeting point with the guide. 5 minutes
The Yellow Fortress, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Yellow Fortress: Offers breathtaking views and insight into Sarajevo’s wartime defenses. 20 minutes
Kovaci Cemetery., Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Kovači Cemetery: Reflect at this national memorial honoring Bosnia’s defenders from the 1992-1995 war.
5 minutes
Sarajevo City Hall, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina City Hall (Pass By): Learn about its role during the war, including its destruction and symbolic restoration.
Pijaca Markale, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Markale City Market (Pass By): Glimpse the bustling marketplace that bore witness to key moments of Sarajevo’s wartime history.
VC58+GHQ, Trg djece Sarajeva, Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia and Herzegovina Trg Djece Sarajeva (Pass By): Pass through this square, a significant symbol of Sarajevo’s endurance.
Maršala Tita 16, Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia and Herzegovina Presidency Building (Pass By): View the historic seat of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s presidency, pivotal during the war.
Asim Ferhatovic Hase Stadium, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Olympic Stadium and Hall Zetra: Discover Sarajevo’s dual identity as an Olympic hub and war-torn landscape. 10 minutes
VCG5+VFQ, Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia and Herzegovina Sarajevo Maternity Hospital: Learn about the heroic efforts of medical staff during the siege. 10 minutes
Zmaja od Bosne 4, Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia and Herzegovina Parliament and Holiday Inn Hotel (Pass By): Witness these landmarks tied to wartime journalism and political decisions.
Sniper Alley, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Sniper Alley: Drive along the city’s most dangerous street during the siege.
R9X3+8GG, Bulevar Meše Selimovića, Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia and Herzegovina RTV Dom (TV Building) (Pass By): View the national TV building that broadcasted during key moments of the war.
Sarajevo War Tunnel, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Tunnel of Hope Museum: Explore the extraordinary underground passage that connected Sarajevo to the outside world, and learn about its construction, purpose, and significance. 75 minutes
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Khuder S
03 Aug 2025
Safet is well versed in history and Bosnian culture. He knows the city well and is very nice and friendly. Very recommended for tours
meinhardk2023
30 Jul 2025
I was very pleased with the leadership. It was particularly noteworthy that this was carried out even though I was the only participant. My guide Adi was open-minded, friendly and competent. I was no stranger to the subject as such, DA I was already confronted with the events of the war in Sarajevo as a soldier in 1997. In my view, it would be worth considering whether, instead of the yellow fortress, it would not be more appropriate to visit the former bobsleigh course for the subject.
James_T
19 May 2025
Excellent tour and really interesting. He makes the events really come to life with his own personal experiences.
This tour in
Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Insider Ltd
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