Bosnia and Herzegovina will surprise you — a country with a rich, exciting history, a vibrant culture, and one of the greenest countries around.
There are plenty of stunning attractions in Bosnia still well off the beaten path.
While many travellers stop at Sarajevo and Mostar before moving on to neighbouring Croatia or Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina is much more than just those two cities.
Bosnia’s landscapes will take your breath away, and the warmth of its people will warm your heart. Bosnia remains one of the most affordable countries to visit in Europe, but it’s growing fast as a tourist destination, and travelling around Bosnia is very easy.
Some of the most amazing tourist spots in Bosnia and Herzegovina:
Sarajevo
Sarajevo isn’t just the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina — it’s the one place in the country you can’t miss.
To truly understand the culture and history of Bosnia and Herzegovina, you have to visit Sarajevo!
The city is perhaps best known for its rich, diverse heritage, shaped by centuries of Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian, and Yugoslav influence.
Known as the “Jerusalem of Europe,” Sarajevo is a diverse, multicultural, and vibrant city.
The city’s diverse religious landscape shows in its many mosques, churches, and synagogues, showcasing its heritage as a place where different faiths coexist.
Mostar
Mostar is the second most popular city to visit in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and a firm favourite among many tourists.
It’s certainly strong competition for Sarajevo as one of the best places to visit in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Although at first it might not seem like there’s much to do in Mostar beyond visiting Mostar Bridge and the old town, there’s actually plenty in the city.
Mostar sits in the fertile Herzegovina region, and there are some amazing day tours you can take from the city.
The city itself is also a great place to stay for a few days and relax — you’ll find plenty of great restaurants, bars, cafes, and shopping, along with a wonderfully relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere.
Blagaj
Blagaj is a small town near Mostar, known for the Blagaj Tekija dervish monastery, built into the rock at the source of the Buna River.
It’s often visited as part of an organised tour that also includes Kravice Falls and Počitelj — the so-called Herzegovina Tour.
But you can also easily reach Blagaj by public transport — it’s the best day trip from Mostar you can do without a tour, and it’s absolutely worth the visit!
The Buna River itself is quite unusual too — its source is a powerful karst spring, meaning the river flows partly underground.
Karst rivers often disappear underground and re-emerge elsewhere; the water in these rivers is usually very clear and clean, since it flows through rock that acts as a natural filter.
Počitelj
Počitelj is another very popular day trip from Mostar, but can also be visited on its own.
Počitelj, a small medieval stone village, is often considered an open-air museum, and will genuinely transport you to the past.
The village sits on a hill, topped with an old stone castle offering wonderful panoramic views, surrounded by stunning scenery.
Remarkably, some of the historic stone houses are still lived in today.
Počitelj can easily be seen within two hours, so if you’re driving, you can combine it with a visit to Blagaj or Kravice Falls, or take a combined tour like the Herzegovina Tour.
Kravice Falls
Kravice Falls is one of the most famous places to visit in Bosnia, especially on a day trip from Mostar.
These falls sit about 40km from Mostar and drop 25 metres, creating a wide, calm pool that’s perfect for relaxing and swimming.
The history of Kravice Falls spans millions of years, shaped by the complex interplay of tectonic shifts and the gradual uplift of the limestone plateau through which the Trebižat River flows.
In summer, water levels drop, creating an inviting spot for a refreshing swim — it’s a common sight to see visitors bringing picnic baskets and camping out for the whole day.
The water at Kravice stays refreshingly cool, never exceeding 20°C, since the source of the Trebižat River that feeds these falls is only 30km away.