Destinations in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Stone towns over green rivers, cool cave air at midday, and ridge views by late light. Use this index to pick a base, filter destinations by region or type, and open a destination page with maps, guides, and tours.

Last verified September 2025

Total destinations 40+

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Best destinations in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Sarajevo

Walkable core, Trebević cable car, and a museum corridor for wet spells.

Mostar

Old‑town terraces, minaret view, and short hops to Blagaj, Počitelj, and Kravica.

Una National Park

Štrbački Buk platforms and Martin Brod bridges with shade, rails, and strong spring flow.

Sutjeska National Park

Zelengora lake looks and ranger‑authorised Perućica edges.

Trebinje

Plane‑tree squares, calm bridges, and Vjetrenica Cave at midday.

Cities and hubs

Sarajevo

Bazaar lanes, Latin Bridge, and a cable car skyline.

Mostar

Stari Most angles with Blagaj and Počitelj pairings.

Banja Luka

Vrbas riverside and Kastel walks.

Tuzla

Salt‑lake promenades and city cafés.

Bihać

Gate to Una platforms and family soft‑rafting.

Trebinje

Bridges, cellars, and a mild base near the cave.

Towns and villages

Blagaj

Tekija by the Buna spring under a high cliff.

Počitelj

Short morning climb for a wide river view.

Konjic

Old stone bridge with access to lake and raft days.

Jajce

Town‑centre waterfall with easy decks.

Travnik

Ridge‑top views and Plava Voda cafés.

Lukomir

Pasture paths and long looks over the Rakitnica.

Srebrenica

Memorial Centre at Potočari with structured, respectful visits.

National and nature parks

Una National Park

Štrbački Buk and Martin Brod platforms with no swimming near falls.

Sutjeska National Park

Zelengora lakes; Perućica access is ranger‑led only.

Kozara National Park

Shaded loops and a broad terrace.

Drina National Park

Ridge views and calm river angles.

Blidinje Nature Park

Karst fields, spruce edges, and lake views.

Hutovo Blato Nature Park

Quiet boat circuits and birdlife.

Vrelo Bosne

Flat paths, low bridges, and spring shade.

Winter‑sports mountains

Bjelašnica Mountain

Lift days and lesson‑first programmes.

Jahorina Mountain

Family zones and shuttle access.

Igman Mountain

Gentle snowshoe tasters near the city.

Trebević Mountain

Cable car and short woodland paths.

Vlašić Mountain

Winter windows and ridge looks.

Kupres Mountain

Calm slopes and simple transfers.

Lakes and plateaux

Prokoško Lake

Shore loop and grassy lookout; bring a layer for breeze.

Ramsko Lake

Blue bays and chapel viewpoints.

Boračko Lake

Kayak slots in season and pine shade.

Cross‑border gateway hubs

Dubrovnik to Mostar

Day‑trip guide with border notes and timing windows.

Dubrovnik to Kravica Waterfalls

River and terrace day with late shade.

Split to Mostar

Train and road options with evening terraces.

Kotor to Trebinje

Bridges and cellars with a short cave add‑on.

Dubrovnik to Herzegovina

Trio routes for Blagaj, Počitelj, and Kravica.

Dubrovnik to Sarajevo

Long day with museum pairs and a cable car window.

Split to Kravica Waterfalls

Swim only in marked zones when posted.

Kotor to Mostar

Late‑light city finish after river looks.

How to choose your base

Keep transfers short

Cities and parks sit close together; plan one base per two to three days.

Car‑free works

Use trams and taxis in cities, the train between Sarajevo and Mostar, and guided transfers for parks and cross‑valley days.

Season matters

Spring flows stronger, summer brings late shade to water, autumn favours colour routes, and winter suits museum blocks with short snow windows near Sarajevo.

Safety first

Stick to signed paths and platforms, follow ranger guidance, and swim only in marked zones when posted.

FAQs

Which city is best as a first base?


Sarajevo for museum time and ridge views; Mostar for riverside terraces and short hops to Blagaj and Počitelj.

Can I plan a car‑free trip?


Yes. Use the train between Sarajevo and Mostar, intercity buses, and tours with hotel pickup for parks and cross‑border routes.

When are parks and tracks open?


City parks are open year‑round. High‑country tracks open in phases in spring and may close in poor weather. Use short, signed paths in winter.

Is swimming allowed at waterfalls and lakes?


Only in marked zones when posted. At sites like Kravica, lifeguards and last‑swim times are posted on the day.

Are drones allowed?


Old towns and river corridors restrict drone use. Check local rules and posted signs.