A pretty European city with its mountain charm, delicious food, and rich history is named one of the “best” for a weekend getaway. Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia & Herzegovina, is a must-visit destination for those looking for an affordable short trip.
Sarajevo is one of the cheapest cities in Europe, offering incredible value for travellers and expats.
While cities like Sofia (Bulgaria) or Bucharest (Romania) are also budget-friendly, Sarajevo stands out due to its low cost of living, affordable food, and cheap accommodation while being a culturally rich and scenic destination.
It is a cultural crossroads where the East meets West, offering a rich history, stunning nature, and an unbeatable local atmosphere.
The popular tourist destination was recently ranked by The Lonely Planet among the top European cities for a perfect weekend getaway.
The vibrant centre of Sarajevo’s old town, featuring cobblestone streets, Ottoman-era architecture, bustling markets, historic mosques, and charming cafés.
Tourists can visit the Latin Bridge & the Assassination of Franz Ferdinand, the site where Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated in 1914, sparking World War I. A tour of the Sarajevo Museum 1878-1918 for historical insights would be enjoyable for history enthusiasts.
Vrelo Bosne (Spring of the Bosna River) is a peaceful nature park with springs, streams, and horse-drawn carriages. The place is perfect for a relaxing escape from the city.
One can have a taste of the local food for £2.5 to £6 and ride on the local transport for 0.90 euros (75p).
Travellers who have visited the hidden gem have been left mesmerised by its charm.
One of the travellers commented on TripAdvisor: “I’ve been to so many places in the world, but Sarajevo is absolutely my favourite city. Why? A year ago, we stopped in Sarajevo overnight on the way to Montenegro with our kids, who were 1 and 3 years old. We had no chance to explore the city, but still it was love at first sight. We decided to return again and were lucky to celebrate our 5-year anniversary there this year.
“The city’s beautiful location, lovely little streets, interesting sights, cultural diversity, rich history, nice and friendly people not only met our expectations but even outshined it. I highly recommend it to everyone.”
A second traveller commented: “An amazing place to visit and so much to explore there. Invaders every 50 years, our guide told us. But, the determination of locals got the city back after putting up strong resistance.
“I heard stories from locals when Serbia attacked the city and stories made me cry 3 times. I will visit this area again and stay there for a week and hire a local guide to show us around.”
