Mostar, Bosnia & Herzegovina: A Short Travel Guide
Updated: Nov 19, 2024
The beautiful city of Mostar is located in southern Bosnia and Herzegovina. Rich in history and stunning architecture, this is the most popular place to visit in the entire country. Beyond that, Mostar enjoys spectacular natural surroundings and year-round sunny weather. In this travel guide, we share our top things to do in Mostar as well as great places to stay, eat, and drink.
Check out our video about Mostar to see the best things to do through our camera!
Best Things To Do In Mostar
Explore The Old Town & Old Bridge (Go on a free walking tour!)
Find the crooked bridge
See the infamous Sniper Tower
Visit the Kravica Waterfall
Visit the Museum of War and Genocide Victims
Indulge in the Bosnian Cuisine (try ćevapi, sarma, dolma, or a Bosnian coffee)
Walk around historic Počitelj
Ascend Fortica Park
Get the best views of the Old Town (beach below bridge, Kujundžiluk, Koski Mehmed-Pasha Mosque)
Relax In Blagaj
Places To Stay In Mostar
Apartman Mostar 2024 (where we stayed - $): small but clean and modern apartment in the heart of Mostar, nearby all attractions
Apartments Villa Mike ($$): beautiful apartment that features a spacious garden and terrace overlooking the mountains as well as an outdoor swimming pool, near the Old Town
Villa Cardak ($$): guesthouse with clean rooms very close to the Old Bridge
Places To Eat And Drink In Mostar
Crveni Han: family-run restaurant with good food at a great price
Food House Mostar: cozy restaurant with great local food options
Mostar Gelato: great ice cream shop with lots of flavors
Restaurant Bella Vista: come for the best view (a bit pricier but good food)
The Spirit of Herzegovina: locally produced wines and souvenirs
Vrata Orijenta: traditional restaurant seving local dishes like dolma and sarma
Map Mostar, Bosnia & Herzegovina
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Use These Websites To Save Money On Your Trip To Mostar
Booking.com for places to stay
Skyscanner for cheap flights
GetYourGuide for local tours
Rentalcars.com for affordable car rentals
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