Mostar Old Town Walking Tour: Ottoman Heritage and the Old Bridge
Historical tour of Mostar’s UNESCO-listed Old Town and čaršija (bazaar), focused on Ottoman heritage and the city’s wartime destruction and reconstruction. We cross the bazaar and riverfront to key sites—Old Bridge, Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, Crooked Bridge, Hamam, and Kujundžiluk (coppersmith street)—and note the tradition of bridge diving and coppersmith craft.
Basic Information
Total time
2h
Language
English (check the calendar for availability)
Price
„Pay what you wish” tours do not have a fixed price. It is up to you to evaluate your guide’s work and reward it. Some people give 10€, others 50€ depending on their satisfaction and abilities.
Meeting point
Hamam Museum, Old Town Nearest public transport: Glavna bus stop; Franjevačka bus stop
Additional info
☂︎ This tour is organised by Sheva Tours guides.
Booking rules
Booking is obligatory. Our pay as you wish tours are designed for individual travellers and small groups. We don’t accept parties of more than 6 people on them. If you travel in a party of 7 or more (school groups, bigger groups of friends etc.), please book a Private Tour. For more information on the latter, please contact us.
About the tour
Be immersed in Mostar’s earliest history, culture, and traditions! This tour explores Mostar’s historic center, the Old Town and a celebrated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander along the narrow cobblestone pathways of the čaršija, the commercial district established and developed through the four centuries of Ottoman presence in Mostar, and which, in accordance with UNESCO standards, has retained the integrity of the original 15th and early 16th century construction. Be witness to the traditions such as the famed Mostarian bridge diving and the unique coppersmith work that have withstood the test of time and continue as celebrated practices today.
Experience Mostar’s vibrant foundations with a certified guide and local community member. Our route through Old Town ensures that guests will visit and learn about the most notable heritage sites, blending together knowledge about their origin, architectural design, anecdotes, and local perception. Your time on tour with us will also provide valuable insight into the reconstruction process which followed the destruction of the cultural landscape, including Mostar’s Old Town, during the 1990s. Maps and images shared by your guide will help you understand the transformation and revitalization Mostar has experienced over the last three decades.
Along the way, your guide will provide suggestions and advice on how best to spend your time visiting Mostar, including handicraft shops, cafes, and restaurants which offer high quality and local produced goods and cuisine. This essential tour of Mostar’s idyllic center, with the streets infused with the same spirit and energy of centuries past, will make certain that you get the most out of even a brief visit to our beautiful country.
Highlights
- 1
Old Bridge
The iconic 16th-century Ottoman bridge, a UNESCO symbol of Mostar, famously rebuilt after the war.
- 2
Kujundžiluk Bazaar
The Old Bazaar's cobblestone street, famous for its traditional workshops and authentic artisan souvenir shops.
- 3
Bridge Diving
A centuries-old tradition where brave locals dive from the Old Bridge into the chilly Neretva river.
- 4
Crooked Bridge
A charming, miniature stone arch bridge believed to be a trial run for the larger Old Bridge.
- 5
Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque
An impressive Ottoman-era mosque offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Old Bridge and the historic city.
- 6
Traditional Coppersmithing
Discover unique, handcrafted copper items and learn about a craft that has existed here for centuries.
7Post-War Reconstruction
Learn about the city's resilience and the meticulous reconstruction of its cultural heritage after the 1990s.
Map
Hamam Museum, Old Town Nearest public transport: Glavna bus stop; Franjevačka bus stop
