Sheva’s Heart of Mostar Walking Tour: History, Culture, and Tradition of Our Old Town

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 15 th and early 16 th 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.

• During this 2-hour tour we will visit:


• Hamam


• Tabhana


• Tabačica Mosque


• Radobolja River


• Crooked Bridge


• Neretva River


• Old Bridge


• Diving Club


• Kujundžiluk


• Traditional Copper Workshop


• Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque


• Tepe


• Mejdan