The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina is one of the two entities of Bosnia and Herzegovina and covers roughly half of the country, including the capital Sarajevo, Mostar, Jajce, Travnik, Konjic, Bihać and Neum on the Adriatic. Ottoman bazaars and Austro-Hungarian boulevards sit beside Herzegovinian stone villages, emerald rivers and the Bjelašnica and Prenj mountains. Prices are low by European standards, the Convertible Mark (BAM) is pegged to the euro, and Sarajevo and Mostar are connected by a scenic road and a daily train.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
Vrelo Bosne carriage ride
Horse-carriage rides and duck feeding in a car-free park.
Sarajevo Cable Car
Ride up Trebević and walk to the old bobsled track.
Kravice swimming
Shallow pools and picnic areas.
Neum beach
Pebble beach with calm water.
Jajce Waterfall and Pliva watermills
Short walks and photo stops.
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
Radon Plaza Hotel
Pool and family rooms near Ilidža.
Hotel Mepas Mostar
Pool, family rooms and parking.
Pino Nature Hotel
Mountain family suites with outdoor space.
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
Order ćevapi small portions (5 pieces) for children
Many restaurants provide high chairs on request
Bakeries serve cheap pies
Lunch menus are quick and cheap
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
Cobbled Old Towns are hard for strollers; use a carrier
Public toilets are limited; use cafés
Carry sun protection for Mostar in summer
Check opening hours; museums close on Mondays