The Sarajevo Food and Craft Tour is a walking tasting experience run by Meet Bosnia Tours, a Bosnia and Herzegovina operator that sells local-guide experiences through its own booking site at meetbosnia.com. The tour takes place in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, in the historic centre of Sarajevo, and is centred on Baščaršija, the Ottoman-era bazaar quarter that forms the old town. It begins at a traditional bakery in the historic centre, with the exact meeting point confirmed at booking, and then moves on foot through the lanes of the bazaar. The route lasts about four hours and combines eating with a visit to a craft stop, so the experience covers both the food culture and the metalworking and handicraft heritage of the old market streets. Tastings are drawn from traditional Bosnian cuisine and balance savoury and sweet specialities. Typical dishes in this part of Sarajevo include pastry-based savoury items such as burek and other pies, grilled minced-meat dishes, and sweets in the Ottoman tradition, and the programme is built around sampling several of these at different venues rather than sitting for a single meal. The listed price is EUR 45 per person, roughly 88 KM or about 49 US dollars. The price covers the tastings of savoury and sweet specialities, the craft stop along the bazaar streets and the services of a local guide. Items not listed as included, such as extra drinks, souvenirs from the craft stop and gratuities, are paid separately. The walk is a guided group format, and the guide explains the history of the neighbourhood and the dishes served at each stop. Group size, the language of the commentary and the availability of dietary substitutions are set per departure, so visitors with vegetarian, halal-related or allergy needs should state them when booking so the guide can adjust the stops where possible. The pace is a relaxed walking pace with frequent stops, although the cobbled and sloping streets of Baščaršija mean comfortable shoes are useful. The tour runs year-round, and the old town is compact, so the route stays within a short distance of the central pedestrian zone. Visitors arriving from the Latin Bridge or the Sebilj fountain area can reach the starting zone on foot within minutes.
| Price | EUR 45 per person (~88 KM, ~$49) |
|---|---|
| Duration | About 4 hours |
| Address | Starting bakery in the historic centre, 71000 Sarajevo (exact meeting point given at booking) |
What is included
- Tastings of savoury and sweet traditional Bosnian specialities
- A craft stop along the old bazaar streets
- Local guide
Good to know
- Operator
- Meet Bosnia Tours (meetbosnia.com)
Location
Starting bakery in the historic centre, 71000 Sarajevo (exact meeting point given at booking)
43.8591, 18.4311 View on map
Highlights
- Guided walk through Baščaršija, Sarajevo's Ottoman-era bazaar quarter
- Tastings of traditional Bosnian savoury and sweet specialities over about four hours
- Craft stop on the old bazaar streets showing local handicraft traditions
- Starts at a historic-centre bakery with a local guide leading the route
Tips for visiting
- Arrive hungry; the tastings across several stops add up to a substantial meal.
- State vegetarian or allergy needs at booking so the stops can be adjusted.
- Wear comfortable shoes; the bazaar lanes are cobbled and gently sloping.
- Carry some cash in KM for souvenirs at the craft stop and for guide gratuities.
- Confirm the exact meeting point after booking, since it is given only then.
When to visit
The tour runs year-round. Spring and autumn offer comfortable walking temperatures, while summer afternoons in the bazaar can be hot and busy.
Accessibility
The route is on foot through the old town, where streets are largely pedestrianised but cobbled and uneven in places. Visitors with mobility needs should check with the operator before booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Sarajevo Food and Craft Tour last?
The tour lasts about four hours and is conducted on foot around Baščaršija and the old town.
What does the price include?
The EUR 45 price covers the savoury and sweet tastings, the craft stop and a local guide. Extra drinks, purchases and gratuities are not listed as included.
Where does the tour start?
It starts at a bakery in the historic centre of Sarajevo. The exact meeting point is provided to guests at booking.
Can dietary requirements be accommodated?
Dietary needs should be stated when booking so the operator can advise on what is possible. Many traditional Bosnian dishes are meat- or pastry-based, so advance notice matters.