Sarajevo is the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and with a population of about 400,000, it is the largest city in the country and its cultural, economic, and political center. The city is well known for its rich historical heritage, as well as for the Winter Olympics in 1984. The average land elevation of the city is 500 m above sea level. If you would like to learn more about Sarajevo, please check out the information available in the brochure:
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Getting there
Sarajevo is easily accessible by air, bus, or train from any major European destination. The airport is 12 km (20 minutes) away from the city center and has direct flights to many European capitals and thus indirect flights to everywhere else.
Once arriving at the airport, you can use the public bus transport to get to the city center.
Locals will probably choose to take a taxi. As in many destinations, taxis parked in front of the airport building are not always the best option. Therefore, locals will call an alternative taxi company to drive them to the city center. Crveni Taxi (Red Cab) - +38733468728 or Žuti Taxi Sarajevo (Yellow Cab) - +38733663555 are recommended options. They will take you to the city center for around 30 KM (15 EUR), depending on the location based on the taximeter. Additionally, major hotels and some smaller ones offer airport pick-ups and drop-offs at various rates.
By car – Although the roads in Bosnia and Herzegovina are not the greatest of all, more and more kilometers of highway open every year and it gets easier to navigate through the country by car. Visit Via Michelin for your travel plans with the car, to get an update on the most convenient routes for you.
Getting around
City Transport - Should you decide on public transport, you may opt for tram, trolleybus, bus and minibus lines, which you can take to reach all major locations in Sarajevo. Please note that locals are very proud of the new trams and trolleybuses that now operate in the city. If you would like to check out the new trams, wait a few minutes longer and board one of these new vehicles to enjoy the ride. Tickets are required for any form of public transportation, and they can be purchased at kiosks or from the driver (it is advised to prepare coins 1.80 KM). You must have your tickets “punched” upon entering the vehicle.
Taxi Information - Taxis in Sarajevo are among the cheapest in Europe, and all taxi companies in the city operate 24 hours a day. All legitimate taxis are required to have a “TAXI” sign on top and license plates with “TA” on them. Taxi fares can only be paid in cash in the local currency, and additional charges apply for baggage. When in the city center, it is sufficient to stop the first cab with TA plates and enjoy the ride. Alternatively, you can order a cab by calling one of the numbers Crveni Taxi (Red Cab): +38733468728 or Žuti Taxi Sarajevo (Yellow Cab): +38733663555
Currency
The local currency is the Convertible Mark (BAM), also referred to as KM locally (1.95 KM = 1 EUR). You can only pay in local currency. In BiH, cash is still king, so it is advised to withdraw some cash from ATMs owned by banks at the Airport. If you have foreign currency with you, no problem—you can exchange it for the local currency, Convertible Mark (BAM or KM), at the Airport, as well as in currency exchange offices and all bank offices in the city center.
You can pay with your credit card at many places, including all shops in shopping centers and most good restaurants. However, if you would like to experience the small local places in Baščaršija, please bring some cash with you.