Inside the Siege: Sarajevo’s Story of Survival

Overview

Available languages

English

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xperience Inside the Siege: Sarajevo’s Story of Survival, a tour that goes beyond facts to offer deep storytelling and local insights. Unlike standard history tours, this journey takes you to key siege sites, including the Yellow Fortress, Sniper Alley, and the Tunnel of Hope, where you’ll hear firsthand how Sarajevo endured nearly four years of war. With a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll uncover the human stories behind the war, gaining a unique perspective on resilience and survival. From tragic events at Markale Market to the bravery behind the Tunnel of Hope, this tour brings history to life. You’ll also visit the Olympic Stadium, and the Memorial to Murdered Children, honoring 1,601 young victims. Book now for an eye-opening, unforgettable experience that will change the way you see Sarajevo.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Professional local guide with deep knowledge of Sarajevo’s war history

Insightful storytelling with historical context and personal experiences

Air-conditioned vehicle

Tunnel of Hope Museum entrance fee (€10 per person) (paid separately on-site in local currency)

Tips for the guide (optional, but appreciated)

What To Expect

The Yellow Fortress

Offers a panoramic view of Sarajevo and siege front lines

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Kovaci Cemetery.

Resting place of those who fought to protect the city

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Inside the Siege: Sarajevo’s Story of Survival

Reviews

4.96

26 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

ADIS walking tours Sarajevo
M8027EUfrancesb,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My husband and I did the free walking tour with ADIS on Friday October 8 and really enjoyed it. ADIS was knowledgeable friendly and offered a balanced view of the history of Sarajevo with a sense of humour! We also did the Inside the Siege tour with his assistant who was a really excellent guide and offered a young person’s perspective together with an impressive wealth of historical information. Both guides have excellent English so that it was easy to ask questions and make conversation. We would highly recommend.
Fantastic tour!
Emma C,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic and informative tour, lots of opportunities to ask questions and you get to see pretty much the whole city. It was a small group (4 people + 1 guide) so the car was a bit of a squeeze. But altogether a fantastic way to spend an afternoon in Sarajevo
An experience you won’t forget! - If you plan to do a tour, do it with Adis! :)
andr cT2699DJ,
Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had an amazing experience on the Sarajevo city tour! Our guide was very charismatic and made the entire experience both engaging and enjoyable. His deep knowledge of Sarajevo’s history brought the city to life, and he shared fascinating stories that I would have never discovered on my own. I highly recommend his tour to anyone visiting Sarajevo – it’s an experience you won’t forget!
10/10 would recommend
325taminab,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
the guide made everything very interesting while being super nice and fun, a great way to learn about Sarajewos history! He answered any questions we had and gave us some personal tips on what places he can recommend around the old town
Highly recommended tour to understand the Siege
ilariab738,
Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Super interesting and helpful to understand the history of Sarajevo starting from the end of 'Tito era' to today. 3 hours of full history that flew by. Also very well organized and I liked the idea of being in a small group (4 people).
The best guide
radipetr,
Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We booked the tour after taking Adis' free walking tour and admiring his style and his professionalism. This tour was even richer. We learned so much about the historic events and Adis had answers for every question. He is very skilled and knows perfectly the history of the region and the Balkans. Thank you so much for this tour
Adis is the best
rosemT2457DT,
Aug 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Adis was such a great guide we did the walking tour with him and he was so knowledgeable. The next day we did a tour in his car around Sarajevo and saw the tunnel that was built during the war. Overall such an amazing experience getting information from a true local. Thanks Adis
History and good chats
polj2022,
Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Adis is an exceptional guide! He lead us around some of the most historical places in the city. An amazing way to discover the city while having good company!
Highly recommended tour with Adis!
Renée W,
Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The man. The myth. The legend. Thank you Adis! We booked the Siege tour after we did the walking tour. This tour was also extremely interesting. With a small group we drove all over the city while Adis told us all about the history. We can highly recommend this tour!
Amazing tour
Magnus Carlsen H,
Jul 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing tour, with an interesting subject. Very friendly and knowledgeable guide, and easy to follow. It was also cool to see the different parts of the city.