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Bosnia and Herzegovina Mostar travel guide
14 things to do in Mostar, where to stay, airport transfers. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Mostar
- Stari Most — bridge in Mostar over the river Neretva (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Karadzozbey Mosque — mosque in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Partisan cemetery in Mostar — Partisan memorial cemetery in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Statue of Bruce Lee — statue in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, Mostar — church in Bosnia and Herzegovina (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Cathedral of Mary, Mother of the Church — cathedral (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Herzegovina Museum — museum in Mostar (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Church of St. Peter and Paul — church in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Croatian National Theatre in Mostar — theatre in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Mostar Synagogue (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Hotel Neretva — hotel and building in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary (Mostar) — church in Herzegovina-Neretva Canton, Bosnia and Herzegovina (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Clock Tower of Mostar (visit ≈ 40 min)
- Late antique basilica in Cim, the archaeological site — Christian Basilica in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina (visit ≈ 60 min)
1-day Mostar walking itinerary
Starting point: Old Town / Kujundžiluk. The top 8 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 5.2 km · 7,070 steps · 1 h 10 min on the way): Stari Most → Church of St. Peter and Paul → Cathedral of Mary, Mother of the Church → Partisan cemetery in Mostar → Statue of Bruce Lee → Karadzozbey Mosque → Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, Mostar → Herzegovina Museum
Hidden gems and overlooked spots in Mostar
- Blagaj Tekke — 16th-century dervish lodge at the spring where the Buna river emerges beneath a huge cliff. (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Počitelj — Stone-built Ottoman village on a slope above the Neretva, with a mosque, clock tower and fort views. (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Kravica Waterfalls — Falls tumbling in a wide arc into a green pool where you can swim in summer. (visit ≈ 150 min)
- Muslibegović House — Ottoman-era mansion with wooden ceilings and a courtyard, open to visitors; part is a guesthouse. (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Bišćević House — Typical 17th-century Ottoman house whose bay room juts out over the Neretva. (visit ≈ 20 min)
Where to stay in Mostar
- Old Town / Kujundžiluk: Guesthouses in the bazaar beside the Old Bridge.
- West Bank: Calmer, with modern hotels and cafés.
Getting from the airport to Mostar
- Mostar (OMO): Taxi ≈ 15 min
Getting around
The old town and bridges are walkable; Blagaj and Kravice need a bus, taxi or tour.
Classic places to eat
- Šadrvan: Bosnian dishes near the Old Bridge.
- Hindin Han: A stone inn by the river with grills and fish.
- Tima-Irma: A small spot with queues for ćevapi.
- Café de Alma: Traditional Bosnian coffee and its story.
Romantic views
- Stari Most (Sunset): The Ottoman bridge over the Neretva, where divers jump.
- Kriva Ćuprija (Evening): The small, quiet sibling of the Old Bridge.
- Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque (Daytime): The best view of the Old Bridge from the minaret.
Football stadiums in Mostar
- Stadion pod Bijelim Brijegom: Home of HŠK Zrinjski Mostar
- Rođeni Stadium: Home of FK Velež Mostar
Good to know before visiting Mostar
- Fine: Photographing military sites is prohibited.
- Fine: On Sarajevo's trams validate your ticket on boarding; inspectors fine.
- Warning: Stay on marked paths in rural and mountain areas: wartime landmines remain. Avoid abandoned buildings.
- Warning: Jumping off Mostar's bridge should only be done through the divers' club.
- Warning: Foreigners must be registered with police where they stay; hotels do it, check if in private lodging.
- Warning: Carry your passport.
- Emergency: 112 (police 122, ambulance 124, fire 123)
- Plugs: C/F, 230V
- Tap water: Tap and fountain water in Sarajevo is drinkable.
- Tipping: Rounding up by about 10% is usual.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Wikivoyage — Bosnia and Herzegovina, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Mostar travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Mostar?
- The top 8 places in the centre take about 1 day at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel.
- What are the top things to do in Mostar?
- Highlights: Stari Most, Karadzozbey Mosque, Partisan cemetery in Mostar, Statue of Bruce Lee and Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, Mostar. The map has 14 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Mostar?
- Old Town / Kujundžiluk: Guesthouses in the bazaar beside the Old Bridge. Other options: West Bank.
- How do you get from the airport to Mostar city centre?
- Mostar (OMO): Taxi ≈ 15 min
- How do you get around Mostar?
- The old town and bridges are walkable; Blagaj and Kravice need a bus, taxi or tour.
- What is the emergency number in Mostar?
- Emergency: 112 (police 122, ambulance 124, fire 123).
- Do you tip in Mostar?
- Rounding up by about 10% is usual.
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