Attractions in Bosnia and Herzegovina
The finest attractions in Bosnia and Herzegovina at a glance: castles, natural wonders, historic old towns and more. Each place links to a detailed page with map, tips and photos.
Culture & History
Banski Dvor
This palace in Banja Luka now serves as a cultural center and was formerly the seat of the Ban administration.
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Historic Village of Počitelj
Počitelj is a medieval and Ottoman urban settlement on the banks of the Neretva river.
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Ključ Fortress
Ključ Fortress is historically significant as the place where the last Bosnian king, Stjepan Tomašević, was captured.
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Sokolac Fortress
Sokolac Fortress towers over the city of Bihać on a limestone hill.
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Bobovac Fortress
Bobovac was the residence of Bosnian kings and the seat of state archives in the Middle Ages.
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Vidoški Fortress
Vidoški is a large fortress complex above the town of Stolac.
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Doboj Fortress
Doboj Fortress, also known as Gradina, is a medieval castle in northern Bosnia.
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Ostrožac Castle
This extraordinary castle combines various architectural styles from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.
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Kastel Fortress
Kastel is the oldest historical monument in Banja Luka.
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Tešanj Fortress
Tešanj Fortress is one of the largest and most significant castles in the country.
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Jajce Fortress
The fortress of Jajce towers over the city and was the last seat of the Bosnian Kingdom.
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Cathedral of Saint Bonaventure
This Roman Catholic cathedral in Banja Luka is distinguished by its modern architecture.
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Bužim Old Town
Bužim Fortress in northwestern Bosnia stands out for its unusual architecture.
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Kraljeva Sutjeska
A historical village that was once the seat of Bosnian kings, known for its Franciscan monastery and the oldest mosque in the country.
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Štrbački buk
Štrbački buk is the highest waterfall on the Una river and one of the most spectacular natural monuments in the Una National Park.
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Sarajevo City Hall
Built in the Pseudo-Moorish style, the Vijećnica is one of the most magnificent buildings from the Austro-Hungarian period in Sarajevo.
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Lukomir
The highest and most isolated village in Bosnia, situated at 1495 meters on the edge of the Rakitnica Canyon.
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Ljubuški Fortress
This fortress on Butorovica hill is also known as the Fortress of Herceg Stjepan and overlooks the town of Ljubuški.
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Kozara
Kozara is a mountain range in northwestern Bosnia, often referred to as an island mountain.
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Tajan Nature Park
Tajan Nature Park is known for its untouched nature, canyons, and numerous caves.
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Vrelo Bosne
A natural monument at the foot of Mount Igman, encompassing the springs of the Bosna River.
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Drina National Park
Established in 2017, the park protects the Drina River canyon and the endemic Pančić spruce.
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Botanical Garden of Sarajevo
The garden belongs to the National Museum and houses over 2,000 plant species, including many Dinaric endemics.
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Bijambare Protected Landscape
This protected area comprises a complex of caves and dense coniferous forests on a karst plateau.
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Trebević Protected Landscape
Sarajevo's local mountain is an important recreational area with a high diversity of fungi and plants.
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Konjuh Protected Landscape
The Konjuh mountain range is a protected area with extensive coniferous forests and a rich endemic flora.
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Stojčevac Park
Stojčevac park is located on the edge of the Vrelo Bosne natural monument.
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Vran Mountain Park
The Vran mountain park encompasses alpine zones between Tomislavgrad and Jablanica.
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Martin Brod Waterfalls
A stunning cascade of waterfalls at the confluence of the Una and Unac rivers.
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Mostarska Blata
Mostarska Blata is a seasonal wetland and karst basin located west of Mostar.
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Janj Islands
A unique nature reserve where the Janj River forms a delta with numerous small islands, cascades, and channels.
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Bileća Lake
An artificial lake on the Trebišnjica River in southern Herzegovina.
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Prenj Mountain Range
Often called the 'Dinaric Himalayas,' this massif hosts an extremely rich flora with many endemic species.
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Kravica Waterfalls
These tufa waterfalls on the Trebižat River are surrounded by lush Mediterranean vegetation.
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Rakitnica Canyon
One of Europe's deepest and most untouched canyons, hosting extraordinary biodiversity.
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Maglić Mountain
The country's highest mountain provides habitat for rare alpine plants and large predators.
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Bardača Wetland
A protected wetland and Ramsar site in the north of the country, consisting of eleven lakes.
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Vjetrenica Cave
The world's most biodiverse cave hosts over 200 animal species, including the famous olm.
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Prokoško Lake
A glacial lake in the Vranica mountains, famous for the endemic triton (Triturus alpestris reiseri).
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Rama Lake
Rama Lake is considered one of the most beautiful lakes in the country, famous for its many islands and peninsules, notably Šćit.
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Modrac Lake
A reservoir lake near Tuzla, formed by damming the Spreča River.
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Boračko Lake
Boračko Lake lies at the foot of the Prenj mountain range and is a popular destination for hikers and campers near the town of Konjic.
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Skakavac Waterfall
A 98-meter-high waterfall near Sarajevo, surrounded by dense spruce and beech forests.
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Stari Gaj Reserve
Stari Gaj is a protected forest area in the region around Prnjavor.
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Zelengora Glacial Lakes
Zelengora is famous for its 'eyes of the mountain' – eight beautiful glacial lakes.
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Čemerno
A mountain range and high mountain pass in eastern Bosnia, serving as a hydrological divide between the Adriatic and Black Sea watersheds.
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Jablaničko Lake
Jablaničko Lake is a large reservoir on the Neretva river, known for its turquoise color and as a popular recreation area.
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Livanjsko Polje
The world's largest karst field is a Ramsar site and famous for its herds of wild horses.
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Blidinje Lake
Blidinje Lake is the largest mountain lake in the country, situated on a high plateau between the Čvrsnica and Vran mountains.
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Osječenica
A prominent limestone mountain in western Bosnia rising to 1,795 meters.
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What are the top attractions in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Among the most popular are Kozara, Tajan Nature Park, Banski Dvor, Vrelo Bosne, Drina National Park and many more – the full top 50 list is on this page.
When is the best time to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina?
May to October offers the most pleasant weather; July and August are warmest and busiest.