Arriving
River Walk is at Butmirska cesta 16A & 16B, Ilidža. Reception is open 24 hours a day; check-in is from 14:00.
River Walk · Ilidža
Ilidža and Sarajevo guide
What to see, where to eat and how to get there from River Walk, with distances and prices. Vrelo BosneThe springs where the Bosna River begins. Paths and small bridges cross the channels under the trees, with benches and a children’s playground.3.8 km · about 51 min on foot · about 9 min by car is a walk away, BaščaršijaSarajevo’s Ottoman-era bazaar and old town, with craft shops, cafés and restaurants around the Sebilj fountain. Tram line 3 from Ilidža runs here.12 km · tram line 3 · about 17 min by car a tram ride, and IgmanThe mountain above Ilidža, with woodland, open meadows and picnic spots.23 km · about 30 min by car 30 minutes by car.
Places and travel ideas
River Walk is in Ilidža, about 7 minutes on foot from Ilidža tram stopThe last stop of tram line 3, which runs between Ilidža and Baščaršija in Sarajevo’s old town.600 m · about 7 min on foot. Choose what interests you and how much time you have.
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Vrelo Bosne
The springs of the Bosna, reached along Velika AlejaA 3.5 km avenue of chestnut and plane trees between Ilidža’s spa quarter and the springs of the Bosna. It is closed to motor vehicles.: paths, small bridges and shade.
3.8 kmabout 51 min on footabout 9 min by car
Rimski most
A stone bridge over the Bosna, built in Ottoman times with older Roman stonework.
2.2 kmabout 29 min on footabout 5 min by car
Baščaršija
Sarajevo’s Ottoman-era bazaar: craft shops, cafés and the Sebilj fountain.
12 kmtram line 3about 17 min by car
Lunch in the old town
Ćevapi with somun bread or a Bosnian pie, then coffee and baklava in BaščaršijaSarajevo’s Ottoman-era bazaar and old town, with craft shops, cafés and restaurants around the Sebilj fountain. Tram line 3 from Ilidža runs here.12 km · tram line 3 · about 17 min by car.
12 kmtram line 3about 17 min by car
City Hall
A stained-glass atrium, a decorated staircase and galleries, opened in 1896.
12 kmtram line 3about 16 min by car
Trebević, Igman and Bjelašnica
TrebevićThe mountain above Sarajevo, 1,627 m. A cable car leaves from the old-town side of the city for views and walks.Trebević cable car: 12 km · about 17 min by car by cable car, IgmanThe mountain above Ilidža, with woodland, open meadows and picnic spots.23 km · about 30 min by car for forests and meadows, BjelašnicaA 2,067 m mountain with hiking and cycling in summer, and skiing when winter conditions allow.25 km · about 32 min by car for a more active day.
- Trebević cable car12 kmabout 17 min by car
- Igman23 kmabout 30 min by car
- Bjelašnica25 kmabout 32 min by car
Mostar and Travnik
Mostar’s Old Bridge on the Neretva, or Travnik’s fortress and Ivo Andrić’s birthplace. Give one of them a whole day.
- Mostar118 kmabout 2 h 10 min by car
- Travnik92 kmabout 1 h 25 min by car
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Plan your days
These are full days, excluding arrival and departure. Pick a length, then change the order to suit the weather and your interests.
Two days: the springs and the old town
- Day 1:
Ilidža and Vrelo Bosne
Walk beside the springs and take an unhurried lunch. Add part of the tree-lined avenue if you want a longer walk.
- Day 2:
Old Sarajevo and food
Take the tram into the city. After BaščaršijaSarajevo’s Ottoman-era bazaar and old town, with craft shops, cafés and restaurants around the Sebilj fountain. Tram line 3 from Ilidža runs here.12 km · tram line 3 · about 17 min by car, choose City Hall or the cable car in clear weather.
Four days for city and nature
- Day 1:
Springs and the tree-lined avenue
Begin with Vrelo BosneThe springs where the Bosna River begins. Paths and small bridges cross the channels under the trees, with benches and a children’s playground.3.8 km · about 51 min on foot · about 9 min by car. For less walking, spend your time in the park instead of walking the full avenue.
- Day 2:
Sarajevo’s old town
BaščaršijaSarajevo’s Ottoman-era bazaar and old town, with craft shops, cafés and restaurants around the Sebilj fountain. Tram line 3 from Ilidža runs here.12 km · tram line 3 · about 17 min by car, lunch and City Hall. The tram makes a city day possible without a car.
- Day 3:
A mountain day
Choose TrebevićThe mountain above Sarajevo, 1,627 m. A cable car leaves from the old-town side of the city for views and walks.Trebević cable car: 12 km · about 17 min by car, or IgmanThe mountain above Ilidža, with woodland, open meadows and picnic spots.23 km · about 30 min by car and BjelašnicaA 2,067 m mountain with hiking and cycling in summer, and skiing when winter conditions allow.25 km · about 32 min by car with transport arranged in advance. Swap this day if the weather turns.
- Day 4:
A museum and a slower afternoon
Choose a museum and café, or revisit somewhere you liked. Mostar can replace this day once your return is confirmed.
Seven days with a mountain day and a day trip
- Day 1:
Get to know Ilidža
The springs or the historic spa quarter, with a local lunch. Start at a gentle pace.
- Day 3:
Trebević
Take the cable car and choose a short walk for your fitness and the conditions. Check operation first.
- Day 4:
An easier day
A museum or café, with time back at the apartment. This is also a useful swap for a rainy day.
- Day 5:
Mostar or Travnik
Choose one destination for the full day, with the return journey planned before leaving.
- Day 6:
Igman or Bjelašnica
A mountain walk and lunch if conditions suit. Choose a cultural visit if weather or transport does not.
- Day 7:
A free last day
A walk along the river in Ilidža or a last lunch in the old town. Check-out is by 11:00 the next morning.
Tickets, meals and transport are paid on the spot.
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Where to stay
- Where to stay: Ilidža or the old city?Choose around your daily plans: old-city walks, work, study or more time in an apartment.
- Where to stay near Sarajevo AirportIlidža is about 3.5 km from the terminal, with apartments, restaurants and the tram into the city.
- Ilidža: a neighbourhood guideThermal springs, a 3.5 km avenue of old trees, the last stop of tram line 3 and the airport about 6 minutes away.
- Apartment or hotel in Sarajevo, for families and groupsSeparate bedrooms, a kitchen and a washing machine for four to seven people in one apartment.
- Long stays and working remotely from SarajevoA kitchen, a washing machine, Wi-Fi, a market downstairs and the tram about 7 minutes away on foot.
Getting there and around
- Sarajevo Airport: arrival and departureRiver Walk is about 3.5 km from the terminal, about 6 minutes by taxi.
- Getting around Sarajevo: tram, tickets, taxis and appsOne tram line runs the length of the valley, a ticket costs 2.20 KM and taxis charge by the meter.
- Driving to Sarajevo and where to parkTolls at the gate, paid zones in the centre and free parking with a garage in Ilidža.
Near River Walk
- Vrelo Bosne: tickets, hours and how to get thereThe springs of the River Bosna, reached on foot or by carriage along a 3.5 km avenue closed to cars.
- The Tunnel of Hope: visiting from IlidžaThe museum at the Butmir end of the wartime tunnel, about 3.9 km from River Walk.
- Sarajevo with childrenOpen space and pools in Ilidža, a cable car and museums in the city, and an apartment with a kitchen to come back to.
Planning your trip
- Three days in Sarajevo from IlidžaThe old town by tram, the springs on foot and a mountain by cable car, with a swap for rain.
- A week in Sarajevo and aroundTwo city days, two local days, one mountain, one long day trip and a day left open.
- Sarajevo month by month: weather and when to goAverage highs and lows for each month, when it snows, when it is warmest and what is on.
- Sarajevo in winter and skiing from IlidžaTwo Olympic ski mountains within an hour, and a warm apartment in the city to come back to.
- Sarajevo to Mostar for the day, by train or carLeave in the morning, spend the middle of the day around Stari Most and return in the evening.
Useful while you are here
Getting around
Tram line 3 connects Ilidža and BaščaršijaSarajevo’s Ottoman-era bazaar and old town, with craft shops, cafés and restaurants around the Sebilj fountain. Tram line 3 from Ilidža runs here.12 km · tram line 3 · about 17 min by car. A single ticket costs 2.20 KM and a day ticket 7.10 KM. You can explore Ilidža and central Sarajevo without a car. Mountain and other city trips need additional transport planning.
Eat and shop here
Del Gusto, La Soul, Huqqa and Cloud Cafe are in the River Walk complex. There is also a small market for everyday essentials. Each apartment has its own kitchen.
Need help?
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