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Cafe Slastičarna Kup – Colorful and tasty

"Cafe Slastičarna Kup" manages to stand out, even though we have tons of great sweet shops and bakeries in Sarajevo. The interior always amazes me...

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Alan

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Nov 8, 2024
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Fluid – Hidden gem away from the city

"Fluid" in Sarajevo is great if you want to take a break from the center. It's a fun bar where you can meet unexpected people - I met my best friend here!

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Mia

Tučić

Oct 17, 2024
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Nijaz Duraković Park – The perfect place to relax

"Nijaz Duraković Park" in Sarajevo is the perfect place for people of all ages to relax. It has even brought the locals together to protect it...

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Mia

Tučić

Oct 16, 2024
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Zlatna Ribica – A cafe for old souls

"Zlatna Ribica" in Sarajevo is one of the city's most unique cafes. It has a breathtaking mix of retro items - and the best thing about it is the toilet!

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Mia

Tučić

Oct 16, 2024
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Ministry of Ćejf – Best morning coffee

"Ministry of Ćejf" in Sarajevo makes having your coffee a joy. It's perfectly located if you're out sightseeing, and has perfect views! Get a cake, too...

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Mia

Tučić

Oct 16, 2024
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Chipas – Food on a budget

Visiting Sarajevo and want to eat quickly so you can continue exploring? "Chipas" is the perfect place for you. Great prices for excellent quality.

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Mia

Tučić

Oct 16, 2024
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Latin Bridge – A beautiful and tragic memory

The "Latin Bridge" in Sarajevo was the assassination site of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife. Today, it's a romantic site that's worth visiting...

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Relaxing

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Mia

Tučić

Oct 16, 2024
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Jazzbina – Heaven for good music

"Jazzbina" in Sarajevo is one of the city's best live music stages. Mondays are for jazz, Tuesdays blues... Check out all the local bands!

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Mia

Tučić

Oct 16, 2024
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Courtyard by Marriott – For those who like fancy

"Courtyard by Marriott" in Sarajevo is extremely popular and where I go whenever I want to dress up for something extra fancy. I just love the terrace..

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Mia

Tučić

Oct 16, 2024
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Mejdan Park – The perfect getaway

"Mejdan Park" in Sarajevo goes back to the 15th century, where it started off as a place for public executions. Today it has a beautiful music pavilion...

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Relaxing

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Mia

Tučić

Oct 16, 2024
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The Memorial Park Vraca – Historical monument

"The Memorial Park Vraca" Sarajevo has a significant past and is a very important historical monument. It is dedicated to the World War II victims...

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Aida

Omanović

Oct 15, 2024
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Caffe 105 – Searching for peace of mind?

"Caffe 105" is on one of the highest hills surrounding Sarajevo. It's amazing for cheap meals and non-alcoholic drinks, and the landscape's gorgeous there.

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Aida

Omanović

Oct 15, 2024

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