
The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 15 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour worth booking?
The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, from $23 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 15 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (15)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $23 per person
If you are interested in history, have a time travel with us to the beginning of the 20th century and learn about the last day of Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophia. Find out why Sarajevo was important during the past times, discover the place where Franz Ferdinand was assassinated and what lead to the First World War. Hear an interesting story about what happened to Gavrilo Princip, the assassinator, and You will understand why Sarajevo is small city with many historical events that formed it as it is. During this nice 2 hour-walk through the city, explore spots that were main for Franz Ferdinand to visit back in the days and discover historical events that one lead to another. Place of the first attempt of assassination, Franz Ferdinand’s speech in City Hall, Governor’s residence, famous Hotel Europe, Latin Bridge and its nearby place of the assassination are tour’s highlights that You will be thrilled with.
What you get
About this experience
If you are interested in history, have a time travel with us to the beginning of the 20th century and learn about the last day of Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophia. Find out why Sarajevo was important during the past times, discover the place where Franz Ferdinand was assassinated and what lead to the First World War. Hear an interesting story about what happened to Gavrilo Princip, the assassinator, and You will understand why Sarajevo is small city with many historical events that formed it as it is. During this nice 2 hour-walk through the city, explore spots that were main for Franz Ferdinand to visit back in the days and discover historical events that one lead to another. Place of the first attempt of assassination, Franz Ferdinand’s speech in City Hall, Governor’s residence, famous Hotel Europe, Latin Bridge and its nearby place of the assassination are tour’s highlights that You will be thrilled with.
What's included
Included
- Charming tour guide
What you'll see and do
Konak
During this nice 2 hour-walk through the city, explore spots that were main for Franz Ferdinand to visit back in the days and discover historical events that one lead to another. Place of the first attempt of assassination, Franz Ferdinand’s speech in City Hall, Governor’s residence, famous Hotel Europe, Latin Bridge and its nearby place of the assassination are tour’s highlights that You will be thrilled with. Get to know Sarajevo from a little bit different perspective and get familiar with facts that triggered First World War.
Pass by without stopping
Latin Bridge
During this nice 2 hour-walk through the city, explore spots that were main for Franz Ferdinand to visit back in the days and discover historical events that one lead to another. Place of the first attempt of assassination, Franz Ferdinand’s speech in City Hall, Governor’s residence, famous Hotel Europe, Latin Bridge and its nearby place of the assassination are tour’s highlights that You will be thrilled with. Get to know Sarajevo from a little bit different perspective and get familiar with facts that triggered First World War.
10 minutes here
Sarajevo City Hall
During this nice 2 hour-walk through the city, explore spots that were main for Franz Ferdinand to visit back in the days and discover historical events that one lead to another. Place of the first attempt of assassination, Franz Ferdinand’s speech in City Hall, Governor’s residence, famous Hotel Europe, Latin Bridge and its nearby place of the assassination are tour’s highlights that You will be thrilled with. Get to know Sarajevo from a little bit different perspective and get familiar with facts that triggered First World War.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Sarajevo
Our agency Office is in street Ferhadija 19, passage next to Cathedral of Jesus’ Sacred Heart.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Our agency Office is in street Ferhadija 19, passage next to Cathedral of Jesus’ Sacred Heart.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Spirit Tours Sarajevo
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
15 verified traveler reviews for The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Stimulating and Informative Walking Tour
This historical tour, centred around the assassination of Franz Ferdinand in 1914, was a wonderful walk with friendly guide Annan, who not only described the Archduke’s final day and showed us the pertinent locations, but also regaled us with lots of other historical and current information about Sarajevo and Bosnia.
Response from the operator: Dear Phil, thank you for joining us on a walk through one of Sarajevo’s most historic—and eventful—days! We promise, unlike Franz Ferdinand, we’re always happy when our guests make it to the end of the tour! 😉 Thank you for the wonderful review, and we hope to see you again for another stroll through Sarajevo’s fascinating history.
via Tripadvisor
Interesting and informative
Absolutely superb. Interesting and charming guide and we learned loads about modern day Bosnia too.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring the last day of Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo and that the tour also gave you a glimpse into modern-day Bosnia. It was a pleasure having you along!
via Tripadvisor
We absolutely loved this...
We absolutely loved this tour! Our guide, Adnan, was a wealth of knowledge and provided such great insight into not only the assignation but also all the conflicts and how it impacted Sarajevo historically and today. Thank you, Adnan!
Response from the operator: Thank you, our dear friends, for your beautiful review! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that Adnan's knowledge and insights helped make your experience memorable. We'll be sure to pass your kind words along to him—they'll mean a lot. Wishing you all the best, and take care!
via Viator
History in Sarajevo
If you love history this is the one for you. Adnan the guide was amazing providing us with all the information about the city, its history and always with our interest in mind. I 100 percent recommend it. Thank you Adnam We had
Response from the operator: Thank you so much, Carlos! It was a pleasure having you on the tour. We're delighted you enjoyed the stories and history of Sarajevo, and we'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Adnan. Wishing you safe travels and many more unforgettable adventures and fascinating stories along the way. We hope to see you again someday!
via Viator
The famous assassination and much more
The tour is framed as focusing on the assassination of Franz Ferdinand, but it is much more than that. With Adnan’s deep knowledge of the history of Sarajevo and the region, the tour showed us how the assassination reflected and shape many of the most important divisions that defined the city and the region throughout the 20th century (and still). Adnan’s passion for the city, and hope for its future, left us fascinated. He indulged us with thoughtful answers to our many questions. We are very grateful to him and would be eager to take any tour that he was leading in future visits.
Response from the operator: Dear guests, thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that the tour gave you a deeper understanding of Sarajevo's history and its lasting impact on the region. It means a lot to know you found the experience engaging and insightful. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back on another tour during your next visit to Sarajevo!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Spirit Tours Sarajevo, who run 19 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 58.1.
See everything Spirit Tours Sarajevo runsWhy this scores 72
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The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sarajevo.
How much does The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $23 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sarajevo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sarajevo is not rushed.
Is The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Sarajevo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sarajevo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sarajevo and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sarajevo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Sarajevo?
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On Outty we rank every Sarajevo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Fall of Yugoslavia, Sarajevo War Tour with Tunnel of Hope Museum and Frontlines, From Sarajevo: Srebrenica Genocide Memorial Study Tour, Tunnel Museum: Bosnian & Yugoslav Wars Tour with War Veteran. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Sarajevo?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Sarajevo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour?
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Included: Charming tour guide. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 3 listed pickup locations in and around Sarajevo. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour offered in?
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It is offered in German, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about The last day of Franz Ferdinand Walking Tour?
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Across 15 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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