The Bridge That Defines a City
Mostar is synonymous with its famous Stari Most — the Old Bridge — a 16th-century Ottoman masterpiece that arches gracefully over the emerald Neretva River. Rebuilt after the war and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it remains one of the most iconic landmarks in the Balkans.
Beyond the bridge, Mostar enchants with its cobblestone bazaar, authentic craft shops, and a rich cultural tapestry woven by centuries of Bosniak, Croat, and Serbian communities living side by side.
To stand on Stari Most and watch divers leap into the Neretva is to understand why travellers never forget Mostar.
Top Highlights in Mostar
Discover the places, experiences, and moments that make Mostar unforgettable.
Stari Most
The iconic 16th-century Ottoman bridge spanning the Neretva. Watch brave divers leap from its 21-metre arch into the river below.
UNESCO Site
Kujundžiluk Bazaar
The old bazaar street leading to the bridge, lined with copper smiths, jewellery makers, and authentic local crafts.
Bazaar
Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque
A beautiful Ottoman mosque with a minaret you can climb for a stunning aerial view of the Old Bridge and the city.
Architecture
Blagaj Tekke
Just 12km from Mostar, a 16th-century Dervish monastery built at the base of a towering cliff beside a crystal spring.
Day Trip
Neretva River
The impossibly clear emerald-green river that flows through the heart of Mostar — perfect for swimming and rafting in summer.
Nature
Old Bridge Diving
Since the 13th century, young men have dived from the bridge as a rite of passage. Watch or join the tradition every summer.
TraditionTravel Smart in Mostar
Local knowledge to help you get the most from your visit.
Visit at Golden Hour
The bridge at sunset, bathed in warm light, is one of the most photographed scenes in the entire Balkans.
Swim in the Neretva
In summer, locals swim in the crystal-clear Neretva. The water is cold but incredibly refreshing.
Buy Local Crafts
Kujundžiluk is the place for hand-made copper items, traditional textiles, and authentic Herzegovinian wine.
Day Trip to Blagaj
Don't miss the short drive to Blagaj — the tekke at the source of the Buna river is extraordinary.
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