A little closer toMostar.

Mostar is surrounded by mountains, rivers, waterfalls, and some of Herzegovina's most spectacular landscapes. Visitors can enjoy hiking, cycling, rafting, climbing, kayaking, and panoramic tours throughout the region. For adrenaline lovers, the traditional diving competition from the Old Bridge is one of Mostar's most famous events. Experienced local divers have been jumping from the bridge into the Neretva for generations. Nearby destinations such as Blagaj, Fortica, Buna, Počitelj, and the surrounding Herzegovinian countryside also make excellent day trips from Mostar.

Mostar's cuisine combines traditional Bosnian dishes with strong Herzegovinian and Mediterranean influences. Around the Old Town and Neretva River, visitors will find restaurants serving ćevapi, grilled meat, burek, dolma, soups, fresh trout, grilled vegetables, and traditional Herzegovinian dishes. Local cheeses, figs, pomegranates, honey, olives, and Herzegovinian wines also play an important role in the region's cuisine. Finish your meal with traditional Bosnian coffee, baklava, or hurmašice while enjoying a view of the Old Bridge.

Mostar has a relaxed but lively evening atmosphere, particularly during the warm spring and summer months. The Old Town is filled with cafés, terraces, restaurants, and bars where visitors can enjoy music and drinks beside the river. Throughout the year, Mostar also hosts concerts, cultural events, festivals, exhibitions, and the famous traditional diving competition from the Old Bridge. For a quieter evening, simply find a riverside terrace and enjoy the illuminated Old Bridge and the sound of the Neretva.

Mostar offers accommodation for every type of traveller — from modern 4- and 5-star hotels to boutique hotels, traditional guesthouses, apartments, hostels, and private rooms. Staying near the Old Town is ideal for travellers who want Mostar's main attractions within walking distance, while accommodation in newer parts of the city often offers easier parking and additional space. Whether you're visiting for a short city break, exploring Herzegovina, or travelling through the Balkans, Mostar provides plenty of comfortable and affordable accommodation options.