• Saint Mark Cemetery - The Saint Marko Cemetery and the Vidovdan Heroes Chapel

This cemetery is the secret burial site of Gavrilo Princip and his fellow conspirators, interred by Austro-Hungarian authorities. The Vidovdan Heroes Chapel now commemorates the Young Bosnia movement, whose actions ignited the start of World War I.

• Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina building - Constructed during the Austro-Hungarian administration, this grand building once accommodated imperial officials managing Bosnia’s governance. On June 28, 1914, the ill-fated motorcade carrying Archduke Franz Ferdinand passed nearby through Sarajevo’s streets.

• Sarajevo VRX Immersive Museum - This immersive museum vividly recreates Sarajevo under Austro-Hungarian rule, highlighting the city’s transformation and growing nationalist tensions. Visitors can virtually experience the moments leading up to Franz Ferdinand’s assassination.

• Eternal Flame - Primarily a World War II memorial, the Eternal Flame is located near significant Austro-Hungarian-era buildings. These structures, built to reinforce imperial rule, witnessed Sarajevo’s political turmoil in the years preceding the assassination.

• Pijaca Markale - Established during Austro-Hungarian rule, Markale Market evolved into a vibrant trade center reflecting the empire’s modernization efforts. On the morning of the assassination, locals gathered here, unaware that their city was about to become the focal point of world history.

• Katedrala Sarajevo - Erected in 1889, this Neo-Gothic cathedral symbolized Austro-Hungary’s intent to solidify its presence in Bosnia. It stood along the route taken by Franz Ferdinand’s motorcade, witnessing the tension and chaos of that historic day.

• Latin Bridge - One of Sarajevo’s most iconic landmarks, this Ottoman-era bridge became infamous as the site where Gavrilo Princip fired the shots that changed world history. Standing here, one can envision the pivotal moments that led to World War I.

• Sarajevo Museum 1878 – 1918 - Situated near the Latin Bridge, this museum contains essential artifacts from the Austro-Hungarian period and the assassination. Through exhibits detailing Franz Ferdinand’s visit and its aftermath, it provides an in-depth view of the empire’s rule and the rising nationalist movements.

• Konak - Formerly the residence of Austro-Hungarian governors, Konak played a crucial role in hosting officials during Franz Ferdinand’s visit. Hours before the assassination, it was central to imperial decision-making in Sarajevo.

• Sarajevska Pivara - Sarajevo Brewery became a center of industrial progress and social gatherings. On the day of the assassination, it stood as a silent witness to the unfolding of history.

• Sarajevo City Hall - A magnificent symbol of Austro-Hungarian influence, Sarajevo City Hall (Vijećnica) hosted Archduke Franz Ferdinand’s official reception just before his assassination. That morning, he stood on its steps, unaware that his fate—and the course of world history—had already been determined.

• Tour guide

• Entry Fee for the 1878-1918 Museum - 5 BAM (3€) per person
• Entry Fee for VRX Museum - 20 BAM (10€) per person

Explore one of the pivotal events in global history: the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo. This incident triggered a series of events that ultimately led to the outbreak of World War I. Join our Assassination Tour to delve into Sarajevo’s intriguing Austro-Hungarian era, uncovering the European political landscape and the motivations behind the Young Bosnia group’s conspiracy. Discover the tale of the Sarajevo assassination and its global impact. Gain insights into Austro-Hungarian influence in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Visit significant historical sites associated with the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.

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