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Sarajevo Assassination: The Spark of World War I

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Overview

Discover one of the most significant moments in world history: the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo. This event set off a chain reaction that led to the start of World War I. Our Assassination Tour will take you through Sarajevo’s fascinating Austro-Hungarian period, unraveling the political climate of Europe and the motives behind the plot orchestrated by the Young Bosnia group. Unveil the story of the Sarajevo assassination and how it changed the world. Learn about Austro-Hungarian influence in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Visit key historical sites related to the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • City Map
  • Licensed Guide
  • Entry Fee for the 1878-1918 Museum - 5 BAM (3€) per person
  • Entry Fee for VRX Museum - 20 BAM (10€) per person
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Zelenih beretki
Sarajevo 71000, Bosnia and Herzegovina

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What To Expect

Saint Mark Cemetery

The Saint Marko Cemetery and the Vidovdan Heroes ChapelThis cemetery is the final resting place of Gavrilo Princip and his fellow conspirators, buried in secrecy by Austro-Hungarian authorities. The Vidovdan Heroes Chapel now serves as a memorial to the Young Bosnia movement, whose actions sparked the outbreak of World War I.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina building

Built during the Austro-Hungarian administration, this imposing structure once housed imperial officials overseeing Bosnia’s governance. On June 28, 1914, just a short distance from here, the fateful motorcade carrying Archduke Franz Ferdinand passed through Sarajevo’s streets.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sarajevo Vrx Immersive Museum

This immersive museum brings Sarajevo under Austro-Hungarian rule to life, showcasing the city’s transformation and rising nationalist tensions. Visitors can virtually witness the moments leading up to Franz Ferdinand’s assassination.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Eternal Flame

While primarily a World War II memorial, the Eternal Flame stands near key Austro-Hungarian-era buildings. These structures, erected to cement imperial rule, bore witness to Sarajevo’s political unrest in the years leading to the assassination.
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3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pijaca Markale

Established during Austro-Hungarian rule, Markale Market became a bustling trade hub reflecting the empire’s modernization efforts. On the morning of the assassination, locals gathered here, unaware that their city was about to become the center of world history.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Katedrala Srca Isusova

Built in 1889, this Neo-Gothic cathedral symbolized Austro-Hungary’s efforts 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.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Latin Bridge

One of Sarajevo’s most iconic sites, this Ottoman-era bridge became infamous as the location where Gavrilo Princip fired the shots that altered world history. Standing here, one can visualize the fateful moments that led to World War I.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sarajevo Museum 1878 – 1918

Located near the Latin Bridge, this museum houses crucial artifacts from the Austro-Hungarian period and the assassination. Through exhibits detailing Franz Ferdinand’s visit and its aftermath, it offers an in-depth look at the empire’s rule and the rising nationalist movements.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Konak

Once the residence of Austro-Hungarian governors, Konak played a key role in hosting officials during Franz Ferdinand’s visit. Hours before the assassination, it was at the center of imperial decision-making in Sarajevo.
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3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sarajevska Pivara

Sarajevo Brewery became a hub of industrial progress and social gatherings. On the day of the assassination, it stood as a silent witness to the unfolding of history.
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3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sarajevo City Hall

A grand 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 sealed.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sarajevo Assassination: The Spark of World War I?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sarajevo Assassination: The Spark of World War I?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • City Map.
  • Licensed Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Entry Fee for the 1878-1918 Museum - 5 BAM (3€) per person.
  • Entry Fee for VRX Museum - 20 BAM (10€) per person.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Sarajevo Assassination: The Spark of World War I is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sarajevo Assassination: The Spark of World War I will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • City Map
  • Licensed Guide
  • Entry Fee for the 1878-1918 Museum - 5 BAM (3€) per person
  • Entry Fee for VRX Museum - 20 BAM (10€) per person

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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