Sarajevo prices and practical facts, October 2026
Tram and taxi fares, entry prices, SIM cards, the euro rate and emergency numbers, each with its source.
These are the prices and rules visitors ask us about most, with the official source for each. We check them every month and change the date above when we do. If you find a price that has changed, tell reception and we will correct it.
Getting around
| Ticket or fare | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Tram, trolleybus or city bus, single ride | 2.20 KM (child 1.10 KM) | GRAS |
| Day ticket | 7.10 KM | GRAS |
| Ten-day ticket | 50.00 KM | GRAS |
| Ticket bought from an inspector when riding without one | 30.60 KM | GRAS |
| Mountain bus, one way / return | 6.10 KM / 8.50 KM | GRAS |
| Taxi, start of meter | 3.50 KM | Klix, 30 March 2026 |
| Taxi, per kilometre | 2.30 KM | Klix, 30 March 2026 |
| Taxi, waiting per hour | 23 KM | Klix, 30 March 2026 |
- Pupils and students with a valid student card travel free on public transport during the school and academic year. (Euronews BA, 1 July 2025)
- Tickets are sold at GRAS kiosks, including the one at the Ilidža tram terminus, and in the “Javni prevoz KS” phone app.
- Uber and Bolt do not operate in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Use a licensed taxi with a roof sign and the meter on. Sarajevo Taxi: 1515 or +387 33 660 666. The short numbers work only from a local SIM.
- Tram lines 3 (Ilidža–Baščaršija), 4 (Ilidža–railway station), 6 (Ilidža–Skenderija) and, since 27 September 2026, line 11 (Hrasnica–Ilidža–Baščaršija) all run through Ilidža. See our tram line 11 guide.
Money
Euro to convertible mark: 1 EUR = 1.95583 KM, fixed by law. (Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina)
- Carry some cash in KM for taxis, bakeries, small cafés and the Tunnel of Hope, which takes no cards and no foreign currency.
- At River Walk you pay at reception by card or cash. The price you are shown includes the tourist tax of 3 KM per person for each night.
Entry prices near Ilidža
| Place | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Vrelo Bosne nature park | Foreign adult 6 KM; foreign child 6–18 3 KM (under 6 free) | zppks.ba |
| Tunnel of Hope | Adult 20 KM; students and pupils 8 KM (under 6 free); audio guide 3 KM | mcsarajevo.ba |
| Termalna rivijera water park | Adult 10 KM weekdays, 12 KM weekends | terme-ilidza.ba |
| Bjelašnica–Igman ski day pass 2026/27 | 69 KM at the counter, 65 KM online (pre-sale until 15 November) | Raport, 3 October 2026 |
Tunnel of Hope hours: 1 April to 31 October 08:30–17:00 (last entry 16:30); 1 November to 31 March 09:00–16:00 (last entry 15:30). Phone +387 33 778 670.
Phone and internet
- EU roaming packages do not cover Bosnia and Herzegovina. A BH Telecom tourist SIM costs 31.70 KM for 40 GB over 10 days or 51.70 KM for 100 GB over 30 days, sold at kiosks. (Too Many Adapters, June 2026)
- Every River Walk apartment has free Wi-Fi.
Driving
- Winter equipment is compulsory from 1 November to 1 April; the fine is 40 KM. (BIHAMK via Paragraf, October 2025)
- River Walk has free parking for guests.
Emergencies
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| General emergency | 112 |
| Police | 122 |
| Fire | 123 |
| Ambulance | 124 |
Source: Government of Canada travel advice, May 2026. River Walk reception is open 24 hours: +387 33 837 337.
Entry and visas
Visa rules depend on your passport and change from time to time. Check the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina before you travel.
River Walk at a glance
83 apartments at Butmirska cesta 16A/16B, 71210 Ilidža: 9 studios, 5 one-bedroom river view, 41 two-bedroom standard, 25 deluxe two-bedroom river view, 3 three-bedroom river view. Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 11:00. Free cancellation up to 5 days before arrival. Free parking, 24-hour reception, card or cash at reception. Booking.com guest score 8.2 from 956 reviews.
Questions
How much is a tram ticket in Sarajevo?
A single ride costs 2.20 KM, 1.10 KM for a child. A day ticket costs 7.10 KM. Prices from GRAS, checked 24 October 2026.
How much does a taxi cost in Sarajevo?
The meter starts at 3.50 KM and adds 2.30 KM per kilometre, plus 23 KM per hour of waiting. These fares have applied since 1 April 2026.
Is there Uber in Sarajevo?
No. Uber and Bolt do not operate in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Use a licensed taxi with the meter on.
Can I pay in euros?
Prices are in convertible marks (KM). The rate is fixed at 1 EUR = 1.95583 KM. Some places take euros, but taxis, bakeries and the Tunnel of Hope expect KM in cash.
How much is the Tunnel of Hope?
20 KM for adults and 8 KM for students, cash in KM only. The audio guide costs 3 KM.
