Timeline
16:33
Begin at the Church of St. Joseph. Admire the Romanesque Revival basilica, the triple aisles, and the crypt containing the tomb of Archbishop Ivan Šarić.
17:03
Walk across the Sarajevo City Center to Kimono. It is only a two-minute walk and opens at 10:00. Order a coffee or a light snack inside this Japanese restaurant.
17:23
Head up to the Yellow Fortress. The walk takes about 41 minutes from the Church of St. Joseph in an ENE direction. This small bastion offers a pleasant spot to picnic and gaze over the city.
18:03
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. On 15 October, the sun sets at 18:03, casting golden light since 17:23.
Local tip
The walk up to the fortress is substantial. Bring water and wear comfortable shoes. The fortress is a popular spot, so expect other visitors during sunset.
Check before you go
- Kimono opens at 10:00. Ensure you arrive there before closing if you plan to stay longer.
- The Yellow Fortress does not have opening hours as it is a public viewpoint, but the walk up is steep.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Sarajevo (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).