Tunnel of Hope Tour

During the Bosnian War, an 800-meter long underground structure was built for people to escape from Sarajevo. Discover its history on this tour of the Tunnel of Hope.

Tunnel of Hope Tour

We'll meet at Zelenih Beretki 30 at the specified time and then head towards one of the significant locations in the capital.

The route includes Sniper Avenue, known for its danger during the war, and the Markale market, site of a major massacre. Next, we will pass the Presidency building, pivotal in wartime governance, and RTV Dom, the television building that informed the public during emergencies. Observations will include the design of the communist neighborhoods and their reflection of Sarajevo's contemporary history.

After this, we'll arrive at the entrance to the Sarajevo Tunnel, located 5 meters (16 feet) underground and constructed in 1993 to facilitate escape during the war. This 800-meter-long (2,624 feet) passage, also known as the Tunnel of Hope, connected Sarajevo to external supplies like food and medicine during the siege. Inside the museum, we will learn about the tunnel's construction and hear personal stories from survivors, including the need for masks due to poor ventilation.

We will conclude our 2.5 hour tour by returning to the meeting point.