Sarajevo Assassination: The Spark of World War I
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.
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Assassination Tour
Duration: 2 hours
What's included in Sarajevo Assassination: The Spark of World War I
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The Saint Marko Cemetery and the Vidovdan Heroes Chapel This 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.
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.
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.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed Guide
- City Map
- Entry Fee for the 1878-1918 Museum - 5 BAM (3€) per person
- Entry Fee for VRX Museum - 20 BAM (10€) per person
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Zelenih beretki 30
