Monday to Sunday: 11am – 7pm*
Please note that the last entry to the museum is at 6:30 pm.
Children (5 and under): Free
Youth (6-17): 5 KM
University students: 8 KM
Adults: 10 KM
Family pass: 25 KM**
Payment by card or invoice is possible at the Museum.
Entry to the museum is free every last Thursday of the month, from 5pm to 7pm.
Admission is also free on specific dates and during the WCM birthday week, with all relevant information shared on museum’s website and its social media channels.
* On December 31, the museum is open from 11am to 4pm. The museum is closed on January 1, March 1, May 1, and November 25, in observance of national holidays.
** Includes admission for 2 adults and up to 5 children ages 6-17.
Important Notice: Temporary Outage of Disability Elevator
We would like to inform our visitors that the Museum’s disability elevator is currently out of service due to technical issues. We are working to resolve the problem as quickly as possible and will update this notice once it is back in operation.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. If you have questions or require assistance in planning your visit, please don’t hesitate to contact us at visit@warchildhood.org.
Thank you for your patience.
To ensure the quality of your visit, all group visits (10+ people) should be announced via email at visit@warchildhood.org or by contacting us at +387 (0)33 53 55 58 (10:30 to 19:00).
The museum is committed to ensuring the accessibility for all visitors. At the entrance of the museum, there are two steps, instead of which it is possible to use a lift/ramp. The museum’s exhibition space, the corner for adults and children, as well as the toilet are accessible to people using wheelchairs and other mobility aids. The museum is also fully accessible for strollers, and there is also a baby changing area available.
For groups of 6 or more people, guided tours in sign language (Bosnian) can be arranged with prior notice of at least 5 days via phone or email. Several seating areas are available throughout the museum.
Stories from the permanent exhibition are available in Braille (Bosnian).
If you are a visitor requiring mobility assistance, please call us in advance to reserve a parking space. For further inquiries or assistance, please reach out to us via email at visit@warchildhood.org or by phone at +387 (0)33 53 55 58.
The War Childhood Museum is located in the Sarajevo city centre at Logavina 32.
The museum is within walking distance of major historical landmarks, including the Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque and the Sacred Heart Cathedral.
You can easily reach us by public transport, with the closest tram stops being Baščaršija and Katedrala.
Please Note: The museum is situated in the historic city center, and parking space is limited.
At the museum, parents and children can use our interactive guides: Ladybugs (for children ages 4 and up) and Hummingbirds (for children ages 8 and up).
These site-specific materials are designed to encourage children to engage with the exhibition in a child-friendly and safe manner, tailored to different stages of child development.
The guides are created to foster intergenerational dialogue and aim to enhance the experience for children and their families, transforming their visit into an interactive, shared activity.
The museum also offers a children’s corner equipped with drawing materials, paper, and books, providing a welcoming space for creative play. Additionally, objects and stories suitable for young visitors are marked with child-friendly symbols.
Stay informed about the latest news, events, and exhibitions at the museum.
At the museum shop our guests can purchase The War Childhood book in Bosnian, as well as in English, Italian, French, Polish, and other languages.
Visitors can also buy a variety of items, including notebooks, tote bags, mugs, pencils, badges, stickers, and postcards.
Your purchases contribute to the ongoing support of the War Childhood Museum.
We look forward to welcoming you at the War Childhood Museum! 🎈
If you have any questions regarding your visit to the WCM, please feel free to contact us at: visit@warchildhood.org.
The War Childhood Museum is an independent non-for-profit museum not funded by government. In addition to institutional donors and partners, the Museum has been receiving support from dedicated individuals and friends from its very opening. Become a friend and support the WCM.
