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When in Trebinje, it's a must to visit the city's historic core with numerous cultural and historical monuments, the Old Town with the Museum of Herzegovina, and religious sites representing all three confessions, each with its own story and uniqueness. Enjoying coffee under the famous plane trees or in one of Trebinje's many gardens while soaking in the relaxed city atmosphere is a must. In the morning, you can explore the picturesque city market on Liberation Square, where you can find authentic Herzegovinian products. Unmissable locations include the Herzegovina Gračanica and Tvrdoš Monastery, and if you're staying longer, you shouldn't miss other monasteries in the vicinity of the city. Trebinje's wineries and restaurants are true havens of hedonism, so plan a visit to some of them.
Trebinje is most visited during the summer and major holidays when traditionally the largest number of guests come from neighboring countries, namely the Balkan region. Year after year, Trebinje attracts an increasing number of foreign tourists from around the world. To learn about Trebinje as a year-round destination, you can read our blog post titled "Trebinje, a Destination for All Seasons," where you'll find information about activities and events related to each season.
You can try traditional Herzegovinian specialties at some of the restaurants in the city and its surroundings. For meat lovers, there are dishes made from veal and lamb prepared in a traditional way under a "sač" (a type of lid) or on a spit, which you can find at Konak in Mosko and Stara Hercegovina in Tulima. Restaurant Studenac offers excellently prepared trout from the Trebišnjica River among various other dishes.
Many restaurants offer "cicvara," a unique local delicacy that, when combined with honey, becomes one of the more unusual delicacies of our region. Alongside traditionally dried prosciutto, "škripavac" cheese, mixed cheese, or olive oil cheese, it pairs wonderfully with "priganice" (fried dough) or "prijesnac" (a type of pancake). Of course, all of this should be complemented with a glass of homemade brandy followed by some good local wine. You can choose from indigenous Herzegovinian wine varieties like "vranac" and "žilavka," or opt for international varieties such as Chardonnay, Merlot, or Cabernet.
A unique specialty of the Trebinje region is the famous "grah poljak," a type of colorful and highly nutritious legume that you can find at the city market or in the Herzegovina House. You'll recognize it by its resemblance to colorful pebbles.
You can find traditional products at the city market, Herzegovina House, monastery shops, and local souvenir shops.
The most beautiful souvenir from Trebinje is undoubtedly something that was created right there in Trebinje. Whether it's a magnet, pendant, artistic photograph, painting, sculpture, bottle of wine, or something else, the choice is yours. For handcrafted artworks made in Trebinje, visit Hobby Art and Art Špaiz, or contact the Facebook page Potka Trebinje (Handmade Trebinje), where you can find beautifully crafted dolls in traditional costumes.
To get to know the city and its immediate surroundings thoroughly, you should allocate at least two days. If you visit during the summer, those two days may not be enough because there are numerous activities and events worth your attention. Interestingly, in recent years, many tourists have chosen to stay in Trebinje and go to the Adriatic Sea for swimming daily.
Thanks to its favorable natural and geographical location, Trebinje can serve as a base for visiting neighboring popular tourist destinations such as Dubrovnik, Kotor, Herceg Novi, Tivat, and Mostar. From Trebinje, you can also explore other smaller municipalities in Herzegovina, which may not be as well-known but still have their own unique attractions and charm.
People from Herzegovina have long been known as excellent hosts who value tradition and customs. Therefore, hospitality is deeply ingrained in the people of this region. Regardless of where they come from, guests in Trebinje will encounter a warm welcome and friendly reception. Don't be surprised if, even if they see you for the first time in their life, they offer you coffee and brandy in a Herzegovinian village.
Trebinje has served as a backdrop for numerous cinematic works, ranging from Westerns to historical films, romantic dramas, and soap operas. In the 1980s, a romantic film titled "The Best" was shot in Trebinje, showcasing how the city looked at that time. Among the recent productions is Emir Kusturica's film "On the Milky Road," in which the famous actress Monica Bellucci plays the lead role. However, the most attention was garnered by the adaptation of the novel "Ranjeni Orao" (The Wounded Eagle) by Mir-Jam, both in film and TV series formats, with the "Anđelkina kapija" (Anđelka's Gate) from the series becoming a sort of tourist attraction.
10. What are the working hours of shops and restaurants?
The working hours of shops and hospitality establishments vary depending on the time of year. Most shops open in the morning at 7:00 or 8:00 and close at 21:00 or 22:00 during the summer months. Many smaller shops maintain the traditional practice of having a break during lunchtime.
Hospitality venues have varying hours depending on the type of business but generally close by 23:00, while clubs and discos stay open later. Please note that working hours may change during holidays, so it's advisable to check in advance.
You can exchange foreign currencies at exchange offices and banks. Keep in mind that most banks close by 16:00, while exchange offices are open for a few hours longer. Most places also accept card payments.
Trebinje has a number of parking lots and parking spaces, clearly marked and divided into zones. There are winter and summer parking ticket rates available, and you can choose between hourly parking or purchasing an all-day parking pass. Trebinje does not have a public garage.
Trebinje and its surroundings are the birthplace of many notable individuals, including Stojan Jovanović, also known as Saint Vasilije Ostroški, one of the most revered Serbian poets and diplomats Jovan Dučić, and one of our greatest benefactors, Luka Ćelović Trebinjac. Numerous famous actors and athletes were born in Trebinje or have roots there, such as actors Nebojša Glogovac and Nataša Ninković, basketball players Dejan Bodiroga, Milan Gurović, and Predrag Danilović, as well as handball players, the Grbić brothers, and others.
If you're looking for smaller handcrafted artistic souvenirs, we suggest visiting Hobby Art and Art Špaiz in the Old Town. Larger artworks such as paintings and sculptures can be found at the Bokić Gallery on the riverbank or the Art Studio Gallery in the Bregovi neighborhood. Artem Gallery and a gift shop in the city center also offer works from the Association for Assistance and Support to Children and Persons with Disabilities "Sunce nam je zajedničko" (Our Sun Is Common), among other items. Trebinje has an art academy, so many artists who graduate from it stay in the city to create and work.
You'll find the most family-friendly activities in the tourist complex "Grad Sunca," which includes a playroom, Dino Park, Aqua Park, a rural setting where children can see animals, and more. Additionally, places like Bambino and Dječiji kutak organize children's activities and birthday celebrations. Most neighborhoods in the city have small playgrounds for children, and many parents enjoy relaxing with their little ones in the city park. Workshops organized by the Museum of Herzegovina are particularly engaging for children, where curators educate and entertain kids about various historical periods, customs, traditions, and more through interactive learning and play. To attend these workshops, it's necessary to contact the museum in advance.
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