Sofia attractions

On this tour from Sofia, you'll visit two of Bulgaria's UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Your tour will start at Rila Monastery in the picturesque Rila Mountains. You'll have a tour of the ornately decorated buildings and learn about the historical and present importance of the site in Bulgaria. After this, you'll visit Boyana Church, where you'll see buildings that date from the tenth century and colorful frescoes from the 13th century.

The guide will meet you near the National Theater Ivan Vazov. You will visit more than 20 attractions and cultural monuments of Sofia. For convenience and good audibility of the excursion, you will be given audio guides and headphones. You will move comfortably, enter the temples, take photographs, and all this will allow you not to stand next to the guide. The tour will end at the Presidency, where you will be able to video and film the changing of the presidential guard. With us you will see the sights of Sofia freely, in your own language, and at your own pace!

Join an 8.5–10 hour guided group tour to two UNESCO sites – Rila Monastery and Boyana Church. Enjoy a 40-minute tour at Rila Monastery, followed by 2.5 hours of free time for photos, museums, shopping, or lunch. At Boyana Church, admire its stunning 800-year-old frescoes with a brief guided visit. Note: Women must cover shoulders and knees in the monastery. Tip: On busy summer weekends, bring lunch from Sofia to save time. *Boyana Church is closed on Jan 1, Orthodox Easter Sunday, and Dec 24–25. On these dates, the tour visits only Rila Monastery. This tour offers a perfect mix of cultural heritage, scenic mountain landscapes, and insightful storytelling from your professional English-speaking guide. Transport is provided by a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, and the group size allows for a more personal experience. Ideal for history lovers and nature enthusiasts alike!

This full-day tour will take you from Sofia to Plovdiv, one of the world’s most ancient cities. You’ll get the opportunity to gain insights into Plovdiv’s centuries-old history and explore famous attractions. After a two-hour drive from Bulgaria’s capital, you’ll reach Plovdiv. You’ll be able to join a 2.5-hour walking tour through the Old Town, where you’ll discover Bulgarian Renaissance architecture, the Roman Theater of Philippopolis, the Regional Ethnographic Museum and other landmarks. You’ll then have around 1.5 hours to wander around Plovdiv on your own, taking in the central sights and trying the local cuisine. You can choose to visit the trendy Kapana neighborhood and taste Bulgarian wines. As the tour ends, you’ll take a bus ride back to Sofia.

Bulgaria’s capital has layers of captivating history, from ancient Roman foundations to echoes of its days under Communist rule. On this walking tour around Sofia’s vibrant streets, you’ll gain local insights into the city’s rich history and take in cultural landmarks from the fresh perspective of a newly immersed expat. On this tour, you'll see not only point out the obvious landmarks but also hear candid stories and wander off the beaten path, offering you an authentic look at life in Bulgaria. Along the way, you’ll hear about the most horrendous massacre in Bulgarian history and the cultural bracelets shared among friends. Whether you’re revisiting Sofia or exploring it for the first time, this tour offers a thorough and intimate view of the city’s past, present, and all the layers in between. This tour takes approximately 90 minutes without stopping. Allocate two hours in case you expect to pause and explore more.

Enjoy a Memorable Day Trip to Plovdiv – Europe’s Oldest Living City! Join us for an unforgettable journey to Plovdiv, the oldest continuously inhabited settlement in Europe. Nestled among picturesque hills, this vibrant city offers a rich blend of history, culture, and charm. Stroll along the longest pedestrian street in Europe, explore the beautifully preserved Revival-era Old Town, and marvel at the impressive Roman Theater. Your local guide will bring the city’s fascinating history to life during a 2-hour guided tour, followed by 2 hours of free time to discover Plovdiv at your own pace. Total tour duration: 8.5 to 10 hours. A perfect day trip filled with culture, sights, and unforgettable experiences!

On this walking tour, you’ll get an insight into what life was like behind the Iron Curtain in Sofia. You’ll explore the home of the Bulgarian Communist Party, the Monument to the Soviet Army and the National Palace of Culture while your guide explains the communist ideology and tells you about the daily lives of Bulgarians during the Cold War.

Under the dome of the northern wing of Sofia University is situated a museum that throws light into the darkness of the distant geological ages. The Museum houses in its collection and exposition more than 200,000 fossil specimens, rock samples, and geological maps of Bulgaria and the neighboring territories. The central place, directly opposite the entrance, is assigned to the pride of paleontologists - the restored skeleton of the genus Deinotherium (Deinotherium thraciensis Nikolov). The imposing skeleton (7 m long and 4.20 m high), is built of authentically preserved bones (more than 90%). After payment, a link with access to audio files will be sent to your email. On the day you choose to visit the museum, the link will become active and will be valid for 24 hours. You will listen to audio recordings through your phone. You will need mobile internet. Traffic consumption is minimal The audio guide instantly opens, no downloads or apps!

A whole-day guided trek to the Rila Mountains with its top best locations - the Rila Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the 7 Rila Lakes. Experience the two most visited tourist sights in Bulgaria in just one day. Combine great hiking with a full of history visit to the biggest and most important cloister in the country.

Let yourself be guided by curiosity. Uncover a different side of Sofia at the Museum of Illusions — a playful and thought-provoking space where science, art, and perception collide. Step into rooms that challenge your senses and make you see the world in a whole new way. - Mind-twisting exhibits for all ages. - Hands-on fun that blends education and entertainment. - Plenty of must-share photo opportunities. - Our friendly staff is always ready to guide and inspire. - Instant mobile booking for smooth, hassle-free entry.

This is the only pub crawl in Sofia that runs every single night and people from all over the world can meet and talk to each other, while having fun visiting 5 different and unique nightlife venues in Sofia. During the week we go to the more hidden places, where you will learn the history to some of the bars. During the weekend we visit some bigger places where you can have some fun and dance. Socialites can escape the beaten path, make new friends, and discover a new side of Sofia on this pub crawl that focuses on the city’s hidden bars. Exploring the nightlife of Sofia at a civilised pace, with no drinking games or rowdiness, learn about Bulgarian history as you discover four bars and finally a club. Tour includes free drinks and free entry to the club.

Spend a day exploring the 7 Rila Lakes on this group hiking tour from Sofia. Accompanied by expert mountain guides, travel from the Bulgarian capital Sofia, to the Rila Mountains - Bulgaria's highest range. Be wowed by sweeping mountain panoramas during a 30-minute chairlift ride, and then set off on foot to explore the lakes. Enjoy personalized attention from our professional mountain guides (if you have selected the guided option). Depending on the group's tempo, all lakes may be visited. IMPORTANT: This tour has variations which depend on the season and whether the lift is operating or not. Please read carefully the description of the option that you are selecting. When the lift is closed for maintenance, the hiking tour is prolonged with 2 hours and the difficulty is high, requiring a good fitness level! During the winter and springtime, the lakes are NOT visible and will NOT be experienced as they are covered in snow.

This day tour perfectly combines history, culture, and nature experiences. Enjoy a comfortable ride through the beautiful green countryside as you head toward the majestic Rila Mountains. Discover Bulgaria’s most famous UNESCO site, the Rila Monastery, with a guided or audio-guided tour. Afterward, take a relaxing walk through the woods to reach the Cave of Saint Ivan. You will also have free time to explore the monastery on your own before we drive back to Sofia.

The healing powers of Bulgaria's mineral springs, close to the only Gaiser on the Balkans within a day from Sofia and water heated by the Earth's core, popping out to 103 above ground. Rila Monastery is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria.

Discover one of the Bulgaria’s UNESCO World Heritage gems on this day trip from Sofia. Traveling by minibus, admire rural Bulgaria on route to the Rila Monastery in the pine-carpeted Rila Mountains. Take a guided tour of the medieval treasure with its fresco-coated church, and visit its fascinating museum. Then, spend some time to explore independently. Entrance fees not included. The tour offers 3 different options: 1. The guided tour option is with an English-speaking live guide. 2. Tour with an an audio guide in Spanish, Italian, German, Russian or English. 3. Transport only (that option might not be bookable for some dates).

Discover the best graffiti in Sofia at your own pace. The graffiti of the location is really amazing, but most pedestrians pass by without noticing these hidden places. But it is in these places that you can take great photos that will impress your friends. You won't need a guide or a photographer to discover unusual, sometimes hidden and interesting locations. It is enough to have our guide (pdf) to guide you and give information about each object. You will receive a list with the exact locations where the graffiti is located. For convenience, you will have two options: 1. Link to the entire route created in Google Maps 2. PDF file with description, photographs and graffiti locations. You can start the tour from a location close to you and create your own convenient route.