Sofia

Culture4.8/5

Patriarchal Cathedral St. Alexander Nevsky

This Sofia cathedral rises under gold-plated domes, its green roof and striped stone facade filling the square. Inside, icons and murals cover the walls beneath a vast central dome.

Landmark4.7/5

Vitosha

Vitosha rises above Sofia, and its slopes quickly turn to forest. You can follow trails toward Cherni Vrah or walk among the Stone River’s huge rounded boulders. They look like a river frozen in place.

Culture4.6/5

National Museum of History

Sofia's National History Museum follows Bulgarian history from prehistory to modern times. A Cold War exhibit maps attempts to flee west.

Landmark4.2/5

The Sofia Zoo

This Sofia zoo spreads across grounds that feel like a walk in a park. Some buildings are notably old.

Landmark4/5

Central Market Hall of Sofia

Supermarket with groceries, household goods, bread and snacks.

Culture4.5/5

Boyana Church

Get ready to step into a fairytale at Boyana Church! Nestled in the enchanting suburb of Bojana, Sofia, this UNESCO World Heritage Site will have you oohing and aahing. With its 13th-century frescoes depicting biblical scenes, you'll feel like you're walking through a vibrant history book. Don't forget to snap a selfie amidst the lush greenery outside, creating memories that will make your friends green with envy!

Culture4.4/5

Regional History Museum of Sofia

Former central mineral bathhouse now holds this city-history museum, with rooms tracing Sofia through different eras. A horse-drawn carriage stands among the exhibits.

Landmark4.8/5

Ivan Vazov National Theater

A neoclassical facade with gold details fronts this theater, Bulgaria’s oldest, in Sofia’s City Garden. Fountains run outside, while chess players settle at the garden tables.

Transport3.9/5

Sofia

Train station with English-language ticket machines and luggage storage.

Shop4.2/5

Mall of Sofia

Sofia mall with shops, restaurants, a food court, a cinema and a small kids’ playroom.

Culture4.6/5

Sofia Church of St. George

A red-brick rotunda stands among Roman ruins at this fourth-century church, Sofia's oldest surviving building. Inside, medieval frescoes line the walls beneath its low dome, bringing color to the compact interior.

Landmark4.6/5

South Park

Sofia's spacious park pairs open lawns with wooded paths for walking and running. Ducks paddle across its ponds.

Landmark4.4/5

Eagles' Bridge

This Sofia bridge crosses a small stream, with four bronze eagles perched on its stone piers. Their wings spread over the busy intersection.

Landmark4.7/5

Monument of the Unknown Soldier

This Sofia monument honors Bulgaria’s unknown soldiers with a stone sarcophagus. An eternal flame burns beside it, with stone lions at either end.

Cafe$$$4.6/5

Coffee Syndicate

Specialty coffee café on Sofia’s yellow cobblestones, with drinks, lemonades and éclairs. Stickers cover the walls, and there’s seating upstairs.

Eat$$$4.5/5

TYLER'S

This bao restaurant serves steamed buns filled with chicken, beef, or bulgur. Inside, one table makes it mostly a takeout counter.

Culture4.4/5

The National Art Gallery

Royal-palace rooms hold Bulgarian and foreign paintings in this Sofia art gallery, with labels in Bulgarian and English. The ballroom is especially ornate.

Culture4.6/5

Ancient Serdica Cultural Complex

Roman ruins spread beneath Sofia’s modern streets at this ancient complex. The metro station was built around them, and people pass the old walls on their way through the city.

Culture4.6/5

National Archeological Museum of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences

This Sofia archaeology museum fills a former mosque with finds spanning prehistory to the 17th century. Original paintings survive in its domes.

Eat$$$$4.3/5

Dark Sister by Made in Home

This Sofia restaurant serves fish and meatballs, with traditional dishes on the menu. Staff explain the options as you choose.

Stay$$$$4.45/5

Grand Hotel Sofia

Set a 5-minute walk from the Serdika underground railway station, the 5-star Grand Hotel Sofia is located right in the heart of Sofia, overlooking the City Garden. It offers large rooms, free Wi-Fi, paid indoor and street parking. The National Theatre, the Bulgarian National bank and all government institutions are just a few steps away from the Grand Hotel Sofia. The closest metro station is a 5-minute walk away. The hotel interior benefits from a unique collection of over 400 original oil paintings. All rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with Smart TV. Private bathrooms come with a shower and a bath, as well as a hairdryer, free toiletries, bathrobes and slippers. The Shades of Red gourmet restaurant overlooks the City Garden and offers a wide selection of delights from the international and local cuisine. The hotel also provides a private lounge area. The Grand Café with open-air terrace is the ideal venue to enjoy a leisurely cup of coffee, a drink to quench a thirst, or the delights of an extensive pastry menu. With its lush green plants and elegant décor, the terrace provides a magnificent setting for relaxing or enjoying afternoon coffee while watching the world go by. At Grand Hotel Sofia guests can also benefit from using a fitness centre, a health centre and a hairstyle studio. A lobby bar, room service, laundry and dry cleaning are also available. Sofia Airport is located 11 km away and the hotel offers a 24-hour airport shuttle service upon request and at a surcharge.

Stay$$$$4.3/5

Sofia Balkan Palace

Enjoying a privileged location in the heart of Sofia, next to Serdika Underground Station, the exclusive Sofia Balkan Palace, includes Bar Basilica and Restaurant Labels. The Sofia Balkan Palace hotell provides various dining options, a health club, a 24-hour business centre, and various shops. You also enjoy free WiFi access in the lobby and in the rooms. Sofia Airport and the Mladost Business Park are 10 km from this Luxury Collection Hotel. The Mall and the Armeec Arena are 6 km away.

Stay$$$$4.55/5

Crystal Palace Boutique Hotel

The Crystal Palace Boutique Hotel is situated in Sofia, 400 metres from St. Kliment Ohridski Metro Station and 10 km from Sofia Airport. It offers views to Mount Vitosha and features a wellness center. Access to the gym is free of charge. The stylish restaurant serves classical gourmet dishes with a Mediterranean touch, complemented by fine wines. The menu can be adjusted to special dietary needs. On warm evenings guests can enjoy the garden terrace of the restaurant. The Crystal Palace offers shuttle bus services which are available upon request and charges apply. The Serdika Mall is 1.3 km away, while Sofia's city centre is 1.5 km away.

Stay$$$$4.5/5

Sense Hotel Sofia

Opened in 2013, the 5-star Sense Hotel Sofia, a Member of Design Hotels, enjoys a prime location on Tsar Osvoboditel Boulevard, a few steps from the Parliament. It comprises an exclusive Wellness area with indoor stainless steel pool, a panoramic rooftop bar and a stylish restaurant serving selected Mediterranean fusion cuisine. Boasting large floor-to-ceiling windows, Hotel Sense’s accommodation features a 42' LCD TV with web browser, an iPod docking station as well as individually controlled air conditioning and light. Free Molton Brown’s cosmetics can be found in the modern bathrooms. Most of the units are overlooking the nearby Alexander Nevski Cathedral. Work out in the fitness centre, equipped with extensive Technogym facilities, or pamper yourself to a massage after an active day. Aqua gym with a professional trainer is available free of charge and upon request and availability during weekdays. Concierge services are offered at the reception, and a business corner is also available. The lobby is a good place to meet your friends or business partners at an exquisite drink or a cup of coffee. At the lobby you can also find a Modern Art Gallery. Various trendy bars, cafés and restaurants in the vicinity tempt you to venture out and feel the contemporary pulse of the city. All major attractions and institutions of Sofia are within short walking distance. Free high-speed WiFi is provided on the premises. Metro Station Sofia University is 400 metres away, offering convenient connections throughout the city. Business Park Sofia is 11 km from the hotel.

Stay$$$4.05/5

Central Hotel Sofia

Central Club Hotel is located in the centre of Sofia, next to the Central Mineral Bath and a 1-minute walk from the Central Market Hall and a 5-minute walk from Nezavisimost Square and the Presidency Building. There is 24h reception desk. Free WiFi is available in all areas. The hotel has a relax area with steam bath and a hot tub. Every room has a flat-screen TV with cable channels, air conditioning and a desk. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms offer bathtub, and some have balconies. The Lions Bridge is a 4-minute walk away, and the Central Train and Bus Station can be reached on foot in 10 minutes. On-site private parking is available at an additional cost.

Stay$$$$4.05/5

Hotel Downtown

Hotel Downtown is located within walking distance to major institutions and tourist attractions of Sofia, close to the National Palace of Culture and the Vasil Levski National Stadium. The comfortable, spacious and elegantly appointed rooms and suites provide high speed wireless internet access, soundproofed windows, SAT and Pay TV. Both buffet and a la carte breakfast types can be provided. The restaurant at Hotel Downtown offers its guests a discount in the main menu and serves a wide selection of dishes accompanied by Bulgarian as well as imported wines. Small parties, wedding receptions and cocktails can be held at the restaurant. The lobby bar boasts a unique single malt whisky collection, cognacs and cigars, exotic cocktails, drinks and pastries in a cosy ambience. Hotel Downtown can be easily reached by public transport, taxi or private cars. The nearest metro station (Stadion Vasil Levski) is 200 metres away. An air-conditioned minibus and a car for transfers from/to the Sofia Airport can be booked against additional charge. In our a la carte restaurant, refined taste meets classic atmosphere. Enjoy a 3-course menu with exquisite culinary specialties selected by our chef. Reserve your dinner in advance with a message to us and an additional payment of 20.00 euros at the reception.

Stay$$$3.7/5

Hotel Anel

Hotel "St. Sofia" **** is located on one of the most famous shopping streets, in the ideal center of Sofia and close to all administrative, governmental and banking institutions, as well as to all tourist attractions, landmarks, shopping centers, restaurants, cafes and nightclubs. The hotel is located in a very communicative place and is close to Serdika Metro Station is the central part of the city. Here you will find an incredible combination of architectural style from the end of the 19th century, with modern and cozy interior of the hotel rooms and a spacious lobby the perfect place for relaxation with free for hotel guests Wireless Internet. The hotel is convenient for your business customers and travel, as well as for getting acquainted with the cultural and historical heritage of the capital of Bulgaria. In the immediate vicinity there are many museums, churches, ancient excavations. With us you will receive the best service with individual attitude to each guest, according to his wishes and requirements.