Sofia Attractions

Top Things to Do in Sofia, Bulgaria

Things to Do in Sofia


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Top Attractions in Sofia

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  • grofdalmatinski
    Rijeka, Croatia783 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles

    Patriarchal cathedral of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church in Sofia. Church monument of Saint Alexander Nevsky. It was built in 1908 and dedicated to Saint Alexander Nevsky and the Russian soldiers who died in the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-1878 in honor of the liberation from the Turks after which Bulgaria gained statehood from the Ottoman Empire, but not full independence
    Written 16 March 2024
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  • Rachel
    Liverpool, UK14 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lots of food and drink options that were super cheap! Only thing I could never get over was all the enclosed boxes for restaurants that were filled with people smoking, avoided them at all costs. To avoid this I just kept to the actual indoor restaurants.
    Written 12 February 2024
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  • Harrison F. Carter
    Cologne, Germany10,853 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautifully maintained and lovely to wander around the outside of... Especially in the evening sunlight with the colours...
    Written 31 May 2023
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  • Adventure Diva
    Manchester, CT2,167 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    After exploring the great city of Sofia, I needed to be outside in nature. Twenty minutes by car later, I enjoyed walking at the base. An extra plus was visiting during Spring where everything was lush and vibrant. My escape was a nice break from the capital.
    Written 6 January 2024
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  • dgjohansson
    Ronneby, Sweden1,602 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This little church is hidden away behind the presidential palace and is easy to walk by when you are in the area. Good for a few minutes to look at mainly because of the strange setting
    Written 2 January 2024
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  • Росица А
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very fun and nice place. Girls and boys from the staff make the experience even more complete. I prefer the guests of the city not to pass by, in a convenient location, different experience and cute young people for splendor!
    Written 6 February 2024
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  • dgjohansson
    Ronneby, Sweden1,602 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It is a very small building with an even smaller area of interest. Maximum 10 persons at the time are allowed and there is a no photo policy inside. IT is still a very nice visit just to be able to see this very, very old frescoes. This place was inscibed already 1979 which make it one of the oldest World Heritage Sites proclaimed.
    Written 1 January 2024
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  • grofdalmatinski
    Rijeka, Croatia783 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Saint Nedjelja Cathedral is an Eastern Orthodox cathedral in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, the cathedral of the Sofia Diocese of the Bulgarian Patriarchate and their tomb. The Church of Saint Nedjelja dates back to the 10th century, and was the city's cathedral from the 18th century. It was damaged several times during violent wars, but as a symbol of the Bulgarian church, it was regularly restored.
    Written 17 March 2024
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  • raybyerley
    Mandeville, LA3,584 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was our next stop after the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
    We also went underground through the catacombs / necropolis.
    One picture outside, one of altar area, and one of the catacomb are attached.

    It was all very interesting and historic.
    Written 7 October 2023
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  • Paul
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    An excellent museum in the heart of Sofia. Incredible history. Nicely displayed artifacts. There is a lot going on here, but you never feel overwhelmed. I highly recommend the place if you like ancient history.
    Written 8 January 2024
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  • CATTSAR
    Provincetown, MA22,298 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Founded in 1904 and opening in 1907, this is the oldest and most respected theater in Bulgaria. It is located in the city center and across from City Garden. Unfortunately, I did not get to see any of the performances or even get inside. However, the grounds are impressive and there are several billboards advertising the performances, the building, done in Neo Classical style, itself is worth viewing. This is an easy and convenient stop on the way to City Garden.
    Written 3 June 2023
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  • Onur Yıldız
    Sofia, Bulgaria16 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I’ve visited by myself but it could be with the family as well. You can see lots of artifacts of Bulgarian history not only pre historical times, medieval ext. I didn’t see many things about ottoman time and communist time. If you are interested in gold, silver and jewelry you must visit…
    Written 16 July 2023
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