The 10 Best Free Things to do in Sofia, Sofia Region

December 16, 2021 Velvet Mowry

Surrounded by sprawling parkland, Sofia, the capital and largest city of the Republic of Bulgaria, lies at the foot of popular ski mountain, Vitosha. With a history that stretches over seven millennia, ruin-rich Sofia is one of Europe's oldest cities. The National Historical Museum is one of Eastern Europe's most extensive. Wide, cobblestone boulevards, charming boutiques and truly electrifying nightlife star in this city of 1.3 million. Trolleys, trams and buses traverse the dynamic city.
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1. St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral

Aleksander Nevski Square, Sofia Bulgaria +359 2 988 1704 http://www.sofia-guide.com/attraction/alexander-nevsky-crypt-icon-museum/
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St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral

Completed in 1912, St. Alexander Nevsky Patriarchal Cathedral Stauropigial Memorial-Church is an impressive landmark in Sofia. The church was built as a memorial to the 200,000 Russian soldiers who died in the Russo-Turkish Liberation War (1877-1878).

Reviewed By loukiap550 - Nicosia, Cyprus

A Bulgarian Orthodox cathedral in Sofia (Bg). Built in Neo-Byzantine style, it serves as the cathedral church of the Patriarch of Bulgaria and it is one of the largest Christian church buildings, as well as one of Sofia's symbols and primary tourist attractions. There is a museum of Bulgarian icons inside the cathedral crypt, part of the National Art Gallery.

2. Catedral de Sveta-Nedelya

pl.Sveta Nedelya, Sofia 1000 Bulgaria +359 2 987 5748 http://www.sveta-nedelia.org/index.php/bg
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Catedral de Sveta-Nedelya

3. Vitosha Mountain

Sofia Bulgaria http://park-vitosha.org
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Vitosha Mountain

Reviewed By Sharpehunter - Island of Malta, Malta

When you arrive in Sofia your attention is immediately drawn to the Mount Vitosha range which stands tall in the backdrop. Beautiful snow-capped mountains fringed by lush green mixed woodland and forest draws you in immediately. Easily accessible by car, buses and trams, you can even jump the various chairlifts to get higher up the range. My favourite starting point for any hike in Vitosha is Boyana Church. From here there is a myriad of routes to choose of varying difficulty all clearly marked. Take your pick from The Golden Bridges, Boyana Lake and Boyana Waterfall, or just choose a path that looks good, hit the trail and go with the flow. Advisable to wear good walking shoes, the terrain is very diverse and changeable and varies from easy-going paths to steep rocky (and slippy) climbs. Always take plenty of water, make sure you have some food. There are lots of mountain huts that serve great traditional Bulgarian food, beers, wines and soft drinks, but you have to get to them first. Fabulous days out, I still haven't done the actual Black Peak yet, but it's on the agenda.

4. Saint Nikolas Russian Church (Tsurkva Sveta Nikolai)

3 Tsar Osvobotiel blvd At the intersection of Rakovska and Tsar Osvoboditel Streets, Sofia Bulgaria +359 2 986 2715 http://www.emporis.com/buildings/218851/saint-nicholas-russian-church-sofia-bulgaria
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Saint Nikolas Russian Church (Tsurkva Sveta Nikolai)

5. The Rotunda Church of St George

Bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2, Sofia 1000 Bulgaria http://www.svgeorgi-rotonda.com/index.php
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The Rotunda Church of St George

Built in the 4th century, this is the oldest building in Sofia.

Reviewed By MumbaiRiders - Mumbai, India

" St George Church(Rotunda Church)"is a red brick rotunda edifice . This Church is the oldest building in Bulgaria and also in Europe situated within the excavated ruins of the ancient Roman city of Serdika..The building is famous for the 12th-, 13th- and 14th-century frescoes inside the central dome. The Church is situated in close proximity to the Presidency building.

6. Saint Sofia Church

ul.Parizh 2, Sofia Bulgaria http://www.pravmladeji.org/svsofia/index.html
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Saint Sofia Church

Reviewed By charlielG9293DR

This church has an amazing history and is built on an old Roman necropolis. It is well worth taking the time to watch the video of the history of the church in order to really appreciate it and to have a wander among the ancient tombs underneath.

7. Boyana Waterfall

Boyana Lake, Sofia Bulgaria http://www.bulgariaguide.net
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Boyana Waterfall

From Boyana neighborhood and Boyana church go up in the mountain using the marked green path - about 2 hours or steep ascent along the river for an hour and half. Ask or go with someone local or join the daily tours of Sofia Green Tour

Reviewed By Jolanda1997

We hiked up to the Boyana Waterfall on our first day in Sofia. The whole trail is within the forest and full of shades. You aren't really bothered with the sun there. We had a bit of trouble finding the start of the trail, as we tried to find the start of the green route. We ended up walking with some people to the left after entering, but that is not the correct way. For Green (easy) just walk straight ahead once you passed the sign on the front. The hike up took about 2 hours, and down about an hour and a half. There are plenty of small rocks so make sure to wear comfy shoes for walking. The easiest way to get to the starting point is to take a cab to the Boyana Church, which costs around 8-10 leva (be aware of "fake" taxis, though. Some try to rip you off with high prices.)

8. Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church

Graf Ignatiev Str. 25th, Sofia Bulgaria +359 2 987 8023 [email protected] http://www.svsedmochislenitsi.com
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Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church

9. Dragalevtsi Monastery

Dragalevtsi, Sofia Bulgaria http://www.bulgariamonasteries.com/en/dragalevtsi_monastery.html
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Dragalevtsi Monastery

Reviewed By yoanazaharieva - Sofia, Bulgaria

It is very beautiful during winter time when the whole building is hidden in the snow. Moreover the sacredess of the place is easily felt once you enter the doors. If you hike the mountain, it is great place to stop by and explore.

10. Borisova Gradina

Metro National Stadium Vasil Levski, Sofia Bulgaria
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Borisova Gradina

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