Top Things to do in Melnik
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What to do and see in Melnik, Bulgaria: The Best Places and Tips
Discover the best top things to do in Melnik, Bulgaria including Rozhen Monastery, Villa Melnik Winery, Kordopulova House, The Melnik Pyramids, Shestaka Wine Cellar, Wine Gallery.
Restaurants in Melnik
1. Rozhen Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By Andrew G - Thessaloniki, Greece
This little monastery is situated 6km outside the city of Melnik, in the small city of Rozhen (which means Born). The only way to get there is by car through some really narrow roads, but it's worth it. In this small monastery, there are frescos from the 16th and 18th century, which were reserved after the several attemps to burn it. It's really interesting to see the fresco that is outside the church of the monastery which depicts the scenes for the judgement day, and it is said that it is the only one in Europe that depicts it in this way.
2. Villa Melnik Winery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 105 reviews
Villa Melnik Winery is a family-owned winery with about 75 acres of vineyards. Visit us to learn more about the journey of the wine: from the soil and the grapes, through the oenologist's hands at the production facility, and finally on the table. We offer tours of the winery and the vineyards and wine tastings daily. Nearby attractions: the Melnik sand pyramids, Kordopulova House, Rupite, Baba Vanga's church, the Rozhen Monastery, Zlatolist.We welcome visitors and wine lovers for tours and tastings - every day including weekends.
Reviewed By FInfanfun - Sao Paulo, SP
I've been to many wine tastings and it's easy to tell when the exhibitor is only working and when there's passion involved, which is this case. I highly recommend (if you like complex and strong wines) to taste their beautiful Chardonnay aged in oak barrels...MoreThank you for your inspiring post. Your feedback helps us continue and improve. The young lady's name is Eva. Indeed she loves her job and tries to pass her passion to our guests. Hope to see you soon again. Nikola Zikatanov Owner
3. Kordopulova House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
Reviewed By Kathleen K
Melnik was a little bit hard to navigate for us since all of the signs are in cyrillic letters. Luckily there were several friendly locals who told us that the view from Kordopulov house is very nice. We went to the trail on the left side of the building instead of visiting the house first to get a bird-eye view of the village.
4. The Melnik Pyramids
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By Bucketgob - Cheltenham, United Kingdom
These are easily seen from the roadside on your journey from Melnik to the Rhozen Monastery. A large number of sandstone hills cut away by the wind and rain over several centuries. We did not take in a walk due to the excessive heat on the day we visited but certainly saw what we needed to see.
5. Shestaka Wine Cellar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Lubo G - Sofia
This restaurant is in cave. It's cellar, they pretend that wine is own produced, but I'm afraid that it's not like this....but Bulgarian typical brandy - rakia is the quite nice!
They have some cheese and dry meet with wine.
The atmosphere is very authentic and timeless. Visit it, without bug expectations for the quality of wine but it's OK!
6. Wine Gallery
Overall Ratings
4 based on 10 reviews
Wine Gallery is a specialized wine shop that offers the most complete range of wines by local producers from the Melnik region. This is also the representative shop for Villa Melnik Winery. We also offer daily wine tastings and handmade wine gifts. Ask us about the best wineries and wine tours around Melnik.
Reviewed By Vili_Popova9 - Sandanski, Bulgaria
Wine Gallery is the perfect place to stop and pick up a bottle of wine. The shop is well organized and offers a wide variety of wines from the region of Melnik - both international and Bulgarian indigenous grape varieties!
Tanya is very knowledgeable about wines and has a great selection to choose from. She is also very friendly and helpful giving recommendations for local restaurants and places to visit!
