Location: Sofia
Top Things to do in Sofia
- 1. Vitosha Mountain
- 2. Cathedral Saint Alexandar Nevski
- 3. Ivan Vazov National Theater
- 4. Saint Nikolas Russian Church (Tsurkva Sveta Nikolai)
- 5. National Institute of Archaeology with Museum
- 6. Saint Nedelja Church
- 7. National Museum of Military History
- 8. Boyana Church
- 9. The Rotunda of St George (Sveti Georgi)
- 10. Saint Sofia Church
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What to do and see in Sofia, Bulgaria: The Best Places and Tips
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. Vitosha Mountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 925 reviews
Reviewed By John L
The skift is an adventure; at the top it was crowded with schoolkids overpopulating the very sober self service restaurants. We did go back linea recta
2. Cathedral Saint Alexandar Nevski
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
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).
3. Ivan Vazov National Theater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 256 reviews
Reviewed By kathryndob - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Great place to visit on a Saturday afternoon. A beautiful building with various points of architectural interest. Understand it had the world's first revolving stage. Lots of bars/restaurants. Lovely square with Fountains - probably why we saw two brides and grooms having phototgraphs.
4. Saint Nikolas Russian Church (Tsurkva Sveta Nikolai)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By JnVSydney - Sydney
First impressions were WOW, like something out of a fairytale. The interior is quite dark and gloomy, however the ceiling is decorated with beautiful orthodox angels. Defiinetly a must see and visit when in Sofia.
5. National Institute of Archaeology with Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 452 reviews
The National Institute of Archaeology with Museum at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences covers the complete study of the culture of tribes and peoples who have occupied present day Bulgaria from the remote past until the 18th century. The Museum of Archaeology hosts the most numerous collections in Bulgaria and its Exhibitions reveal it as one of the most important centers in the country for promotion of the cultural heritage of present day Bulgaria. NIAM-BAS was established in 1949 as a follower and successor of the Department of Valuables - part of the Library established in Sofia in 1879 and reformed into a National Museum in 1892 - and the Bulgarian Institute of Archaeology (1921), which was the first academic institute in Bulgaria.
Reviewed By leo1492 - New York City, New York
This museum is located in a former mosque and is centrally located. Don't miss it. It is incredible. Bulgaria has a very old and varied history so you will be totally amazed to see things from prehistoric man to the Greeks, Romans, Arabs and many other civilizations which settled in Bulgaria. The most amazing exhibit (ends January 28,2018) was the gold and bronze show. Bulgaria has the oldest gold mine in the world and they learned to make spectacular gold objects long before other civilizations. The objects are incredible. There is also an explanation of copper mining and minerals which were used to make instruments and weapons.
6. Saint Nedelja Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 399 reviews
Reviewed By Kostyantyn_V
Beautiful church with tragic history (many people were killed there during a terrorist attack in 1925). It literally cannot be missed, as it's situated in the very centre of the city, close to many historical attractions and buildings.
7. National Museum of Military History
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4.5 based on 209 reviews
Reviewed By travelpassion - Belfast, United Kingdom
It was supposed to be open and was difficult to get to, involving metro and trams but on arrival there was a sign outside stating that it was closed from 9 Aug to 6 Sep 17 and my last day was 5 Sep! There were a lot of planes and vehicles on display outside, which helped but still very disappointed not to get in.
8. Boyana Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Located at the foot of Mt. Vitosha, Bojana Church is about 900 years old. The church houses the National Museum, which focuses on regional history, art and cultural artifacts.
Reviewed By Bruno V
I went to see this church as it belongs to the UNESCO world cultural heritage. But we planed to go there with a taxi and we agreed on 1 hours, same taxi waiting for us (you need a taxi or bus, as the church is like 6 km from the actual center). BUT you visit the church and the landscape in the propriety, in maximum 20 minutes, and trust me, we really extent the stay. the entrance costs 10 LV which is 5€ and you are allowed to spend there 10 minutes. It is worth it to go there once and see this paintings, even if I think that 5€ is expensive, but we pay them to keep this place alive.
9. The Rotunda of St George (Sveti Georgi)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Built in the 4th century, this is the oldest building in Sofia.
Reviewed By JnVSydney - Sydney
We are fortunate this church is even still standing, during the soviet era, huge buildings were built around it to hide it, then the hierarchy, wanted to demolish it, for a carpark, thankfully that didn't happened, As told by our guide during the free walking tour, so worth a visit.
10. Saint Sofia Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 695 reviews
Reviewed By global-traveller48 - London, United Kingdom
From the outside this looks like a very plain church that you probably wouldn't bother entering. It looks very modern, but Don't be deceived - even the exterior bricks are old.
The interior is a usual Orthodox arrangement, but that is mot why you should visit. Find the stairs to go Into the crypt and, yes, do pay to explore. Very cheap! We are 'oldies' and paid 2lev each.
Wander around amongst 3rd and 4th century tombs, lots of them. Obviously the contents have been moved elsewhere.
Do not miss this! If you only have time for this or Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, then choose this. Much more intresting
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