Sofia Unveiled: A 5-Day Adventure

dario catania

26 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through Sofia, where ancient wonders meet modern marvels. Discover hidden gems, immerse yourself in art and culture, and experience the vibrant energy of this captivating city.

Trip to Sofia

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Socialist Art and Nature's Secrets

$24

$ 22

Best Western Plus Bristol Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Landscaped gardens with tours of trees, shrubs & plants, plus the private home of Bulgarian royalty.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$24

Day 2Divine Beauty and Playful Learning

$40

$ 29

Best Western Plus Bristol Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 6 min

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Church of St. Nicholas the Miracle-Maker

1914 Russian Orthodox church featuring a colorful tiled exterior & gilded onion domes.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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$10

15 - 18 min

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Children's museum featuring interactive science-related exhibits, a cafe & a gift shop.

9:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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$30

15 - 18 min

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Iconic building hosting concerts, plays, exhibitions & other events in a huge, art-filled space.

11:45 AM - 1:45 PM

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Free

Day 3Immersed in Art and History

$60

Best Western Plus Bristol Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 20 min

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Cozy art gallery featuring permanent & changing exhibits of modern Bulgarian & world art.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$20

9 - 14 min

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Iconic Bulgarian Orthodox church with Neo-Byzantine architecture & an underground museum.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Archaeology museum with old treasures from antiquity, medieval objects & ancient cave drawings.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$40

Day 4Majestic Palaces and Technological Wonders

$120

$ 22

Best Western Plus Bristol Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 5 min

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National museum for Bulgarian artworks from the Middle Ages to the present, in former royal palace.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$50

11 - 14 min

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Military museum, established in 1916, with collections of weapons, uniforms, medals & documents.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$40

14 - 17 min

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Compact technology museum with exhibits devoted to vintage cars, communication equipment & more.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$30

Day 5Theatrical Delights and Timeless Heritage

$120

$ 29

Best Western Plus Bristol Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Grand opera house & local landmark opened in 1953, hosting global opera & ballet stars.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$50

20 - 24 min

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Medieval church known for an interior covered in frescos dating from the late 900s.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$30

8 - 10 min

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Over 650,000 items show Bulgaria's history from prehistoric times to the more recent communist past.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$40

Budget breakdown: $464 In total

Activities & Food:$364

Transport:$100