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6 Days in Sofia: Parks, Museums, and Hidden Gems

Simeon Kostov

30 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling adventure through Sofia's vibrant parks, fascinating museums, and hidden gems. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Kambanite Park and South Park on Day 1, followed by a visit to Vrana Park & Museum and Muzeiko on Day 2. Day 3 will take you to the enchanting Borisova Gradina Park and Knyazheska Garden. On Day 4, discover the Golden Bridges, Boyana Church, Doctors' Garden, and Park 'Zaimov'. Day 5 offers a chance to explore Sofia Zoo and City Garden, while Day 6 takes you to Eagles' Bridge, North Park, and West Park.

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Day 1Serenity and Nature at Kambanite Park and South Park

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$ 2

Kambanite (The Bells) Park

Forest park known for a towering, Brutalist-style monument inlaid with bells from across the world.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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South Park

Urban, dog-friendly park with walking/biking paths & rides for kids, plus fountains & bars/eateries.

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Unveiling History and Imagination at Vrana Park & Museum and Muzeiko

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$8

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$ 2

Vrana Park & Museum

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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Muzeiko

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$8

Day 3Tranquility and Beauty at Borisova Gradina Park and Knyazheska Garden

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Borisova Gradina Park

Historic forested park with gardens, benches, walking paths, sports facilities & a lake.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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Knyazheska Garden

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Ancient Marvels and Urban Oasis at Golden Bridges, Boyana Church, Doctors' Garden, and Park 'Zaimov'

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$8

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$ 4

Golden Bridges

Mountain destination noted for unique stone formations, popular for picnics & hikes.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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Boyana Church

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$8

23 - 28 min

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Doctors' Garden

City green space with a monument to fallen wartime medics & a lapidarium, plus play areas & benches.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Park "Zaimov"

Leafy city park with fountains, playgrounds & tennis courts, plus simple cafes & a theater.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Wildlife Encounters and Relaxation at Sofia Zoo and City Garden

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$8

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$ 2

Sofia Zoo

Sprawling facility with an aquarium, birds of prey & bigs cats including lions & tigers.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$8

13 - 16 min

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City Garden

Originating in 1872, this scenic park with a fountain & flowerbeds is a popular spot to play chess.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Bridges, Parks, and Scenic Delights at Eagles' Bridge, North Park, and West Park

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Eagles' Bridge

Built in 1891, this bridge crossing the Perlovska River features 4 bronze eagle sculptures.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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North Park

Wooded park with kids' play areas, lakeside paths & remains of a monumental, Communist-era sundial.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

24 - 29 min

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West Park

Sprawling, hilly park with city views from wooded trails, plus picnic spots & seasonal flower beds.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $37 In total

Activities & Food:$23

Transport:$15