Things to do in Sofia

Explore Bulgaria's UNESCO World Heritage on a tour from Sofia. Visit the Rila Monastery and get breathtaking views of the mountains then explore the frescoes at the Boyana Church (if option selected).

Discover 2 UNESCO World Heritage Listed religious sites on a day trip from Sofia. Choose to have a guided tour or explore the Rila Monastery on your own before admiring the frescoes of Boyana Church.

Explore the most famous natural and cultural sites of Bulgaria on a self-guided trip to the 7 Rila Lakes and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Rila Monastery in Rila National Park.

Admire rural Bulgaria en route to the Rila Monastery, one of Bulgaria’s UNESCO World Heritage gems, on a day trip from Sofia. Visit the cave of St Ivan of Rila, one of Bulgaria's most sacred places.

Enjoy this exhilarating hike into the mountains near Sofia, and discover the picturesque Seven Rila Lakes. After a 90 minute drive to Panichishte, begin your trek and see why these glacial lakes are known as the Blue Pearls of the Rila Mountains.

Venture to some of Sofia’s unique hidden bars with a local guide and enjoy free beers or wines and shots. Meet other travelers and share facinating stories about traveling.

Travel by van from Sofia to visit Plovdiv, the oldest town in Europe, on a fascinating day trip. Take in historic landmarks dating from the Roman, Byzantine, Bulgarian, and Ottoman periods.

During this full-day tour from Sofia, visit the capital of Macedonia, the city of Skopje. Explore both in the old and the new parts of the city, enjoying the beauty and learning the city's history.

Find out what it was like on the eastern side of the Iron Curtain in Sofia by joining our Communist tour. Discover a 45-year-long period compressed into an informative 3-hour walk as you learn about the factors that led to communism and its aftermath.

Taste 5 wine varieties of local grapes unique to Bulgaria during a tasting in the heart of Sofia. Enjoy wines like Sampl Rikat, Melnik, Mavrud, and Pamid paired with local cheeses and bread.

Discover the Roman history of Plovdiv's old town on a day trip from Sofia. Visit ancient sights and architectural treasures to learn what makes this city such a popular destination.

A day tour to Serbia from Sofia to better understand the Balkans in all their complexity, history and colorful mixture of cultures and habits.

Take your taste buds on an adventure as you explore the mouthwatering wines and cheeses of Bulgaria with this guided tasting experience in the city center of Sofia.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Sofia on a day tour to Lovech, Devetàshka cave, and Krushuna Falls. You will explore with a professional guide, providing intimate insight into the rural region’s landscape, history, and culture.

Discover the cities of Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa on this full-day tour from Sofia. The amusing mixture of traditions, culture, and architectural masterpieces are a must-see for every culture-hungry traveler.

Enjoy a full-day excursion live or local guide from Sofia to Plovdiv, the second-largest city and Capital of Culture 2019, with its numerous artists. Also see Asen's Fortress, built in medieval times.

Walking tour of the city of Sofia available in 7 languages. Every day we organize a sightseeing tour of Sofia. Join us to see more than 20 city attractions

Explore the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery and enjoy the Bulgarian cultural capital of Plovdiv on a self-guided day trip from Sofia with roundtrip transportation and a local host.

Take a trip to see the Belogradchik Rocks, sandstone formations spread across the Balkan Mountains, on a full-day trip from Sofia. In 2009, these red and yellow conglomerate rock formations were nominated in the campaign for the New 7 Wonders of Nature.

Visit Plovdiv, the oldest city in Europe, and the amazing sites of Bahckovo monastery and Asen's fortress on a guided tour from Sofia. Learn about Bulgaria's history and culture with your guide.

Combine the best of history and nature with this day trip from Sofia to the the Rila Monastery and the holy cave of Saint John. Choose from a self-guided option or an option with a local guide.

Discover unusual graffiti locations in Sofia by following the clues and route on your phone. You will receive locations of secret streets in the art district and buildings with impressive architecture

Explore the culture of Bulgaria with the art of dance. Learn a folklore dance. Find interesting information and insights on the customs. You will take a photo in a traditional dance costume(garb).

Visit Rila Monastery, the sanctuary of Balkan culture, religion, and spirit in Rila National Park. Head to Sapareva Banya to take some time and relax at the thermal baths and spa.