City guide · Bulgaria

Sofia

Bulgaria's vibrant capital blends ancient Roman ruins, Ottoman mosques, and Soviet-era monuments with a modern cafe scene.

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Top attractions in Sofia

Our guides to the main sights in Sofia, with practical details for each.

Bulgaria · Religious Sites

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

A monumental Orthodox cathedral in Sofia, known for its golden domes and grand Neo-Byzantine architecture.

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Popular tours in Sofia

Tours listed on Viator, ordered by their Viator rating and number of reviews.

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Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Tour

Join an 8.5–10 hour guided group tour to Rila Monastery, with select options also including Boyana Church — please check your chosen option before booking. Enjoy a 40-minute guided tour…

4.6 (1,191 on Viator) 8 h Free cancellation listed

From Sofia Rila Monastery with Boyana Church or St. Ivan’s Cave

Maximize your time in Bulgaria by combining two UNESCO World Heritage Sites into one efficiently coordinated day trip from Sofia. Journey into the peaceful Rila Mountains to explore the…

4.6 (1,073 on Viator) 9 h Free cancellation listed

Day tour to Skopje, North Macedonia - Small Group

Appreciating the diversity of Balkan culture can be difficult, especially with limited time in the region. Explore Macedonian culture on a day tour to Skopje from Sofia, and tick off…

4.7 (498 on Viator) 12 h Free cancellation listed

Rila Monastery and 7 Rila Lakes Self-Guided Shared Trip from Sofia

This self-guided, shared shuttle tour will take you to both the 7 Rila Lakes area in the morning and then in the afternoon to the UNESCO Rila Monastery in the Rila National park -…

4.8 (336 on Viator) 13 h Free cancellation listed

Must-See Plovdiv Day Tour from Sofia

Join us for an unforgettable journey to Plovdiv, the oldest continuously inhabited city in Europe. Nestled among picturesque hills, this vibrant destination offers a rich blend of…

4.5 (432 on Viator) 9 h Free cancellation listed

Sofia: History and Heritage - Small Group City Tour

Discover the highlights of Sofia with this great 2-hours city tour! Learn about the rich history of the town and its famous sites, as well as interesting facts such as: why Alexander…

4.9 (217 on Viator) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation listed

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