Location: Sofia
Top Things to do in Sofia
Top Restaurants in Sofia
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Sofia, Sofia Region
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.
Restaurants in Sofia
1. Boyana Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,836 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 brenhell
If you manage to make it up the hill, this church is well worth the journey and 10 Lev entrance fee. The interior has amazing 13th century frescos. Note that the visitor numbers are limited to 8 at any time as space is limited plus they are probably trying to preserve the frescos by controlling humidity levels. You are only permitted to stsy for 10 mins. The grounds are pleasant with benches and plenty of birds( I saw a woodpecker). If you are making your own way there you can combine this visit with the National History museum nearby. We did this by taking trolley bus 2 from the centre to its final stop over the road from the museum. From here you can walk 30 mins up to the church or take bus 107 which goes to the church entrance.
2. St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,403 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).
Reviewed By loukiap550 - Nicosia, Cyprus
A Bulgarian Orthodox cathedral in Sofia (Bg). Built in Neo-Byzantine style, it serves as the cathedral church of the Patriarch of Bulgaria and it is one of the largest Christian church buildings, as well as one of Sofia's symbols and primary tourist attractions. There is a museum of Bulgarian icons inside the cathedral crypt, part of the National Art Gallery.
3. Catedral de Sveta-Nedelya
4. Saint Nikolas Russian Church (Tsurkva Sveta Nikolai)
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4.5 based on 2,089 reviews
5. The Rotunda Church of St George
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4.5 based on 1,648 reviews
Built in the 4th century, this is the oldest building in Sofia.
Reviewed By MumbaiRiders - Mumbai, India
" St George Church(Rotunda Church)"is a red brick rotunda edifice . This Church is the oldest building in Bulgaria and also in Europe situated within the excavated ruins of the ancient Roman city of Serdika..The building is famous for the 12th-, 13th- and 14th-century frescoes inside the central dome. The Church is situated in close proximity to the Presidency building.
6. Saint Sofia Church
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4.5 based on 939 reviews
Reviewed By charlielG9293DR
This church has an amazing history and is built on an old Roman necropolis. It is well worth taking the time to watch the video of the history of the church in order to really appreciate it and to have a wander among the ancient tombs underneath.
7. Saint Nikolai Sofiyski
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4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By Coryy20 - Port of Spain, Caribbean
Sofia is highly Christian based, so there are many beautiful churches almost every block.st. Nikolai is not just another one but the unusual pattern unlike the others that has similar appearances ..this one to me is more of a modern age look and beautifully and designed. Lovely garden adds to the beauty of this really outstanding church.
8. Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church
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4.5 based on 172 reviews
9. Dragalevtsi Monastery
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4.5 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By yoanazaharieva - Sofia, Bulgaria
It is very beautiful during winter time when the whole building is hidden in the snow. Moreover the sacredess of the place is easily felt once you enter the doors. If you hike the mountain, it is great place to stop by and explore.
