Top Things to do in Sofia Region
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Discover the best top things to do in Sofia Region, Bulgaria including Rila Mountains, Rila Monastery, Rila National Park, 365 Association Sofia Tours, Escapeway.Bg, Tempus Vini Wine Point, Ski School Borosport, Seven Rila Lakes, Boyana Church, St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral.
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1. Rila Mountains
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By didih123 - Strasbourg, France
Bulgaria is without a doubt one of my favorite places to visit and shoot photos in . The wide open places ,natural lakes ,beautiful mountains and endless landscapes keep me coming back over and over again ...Musala (Bulgarian: Мусала; from Arabic through Ottoman Turkish: Musalla, "near God" or "place for prayer" is the highest peak in the entire Balkan Peninsula, standing at 2,925 m (9,596 ft). The summit of the Rila mountain range in southwestern Bulgaria, Musala is the highest peak between the Alps and the Caucasus and the highest in Eastern Europe bar the Caucasus. With a prominence of 2473 m, Musala is the 7th most prominent mountain peak in Europe (Wikipedia)
2. Rila Monastery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,885 reviews
Founded in the 10th century, this monastery was restored in the 15th and again in the 19th century.
Reviewed By 118val - Shepparton, Australia
Rila Monastery is considered to be one of Bulgaria's most holy sites and is UNESCO listed. It is situated in the Rila Mountains in the deep valley of the Riska River. Apparently named after the hermit Ivan of Rila from 876 - 946 AD. The Monastery was founded in the 10th century and was the spiritual and cultural center during the 12th to 14th century. The richly engraved gates lead into a stunning view of the Monastery. Our first visit was to the Museum which housed some amazing artifacts such as old books, beautifully embroidered robes belonging to the clergy and an incredible wooden cross that was intricately carved. We then viewed the stunning external vivid coloured paintings covering the external walls, the interior is equally as stunning but you cannot photograph the interior. Once outside we could see the towers where guards use to protect the site, around the edge of the complex are the monks rooms. The building is well maintained and painted with a series of wooden stair cases and balconies. It is well worth a visit.
3. Rila National Park
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5.0 based on 253 reviews
Reviewed By yankohr - Sofia, Bulgaria
Very beautiful nature, a lot of things to do like Rila Seven lakes, Rila Monastery, Stobski Pyramides, Borovets Ski Courort and a lot of others. Food in this region is very delicious, people are very nice guestly. But you can see such nature and pure air very rare.
4. 365 Association Sofia Tours
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5.0 based on 4,930 reviews
"Free Sofia Tour” - The daily Sofia free english language sightseeing walking tours around the main landmarks in the city - Every day at 11AM! Free Tours in Spanish - every Sun at 11am. Sofia Communist Tour - every Thu, Sat & Sun at 4pm. All tours start in front of the Palace of Justice in Sofia. All other tours (Sofia Culture Tour, Sofia Jewish Tour, Sofia Alternative Tour, etc) are currently offered on demand. We'll expand our schedule as soon as international travel resumes. Our tours run 365 days a year (incl weekends, national holidays, Christmas, Easter etc). No reservation or booking in advance is needed. Just show up! If you are an organized group of ten people (10+), need flexibility or just feel like having a custom made tour in Sofia, please contact us at least 24 hrs in advance to get information on our private tours policy.
5. Escapeway.Bg
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5.0 based on 977 reviews
Escapeway is the top escape room in Sofia and Bulgaria. An escape room is an especially prepared room that will take you into a world of adventure and mystery. Your task will be to go through a series of challenges to solve a series of mysteries; deciphering codes, discovering ancient artifacts, and unlocking secret promises are your way out of the room.
Reviewed By yourdimitrov
Great room, lots of riddles to solve, as they say: put you in the movie:) Great staff, nice atmosphere and great entertainment
6. Tempus Vini Wine Point
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5.0 based on 262 reviews
Boutique wines from Bulgaria. More than 400 labels from top Bulgarian quality cellars expecting you! Everyday different wine tasting in a cozy,friendly atmosphere:)
Reviewed By 480emmau
What a great way to spend an afternoon! A group of us went to Tempus for a 2 hour wine tasting experience, and that it was. We tried 5 wines and Rakia enjoyed with cheeses and bread sticks, as on of my friends was gluten free, Kalin went above and beyond and catered for such dietary requirements. A very thoughtful touch. We learnt about the Bulgarian wine regions and the different grapes that each offer. I’d recommend the wine tasting with Kalin if ever in Sofia, he knows his stuff. He even recommended us a restaurant for dinner, we went and it was absolutely delicious. If ever back in Sofia, we will be sure to swing by and say hello - thanks Kalin for such a lovely experience.
7. Ski School Borosport
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5.0 based on 682 reviews
Reviewed By juliatrowell59 - Dollar, United Kingdom
Excellent ski School joined group skiing and had private lesson The ski instructor Emil Stoimenov was excellent professional patient and kind always gave us positive feedback monitored group at all stages of lesson very safety conscious and caring person Arranged social lunches and Bulgaria night for us all which we appreciated and enjoyed Our last day was special with good skiing drinks and diploma presentations loved by all Highly recommend as a group we all plan to return in 2021 and definitely will request to have the wonderful Emil as our instructor
8. Seven Rila Lakes
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5.0 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By 225evgenim - Sofia, Bulgaria
Magnificent nature! The seven Rila lakes are recognized as the most energetic place in the world. Great views from a height of 2500 m. The route is extreme. You need good equipment. The sun is strong and you need sunscreen. Many people visit the Rila lakes in the summer.
9. Boyana Church
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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.
10. St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
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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.
