Secrets, Facts, and Legends of Sofia: Full Day Tour
Sofia Province, Bulgaria
Despite that fact that Sofia is very young as a capital of a country it has a very long and dynamic history. Learn about it from a highly educated guide and visit some of the hidden places that you must see while visiting the city.
Highlights
- View Sofia from Vitosha Mountain’s meteorological tower
- Discover the history behind “The Bells” peace initiative
- Explore the ruins of the Roman city Serdica
- Visit the National Archaeology Museum and Sofia History Museum
- See major sites in Sofia’s city center
Description
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel at 9:00 AM. After a short drive to Vitosha Mountain, you will reach the meteorological tower, where you can see panoramic views of Sofia. The guide will provide insights into the city’s history and geography.
You will then visit “The Bells” complex, connected to the 1979 “Flag of Peace” initiative, which gathered children from 135 countries who contributed unique bells from their homelands.
Returning to Sofia city center, you’ll start a walking tour at the National Archaeological Museum, showcasing valuable cultural treasures. On the way, you will see Sofia’s oldest building, the 4th-century Roman early Christian church of St. George. After the museum, lunch is available at a restaurant housed in a former medieval mosque, offering views of nearby archaeological remains.
Your tour continues at the “Ladies Market,” where you will learn about life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Nearby, you’ll pass a synagogue located opposite an active mosque and a Catholic church, forming the “Square of Tolerance.” After visiting the Sofia History Museum, you will walk past the Communist administrative center, St. Sofia Church, Sofia University, and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, where the tour concludes. Your guide can answer final questions and offer a ride back to your hotel if needed.
Includes
- Entrance fees
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by modern vehicle
Excludes
- Food and drinks
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance to secure your preferred date. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring weather-appropriate clothing for Vitosha Mountain.
