Church of Sveta Sofia, Sofia

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Church of Sveta Sofia is a place located in Sofia (Sofia City province) and belongs to the category of church.

It is situated at an altitude of 1837 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 42°41'47"N latitude and 23°19'53"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Church of Sveta Sofia is a short distance from the following public transport stations: National Opera (tram, 4 min walk), СУ Климент Охридски (bus, 6 min walk), Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski” (metro, 9 min walk), Метростанция СУ Св. Климент Охридски (trolleybus, 9 min walk), Sofia Central Railway Station (train, 31 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Monument to the Unknown Soldier (memorial, 1 min walk), Saint Sofia Church (church, 1 min walk), Tsar Osvoboditel Boulevard (street, 1 min walk).

Coordinates: 42°41'47"N, 23°19'53"E

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Church of Sveta Sofia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Bulgarian Orthodox Church, Ivan Vazov National Theatre, Monument to the Tsar Liberator.

~430 ftSE
Landmark Orthodox church with a museum
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sofia
3 min walk • The Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is one of Sofia's most iconic landmarks and a testament to Bulgarian Orthodox architecture. This majestic church, with its gold-plated domes and intricate mosaics, stands as a symbol of faith and history in the heart of Bulgaria's capital.
~1070 ftSE
Church
Bulgarian Orthodox Church, Sofia
6 min walk • The Bulgarian Orthodox Church stands as a bastion of spiritual heritage in the heart of Sofia, Bulgaria. As the main religious institution of Bulgaria, it is the centerpiece of the Bulgarian Orthodox Christian denomination, with a history deeply intertwined with the...
~1560 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Ivan Vazov National Theatre, Sofia
8 min walk • The Ivan Vazov National Theatre is the crown jewel of Sofia's cultural landscape and an emblem of Bulgarian theatrical excellence. Nestled in the heart of the city, this architectural masterpiece is not only the oldest and most significant theatre in Bulgaria but also...
~980 ftS
Iconic sculpture honoring Alexander II
Monument to the Tsar Liberator, Sofia
5 min walk • The Monument to the Tsar Liberator is a commanding statue situated in the heart of Sofia, the capital city of Bulgaria. This grand bronze statue stands proudly in front of the National Assembly of Bulgaria and is dedicated to the Russian Emperor Alexander II who played...
~40 ftN
Church dating back to the 6th century
Saint Sofia Church, Sofia
1 min walk • The Saint Sofia Church stands as a beacon of historical significance and architectural beauty in the heart of Bulgaria's capital, Sofia. This venerable church, one of the city's oldest and most important religious buildings, has been a cornerstone of Bulgarian...
~690 ftW
Church, Russian revival architecture
Russian Church, Sofia
4 min walk • The Russian Church, officially known as the Church of St. Nicholas the Miracle-Maker, is a magnificent architectural gem located in the heart of Sofia, Bulgaria. This orthodox church, characterized by its distinct Russian Revival style, was constructed at the tail-end...
~1230 ftW
National art museum in a former palace
National Art Gallery, Sofia
6 min walk • The National Art Gallery is Bulgaria's national gallery, and houses over 50,000 pieces of Bulgarian art.
~1670 ftW
Park
City Garden, Sofia
9 min walk • The City Garden is Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria's oldest and most central public garden, in existence since 1872. It is located between Tsar Osvoboditel Boulevard to the north, Knyaz Alexander Battenberg Street to the west and Joseph Vladimirovich Gourko Street to the south, in the historical centre of the city.
~840 ftE
Museum, Art gallery, Art museum
National Gallery for Foreign Art, Sofia
5 min walk • The National Gallery for Foreign Art of Bulgaria is a gallery located on St. Alexander Nevsky Square in Sofia. It serves as the country's national institution for non-Bulgarian art.
~30 ftE
Memorial, Monuments and statues
Monument to the Unknown Soldier, Sofia
1 min walk • The Monument to the Unknown Soldier is a monument in the centre of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, located just next to the 6th-century Church of St Sophia, on 2 Paris Street.
~740 ftW
Museum, Science museum, Natural history museum
National Museum of Natural History, Sofia
4 min walk • The National Museum of Natural History of Bulgaria is a natural history museum located in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, on Tsar Osvoboditel Boulevard, next to the Russian church.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Church of Sveta Sofia?

Nearby attractions include Monument to the Unknown Soldier, Sofia (1 min walk), Saint Sofia Church, Sofia (1 min walk), Tsar Osvoboditel Boulevard, Sofia (1 min walk), Galeria Arosita / Arosita gallery - gallery for contemporary art, Sofia (2 min walk).

How to get to Church of Sveta Sofia by public transport?

The nearest stations to Church of Sveta Sofia:

Tram

National Opera • Lines: 20, 22 (4 min walk)
бул. Васил Левски • Lines: 20, 22 (7 min walk)

Bus

СУ Климент Охридски • Lines: 280, 9 (6 min walk)
бул. Васил Левски • Lines: 78, 79 (7 min walk)

Metro

Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski” • Lines: M1, M4 (9 min walk)
Orlov Most • Lines: M3 (12 min walk)

Trolleybus

Метростанция СУ Св. Климент Охридски • Lines: 1, 2, 3, 5, 8 (9 min walk)
Сатиричен театър • Lines: 9 (11 min walk)

Train

Sofia Central Railway Station (31 min walk)