St. Nikolai, Varna

Name: St. Nikolai
Address: Varna, Bulgaria

#22 among attractions in Varna

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Saint Nicholai's icon labels the light house at the tip of the outskirt pier of the Port of Varna. Saint Nicholai is patron saint of sailors, fishermen, ships and sailing. In centuries of Greek folklore, Nicholas was seen as "The Lord of the Sea", often described by modern Greek scholars as a kind of Christianised version of Poseidon. ()

Coordinates: 43°13'0"N, 27°55'0"E

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St. Nikolai – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Varna Archaeological Museum, Sea Garden, Varna Aquarium, Varna Opera Theatre.

0.6 miS
Museum for regional archaeology
Varna Archaeological Museum, Varna
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Varna, Bulgaria, the Varna Archaeological Museum stands as a treasure trove of history and culture. This esteemed institution is home to a vast collection of artifacts that trace the region's rich past, from prehistory through to the late Middle...
1.2 miE
Park
Sea Garden, Varna
32 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Varna, Bulgaria's maritime capital, the Sea Garden is an oasis of tranquility and natural beauty that stands as one of the city's most cherished landmarks. This verdant park, sprawling along the coastline of the Black Sea, offers residents...
1.1 miS
Museum, Aquarium, Zoo
Varna Aquarium, Varna
28 min walk • Nestled along the picturesque coastline of Varna, Bulgaria, the Varna Aquarium stands as an educational beacon, inviting visitors to explore the rich marine life of the Black Sea. Established in the early 20th century, this museum is not only a center for marine...
0.9 miS
Theater, Nightlife, Opera
Varna Opera Theatre, Varna
23 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Varna, Bulgaria, the Varna Opera Theatre stands as a beacon of cultural sophistication and performing arts excellence. This architectural gem serves as a central hub for the city's artistic expression, offering residents and visitors alike a...
0.7 miS
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Boris Georgiev City Art Gallery, Varna
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Varna, Bulgaria, the Boris Georgiev City Art Gallery stands as a cultural beacon, showcasing the rich tapestry of Bulgarian art. This esteemed museum, dedicated to the celebrated Bulgarian painter Boris Georgiev, offers a window into the soul of...
1.1 miE
Zoo
Varna Zoo, Varna
28 min walk • Nestled in the Sea Garden of Varna, the Varna Zoo is a modest but enchanting attraction in one of Bulgaria's most vibrant cities. Established in 1961, this compact zoo is home to a variety of species, providing visitors with the opportunity to encounter wildlife in a...
0.9 miSW
Elaborate cathedral with many paintings
Dormition of the Mother of God Cathedral, Varna
22 min walk • The Dormition of the Mother of God Cathedral is the largest church building in Varna and the third largest cathedral in Bulgaria. Officially opened on 30 August 1886. It is the residence of the bishopric of Varna and Preslav and one of the symbols of Varna.
0.9 miS
Concerts and shows, Theater
Stoyan Bachvarov Dramatic Theatre, Varna
24 min walk • The Stoyan Bachvarov Dramatic Theatre is a theatre in Varna, Bulgaria, founded in 1921 as the Municipal Professional Theatre. It occupies a historic building in the centre of the city designed by Nikola Lazarov and built between 26 March 1912 and 5 June 1932. The building was finished by the architects Dabko Dabkov and Jelyazko Bogdanov.
~1350 ftNW
Football, Sport, Sport venue
Stadion Spartak, Varna
7 min walk • Stadion Spartak is a multi-purpose stadium in Varna, Bulgaria. It is currently used mostly for football games and is the home ground of FC Spartak Varna. The stadium was built in 1962 and opened in 1964, with capacity of 6,000 people. The stadium includes also fan bar-cafe and modern artificial fields.
1.1 miNE
Universities and schools
Technical University of Varna, Varna
28 min walk • The Technical University of Varna is a state university in Varna, Bulgaria, founded in 1962.
0.4 miSE
Universities and schools
Medical University of Varna, Varna
11 min walk • The Medical University of Varna is a Bulgarian state school for higher education dedicated to training specialists in the fields of medicine and healthcare who graduate with the educational and qualification degrees of Master, Bachelor and Professional Bachelor.

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Which popular attractions are close to St. Nikolai?

Nearby attractions include Morska gradina VARNA / Sea garden Varna, Varna (7 min walk), Medical University of Varna, Varna (11 min walk), Varna University of Management, Varna (13 min walk), Varna Archaeological Museum, Varna (17 min walk).

How to get to St. Nikolai by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. Nikolai:

Bus

Пикадили-Чаталджа • Lines: 13, 32 (4 min walk)
Битоля • Lines: 13, 32 (4 min walk)

Trolleybus

Чаталджа • Lines: 86 (13 min walk)
Пл. Съединение • Lines: 86 (13 min walk)