Varna: Sightseeing
Places and attractions in the Sightseeing category
Varna Archaeological Museum
Museum for regional archaeology 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...
Sea Garden
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...
Aladzha Monastery
Medieval cave monastery in a cliff Nestled within the lush foliage on the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast, Aladzha Monastery is a historical gem carved directly into the face of a limestone cliff. This medieval Orthodox Christian monastery, situated near the city of Varna, is an awe-inspiring testament...
Varna Aquarium
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...
Varna Opera Theatre
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...
Boris Georgiev City Art Gallery
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...
Varna Monastery
Nestled in the heart of Varna, Bulgaria, the Varna Monastery stands as an embodiment of spiritual serenity and historical resilience. Officially known as the Monastery of St. Athanasius, this sacred site is steeped in centuries of history and devotion.
Asparuhov most
Asparuhov most, often referred to simply as Asparuhov Bridge, serves as a vital artery in the coastal city of Varna, Bulgaria. This impressive structure spans the length of Lake Varna, providing a crucial link between the city and the nearby resorts of the Northern...
Varna Zoo
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...
Dormition of the Mother of God Cathedral
Elaborate cathedral with many paintings 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.
Stoyan Bachvarov Dramatic Theatre
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.
Golden Sands Nature Park
Golden Sands Nature Park is a nature park on the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast in Varna Province.
Varna Necropolis
Ancient burial site with exhibitions The Varna Necropolis, or Varna Cemetery, is a burial site in the western industrial zone of Varna, internationally considered one of the key archaeological sites in world prehistory.
Saints Constantine and Helena
Saints Constantine and Helena is a resort town on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast within a landscaped park 10 km north of downtown Varna, 2 km east of its Vinitsa quarter, and 7 km south of Golden Sands.
Euxinograd
Euxinograd is a late 19th-century Bulgarian former royal summer palace and park on the Black Sea coast, 8 kilometres north of downtown Varna.
Roman Thermae
The Roman Thermae are a complex of Ancient Roman baths in the Black Sea port city of Varna in northeastern Bulgaria. The Roman Thermae are situated in the southeastern part of the modern city, which under the Roman Empire was known as Odessus.
Port of Varna
Port of Varna is the largest seaport complex in Bulgaria. Located on the Black Sea's west coast on Varna Bay, along Lake Varna and Lake Beloslav, it also comprises the outlying port of Balchik.
Vladislav Varnenchik museum
Monument-Mausoleum of the King of Poland and Hungary Władysław III Warneńczyk in Varna, was created on the initiative of the Bulgarian military Petyr Dimków at the place of the historical battle as a result of the transformation ...
St. Nikolai
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.
Lake Varna
Vast, deep lake by the Black Sea Lake Varna is the largest by volume and deepest liman or lake along the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast, divided from the sea by a 2 km-wide strip of sand and having an area of 19 km², maximal depth 19 m, and a volume of 166 million m³.
Mladost
Mladost is a district of Varna, Varna Municipality in Varna Province, Bulgaria. It is situated in the northwestern part of the city. Its population is just over 87,000 according to Census 2011.
Technical University of Varna
The Technical University of Varna is a state university in Varna, Bulgaria, founded in 1962.
Medical University of Varna
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.
University of Economics Varna
The University of Economics – Varna is a public university located in Varna, Bulgaria, focused on studies in the field of economics. The University has an accreditation issued by the National Evaluation and Accreditation Agency. The University is a higher educational institution with long history and its own traditions.
Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy
Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy is the oldest technical educational institution in the Republic of Bulgaria. Its history, past and present achievements establish the institution as the most prestigious centre for training of maritime specialists in the country.
Asparuhovo
Asparuhovo is a district of Varna. It is located in the southern part of the town and has a population of 27 000. In the district are located the Institute of Oceanology and the Bulgarian Ship Hydrodynamics Center, both part of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences.
Varna University of Management
The Varna University of Management is an international university located in Varna, Bulgaria. Its primary campus is in Varna. The university awards bachelor's and master's degrees in the fields of business and marketing, information technology, tourism, hospitality management and culinary arts.