Sredets, Sofia

Name: Sredets
Address: Sofia, Bulgaria

#91 among attractions in Sofia

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Sredets is a district located in the very centre of the capital Sofia. As of 2006 it has 41,000 inhabitants. The district has an area of around 300 hectares or 3 km². ()

Local name: Средец Area: 1.16 mi²Coordinates: 42°41'26"N, 23°19'38"E

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Оборище (Oborise)Sofia Bulgaria

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Sredets – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Vitosha Boulevard, Bulgarian Orthodox Church, Ivan Vazov National Theatre, Monument to the Tsar Liberator.

0.4 miW
Shopping district, Shopping, Historic walking areas
Vitosha Boulevard, Sofia
10 min walk • Vitosha Boulevard, often referred to as "Vitoshka" by the locals, is the main commercial street in the heart of Sofia, Bulgaria. This vibrant pedestrian thoroughfare is lined with an array of boutique shops, international fashion brands, and local artisan stores...
0.4 miNE
Church
Bulgarian Orthodox Church, Sofia
10 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...
~1370 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Ivan Vazov National Theatre, Sofia
7 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...
~1800 ftNE
Iconic sculpture honoring Alexander II
Monument to the Tsar Liberator, Sofia
9 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...
~1920 ftN
Church, Russian revival architecture
Russian Church, Sofia
10 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...
0.4 miN
Museum
National Archaeological Museum, Sofia
11 min walk • The National Archaeological Museum in Sofia, Bulgaria, stands as a bastion of history and culture, housing some of the country's most precious ancient artifacts and treasures. This esteemed institution, located in the heart of the Bulgarian capital, is the oldest...
0.4 miN
National art museum in a former palace
National Art Gallery, Sofia
11 min walk • The National Art Gallery is Bulgaria's national gallery, and houses over 50,000 pieces of Bulgarian art.
~280 ftSE
Orthodox church in a former mosque
Seven Saints Church, Sofia
2 min walk • The Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church and formerly The Black Mosque is a Bulgarian Orthodox church in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria.
~1750 ftN
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.
0.4 miN
Museum, Science museum, Natural history museum
National Museum of Natural History, Sofia
10 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.
~1960 ftE
Memorial
Monument to the Soviet Army, Sofia
10 min walk • The Monument to the Soviet Army is a monument located in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. There is a large park around the statue and the surrounding areas. It is a popular place where many young people gather. The monument is located on Tsar Osvoboditel Boulevard, near Orlov Most and the Sofia University.

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Which popular attractions are close to Sredets?

Nearby attractions include Seven Saints Church, Sofia (2 min walk), Satirical Theatre, Sofia (3 min walk), Krastyo Sarafov National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts, Sofia (4 min walk), Graf Ignatiev Street, Sofia (4 min walk).

How to get to Sredets by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sredets:

Trolleybus

Сатиричен театър • Lines: 9 (3 min walk)
Първа градска болница • Lines: 9 (6 min walk)

Tram

пл. Славейков • Lines: 10, 12, 18 (4 min walk)
бул. Васил Левски • Lines: 10, 12, 18 (5 min walk)

Bus

Кино Одеон • Lines: 94 (5 min walk)
ул. Генерал Гурко • Lines: 84, 9, 94 (6 min walk)

Metro

St. Patriarch Evtimiy • Lines: M3 (5 min walk)
Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski” • Lines: M1, M4 (11 min walk)