National Palace of Culture, Sofia

Name: National Palace of Culture
Address: bul.Bulgaria 1, Sofia, 1404, Bulgaria
Telephone: +359 2 954 3131

#74 among attractions in Sofia

Convention center, Civic center, Architecture

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Facts and practical information

The National Palace of Culture, located in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, is the largest, multifunctional conference and exhibition centre in south-eastern Europe. It was opened in 1981 in celebration of Bulgaria's 1300th anniversary. ()

Local name: Национален дворец на културата Opened: 31 March 1981 (43 years ago)Capacity: 3880Coordinates: 42°41'5"N, 23°19'8"E

Address

bul.Bulgaria 1Средец (Sredec)Sofia 1404 Bulgaria

Contact

+359 2 954 3131

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Day trips

National Palace of Culture – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Vitosha Boulevard, Earth and Man National Museum, Park Center Sofia, Ivan Vazov National Theatre.

0.5 miN
Shopping district, Shopping, Historic walking areas
Vitosha Boulevard, Sofia
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~1870 ftS
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
Earth and Man National Museum, Sofia
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sofia, Bulgaria, the Earth and Man National Museum is an institution dedicated to showcasing the geological treasures of the world. This museum, with its diverse collection, offers a unique insight into the natural history and mineral wealth of...
0.4 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Park Center Sofia, Sofia
11 min walk • Park Center Sofia stands as a modern shopping haven in the heart of Sofia, Bulgaria. This contemporary shopping centre, designed to cater to a variety of tastes and preferences, offers an array of retail outlets, dining options, and entertainment venues.
0.8 miNE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Ivan Vazov National Theatre, Sofia
20 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...
0.8 miN
Stately Orthodox church with murals
St Nedelya Church, Sofia
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0.8 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Vasil Levski National Stadium, Sofia
22 min walk • Vasil Levski National Stadium stands as a prominent landmark in the heart of Sofia, Bulgaria, serving as the country's primary sports venue. Named after the revered Bulgarian national hero Vasil Levski, the stadium is synonymous with the nation's sporting heritage...
0.9 miN
Museum
National Archaeological Museum, Sofia
22 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...
0.6 miNE
Orthodox church in a former mosque
Seven Saints Church, Sofia
15 min walk • The Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church and formerly The Black Mosque is a Bulgarian Orthodox church in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria.
0.8 miNE
Park
City Garden, Sofia
21 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.
0.7 miNW
Green traffic circle with an obelisk
Russian Monument, Sofia
18 min walk • The Russian Monument is a monument in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. The first monument to be built in the capital of the newly liberated Principality of Bulgaria, it was unveiled on 29 June 1882 and is located on the road which Osman Nuri Paşa used to flee from Sofia to Pernik on 22 December 1877.
0.8 miNE
Mausoleum, Art museum, History museum
Battenberg Mausoleum, Sofia
22 min walk • The Memorial Tomb of Alexander I of Battenberg, better known as the Battenberg Mausoleum in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, is the mausoleum and final resting place of Prince Alexander I of Bulgaria, the first Head of State of modern Bulgaria.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is National Palace of Culture open?

National Palace of Culture is open:

Monday 24h
Tuesday 24h
Wednesday 24h
Thursday 24h
Friday 24h
Saturday 24h
Sunday 24h

Which popular attractions are close to National Palace of Culture?

Nearby attractions include 1300 godini B"lgaria, Sofia (6 min walk), Patriarch Evtimiy Boulevard, Sofia (8 min walk), Earth and Man National Museum, Sofia (10 min walk), Vitosha Boulevard, Sofia (12 min walk).

How to get to National Palace of Culture by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Palace of Culture:

Tram

Ндк • Lines: 1, 6, 7 (3 min walk)
bul. Pencho Slavejkov • Lines: 1, 6, 7 (6 min walk)

Bus

Хотел Хилтън • Lines: 94 (6 min walk)
бул. Черни връх • Lines: 204, 304, 604, 72, 76 (4 min walk)

Metro

National Palace of Culture • Lines: M2 (6 min walk)
Ndk Ii • Lines: M3 (8 min walk)

Trolleybus

Първа градска болница • Lines: 9 (10 min walk)
УМБАЛ Александровска • Lines: 2, 8, 9 (16 min walk)