National Museum of Natural History, Sofia

Name: National Museum of Natural History
Address: бул. Цар Освободител 5, Sofia, 1000, Bulgaria
Telephone: +359 87 922 6575

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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. Founded in 1889, it is affiliated with the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, and is the first and largest museum of this kind in the Balkans. ()

Local name: Национален природонаучен музей при БАН Coordinates: 42°41'46"N, 23°19'43"E

Address

бул. Цар Освободител 5Оборище (Oborise)Sofia 1000 Bulgaria

Contact

+359 87 922 6575

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National Museum of Natural History – 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.

~1100 ftE
Landmark Orthodox church with a museum
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sofia
6 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.
~1460 ftSE
Church
Bulgarian Orthodox Church, Sofia
8 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...
~890 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Ivan Vazov National Theatre, Sofia
5 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...
~1250 ftSE
Iconic sculpture honoring Alexander II
Monument to the Tsar Liberator, Sofia
7 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...
~740 ftE
Church dating back to the 6th century
Saint Sofia Church, Sofia
4 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...
~130 ftSE
Church, Russian revival architecture
Russian Church, Sofia
1 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...
~1110 ftW
Museum
National Archaeological Museum, Sofia
6 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...
~540 ftW
National art museum in a former palace
National Art Gallery, Sofia
3 min walk • The National Art Gallery is Bulgaria's national gallery, and houses over 50,000 pieces of Bulgarian art.
~930 ftW
Park
City Garden, Sofia
5 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.
~1560 ftE
Museum, Art gallery, Art museum
National Gallery for Foreign Art, Sofia
8 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.
~760 ftE
Memorial, Monuments and statues
Monument to the Unknown Soldier, Sofia
4 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to National Museum of Natural History?

Nearby attractions include Russian Church, Sofia (1 min walk), Central Military Club, Sofia (2 min walk), Royal Palace, Sofia (3 min walk), Amphitheatre of Serdica, Sofia (3 min walk).

How to get to National Museum of Natural History by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Museum of Natural History:

Tram

National Opera • Lines: 20, 22 (5 min walk)
Младежки театър • Lines: 20, 22 (6 min walk)

Trolleybus

Сатиричен театър • Lines: 9 (8 min walk)
Метростанция СУ Св. Климент Охридски • Lines: 1, 2, 3, 5, 8 (10 min walk)

Bus

СУ Климент Охридски • Lines: 280, 9 (9 min walk)
бул. Васил Левски • Lines: 78, 79 (10 min walk)

Metro

Serdika II • Lines: M2 (10 min walk)
Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski” • Lines: M1, M4 (10 min walk)

Train

Sofia Central Railway Station (31 min walk)