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Bulgaria Places to Visit

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Top Cities and Destinations in Bulgaria

Discover extraordinary cities and picturesque locations that will captivate you with their rich culture, fascinating history, and stunning beauty.

sofia

Sofia

Sofia City
plovdiv

Plovdiv

Plovdiv
pirin national park

Pirin National Park

Blagoevgrad
varna

Varna

Varna
veliko turnovo

Veliko Turnovo

Veliko Tarnovo
rousse

Rousse

Ruse
pleven

Pleven

Pleven
nesebar

Nesebar

Burgas
burgas

Burgas

Burgas
rila national park

Rila National Park

Sofia province
vitosha

Vitosha

Sofia City
gabrovo

Gabrovo

Gabrovo
bansko

Bansko

Blagoevgrad
sunny beach

Sunny Beach

Burgas
vratsa

Vratsa

Vratsa
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Bulgaria is a country located in southeastern Europe, known for its diverse landscapes and rich history. With its sandy beaches, majestic mountains and picturesque towns, Bulgaria is a must-see destination.

One of the most visited cities in Bulgaria is Sofia, the country's capital, which is known for its interesting architecture, rich nightlife and delicious cuisine. Learn about the city's rich history by visiting such attractions as the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the National Palace of Culture and the ancient Roman ruins of Serdica.

Another city that is a must-see when visiting Bulgaria is Plovdiv, the second largest city in the country and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Europe. Plovdiv is known for its well-preserved Roman ruins, colorful Old Town and a wide range of cultural events. You can visit the many museums, galleries and theaters or simply wander the charming cobblestone streets and soak up the atmosphere.

For those seeking natural beauty, Bulgaria offers plenty of great outdoor areas and activities. Popular sites include the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is one of Bulgaria's most iconic monuments. Pirin National Park is also a popular destination, known for its snow-capped peaks, pristine lakes and abundant wildlife. The Black Sea coast, on the other hand, offers many opportunities for swimming, sunbathing and water sports, while the Rhodope Mountains are ideal for hiking, skiing and mountain biking.

Bulgaria is also known for its cuisine, which is a combination of Balkan, Mediterranean and Turkish influences. Try traditional dishes such as banitsa (a savory pastry filled with cheese and spinach), kavarma (a type of slow-cooked meat stew) or baklava (a sweet pastry with honey and nuts).

Bulgaria Top Attractions

Famous places and interesting landmarks

  • vitosha boulevard sofia
  • alexander nevsky cathedral sofia
  • boyana church sofia
  • baba vida vidin
  • kaliakra kavarna
  • tsarevets fortress veliko turnovo
  • plovdiv roman theatre
  • etar architectural ethnographic complex gabrovo
  • varna archaeological museum
  • sofia zoo
  • krushuna falls
  • belogradchik fortress

Things to See and Do by Category

Interesting and worth visiting places and tourist attractions appreciated by most tourists. See the list of places to visit when planning a trip to Bulgaria.

Unesco

Church

Museum

Natural attraction

  • Musala

    Musala

    Rila National ParkNatureNatural attractionMountain
  • Devetashka cave

    Devetashka cave

    LovechNatural attractionParkCave
  • Ledenika

    Ledenika

    VratsaNatural attractionParkCave
  • Bacho Kiro cave

    Bacho Kiro cave

    DryanovoNatureNatural attractionCave
  • Vihren

    Vihren

    BanskoNatural attractionParkView point
  • Popovo Lake

    Popovo Lake

    Pirin National ParkNatural attractionNatureLake
  • Lake Pancharevo

    Lake Pancharevo

    SofiaNatureNatural attractionLake
  • Botev Peak

    Botev Peak

    Central Balkan National ParkProminent mountain with scenic viewsNatureNatural attraction

Nature

  • Musala

    Musala

    Rila National ParkNatureNatural attractionMountain
  • Bacho Kiro cave

    Bacho Kiro cave

    DryanovoNatureNatural attractionCave
  • Popovo Lake

    Popovo Lake

    Pirin National ParkNatural attractionNatureLake
  • Lake Pancharevo

    Lake Pancharevo

    SofiaNatureNatural attractionLake
  • Botev Peak

    Botev Peak

    Central Balkan National ParkProminent mountain with scenic viewsNatureNatural attraction
  • Lake Ariana

    Lake Ariana

    SofiaNatureNatural attractionLake
  • Malyovitsa

    Malyovitsa

    Rila National ParkNatureNatural attractionMountain
  • Borov Kamak

    Borov Kamak

    VratsaNatureNatural attractionWaterfall

Mountain

  • Musala

    Musala

    Rila National ParkNatureNatural attractionMountain
  • Cherni Vrah

    Cherni Vrah

    SofiaHikingMountainView point
  • Vihren

    Vihren

    BanskoNatural attractionParkView point
  • Malka Musala

    Malka Musala

    Rila National ParkMountain
  • Botev Peak

    Botev Peak

    Central Balkan National ParkProminent mountain with scenic viewsNatureNatural attraction
  • Malyovitsa

    Malyovitsa

    Rila National ParkNatureNatural attractionMountain
  • Kralev Dvor

    Kralev Dvor

    Pirin National ParkMountain
  • Kamenitsa Peak

    Kamenitsa Peak

    Pirin National ParkMountain

History museum

Sacred and religious sites

Park

Historical place

Lake

Memorial

Specialty museum

Neighbourhood

Theater

Universities and schools

Monastery

Forts and castles

Waterfall

Art museum

Architecture

Zoo

View point

  • Kaliakra

    Kaliakra

    KavarnaHistorical placeView pointForts and castles
  • Musala

    Musala

    Rila National ParkNatureNatural attractionMountain
  • Cherni Vrah

    Cherni Vrah

    SofiaHikingMountainView point
  • Vihren

    Vihren

    BanskoNatural attractionParkView point
  • Beglik Tash

    Beglik Tash

    PrimorskoHistorical placeView pointArchaeological site
  • Kominite

    Kominite

    SofiaNatureMountainNatural attraction

Tower

Archaeological site

Mosque

Bridge

Vernacular architecture

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