All Sofia Tours & Excursions in 2026

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Spin along open roads and explore Bulgaria by bike on this 9-hour Rila Monastery trip from Sofia. Hop onto your bike and follow a guide along rolling asphalt roads through the Bulgarian countryside. Along the way, gain insight into the country’s culture and history, and admire sweeping views over the peaks and vineyards. Visit the 10th-century Rila Monastery — widely considered one of Bulgaria’s most important pilgrimage sites. Explore the cave of St Joan of Rila, then zoom down the valley back to base.

No raven lands in Vratsa... because is a nest of eagles. Vratsa and the region are not very popular places for foreign tourists. But the land is full of history - from Cooper age, Thracians time, Middle ages, Ottoman period, and the time of Bulgarian revival, when Bulgarians fought for their freedom and independence. See the beautiful countryside, the longest mountain range in the Balkan peninsula, and natural phenomena. With this tour, you will see a hidden land full of legends. Be a part of one of them.

Embark on a quest where you will uncover the secret stories from the communism era of Sofia. Solve clues and unlock stories on your phone, as you discover the National Art Gallery, the Soviet Army Monument, and many more. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. So, are you up for an exciting city game? - Walk along Sofia’s city centre and visit the Temple of Bulgarian Martyrs, the Sofia University, and lesser-known places. - Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers. - Walk along the streets filled with remnants of communist times. - Enjoy the most interesting attractions from the communist past of Sofia. - Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt. - Visiting the inside of the attractions you will encounter is not required for the game

The Yagodinska Cave is 10 kilometers long, 5 stories tall, and made up of many labyrinths. Visitors enter the cave through an artificial opening and follow a special path with electric lights illuminating the beautiful and mysterious formations – stalactites, stalagmites, and cave pearls. In the natural entrance to the cave, located 10 minutes walk from the main visitor entrance, hearths dating back to 4,000 B.C. have been uncovered. These hearths are evidence of eneolithic peoples who lived in the cave. Devil’s Throat is, according to legend, the route by which Orpheus, the legendary Thracian singer, attempted to retrieve his beloved Euridice from Hades in the Underworld. It is connected to lots of mystical powers and it beholds the largest waterfall inside a cave on the Balkan peninsula. Teams from all over the world have tried to connect the waterfall with different rivers but nobody has succeeded and the mystery where and how the water goes still persists until today.

Why Choose Arrivo for Your Airport Transfer: - Direct Pickups: Whether you land at Terminal 1 or Terminal 2, your driver waits right outside and pulls up to the exit curb the moment you walk out with your luggage. No searching for name signs in crowded arrivals halls or walking through parking garages. - Real-Time Flight Tracking: Flight schedules are monitored continuously. If your plane arrives early or gets delayed, your pickup time adjusts automatically at no extra charge. - Drop-Off Anywhere in Sofia: Total location flexibility. Drop-off can be at any hotel, private address, or venue within Sofia city limits. - Friendly, English-Speaking Drivers: Professional drivers who speak clear English, ready to help with your luggage and answer any local questions. - Onboard Comforts: Modern, climate-controlled vehicles equipped with complimentary bottled water. - Direct Communication: You receive direct contact details before pickup for seamless coordination upon landing.

Discover Sofia through the lens of a working film director. Join Martin — award-winning filmmaker, published photographer, and daily street shooter — for an intimate photography walk through the city's most alive and least-photographed streets. We start at the iconic Hotel Balkan on Sveta Nedelya Square and move through the Area of Tolerance — one of Europe's most quietly remarkable urban spaces, where a Mosque, a Synagogue, and a Cathedral stand within metres of each other. From there we enter the Women's Market (Zhenski Pazar), Sofia's oldest open-air market founded in 1878, teeming with vendors, characters, and the kind of light that turns an ordinary frame into something cinematic. We hunt the raw backstreets surrounding the market, and finish with a shared edit over coffee — included. This is not a sightseeing tour. It's a street photography walk led by someone who shoots these streets every single day. You'll leave with real images, a sharper eye, and a genuine feel for Sofia.

Partake in a Sofia experience that most tourists miss out on, and get better acquainted with the famous Bulgarian rose. From rose picking to its smell to its taste in things such as chocolate, honey, and tea, there’s plenty to uncover about this versatile flower. Learn about it all with the help of a local guide in this small-group experience.

Sofia is rich in colorful street art—if you know where to look. This self-guided tour leads you to the best graffiti, murals, and public art in the city and tells you about the artists and stories behind each work of art. Choose to follow along via Google Maps or a PDF file and set your own pace as you explore the city.

Golden domes, Roman ruins underfoot and theatre-district glamour — Sofia saves its best stories for players. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Sofia on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Gaze up at the gilded domes of the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral • Strike a pose before the Ivan Vazov National Theatre and its fountain garden • Investigate the Regional History Museum in the elegant former mineral baths Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Bulgaria's capital, decoded street by street.

Step into Bulgaria's pioneering space where digital art transforms into an immersive experience. Here, light, spatial sound, and movement create interactive installations that invite you to engage with art like never before. Discover how your actions shape the environment as you navigate through multi-sensory exhibitions that blur the lines between perception and reality. Videnie fosters a unique blend of culture, art, and technology, making every visit a personal journey into the heart of creativity. Your visit includes access to large-scale 360° visual environments and Videnie LAB, a second space dedicated to experimental digital art. Each experience is unique, responsive, and never the same-shaped by your movement and interaction. A must-see cultural experience in Sofia for art, technology, and innovation lovers.

Unveiling the Rila Monastery: A Personalized Journey Experience the awe-inspiring Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a truly unique experience. Your Personal Guide: Navigate effortlessly with an engaging audio guide and a comprehensive electronic guide filled with insightful notes, expert tips, and exclusive information. Flexibility at Your Fingertips: Explore at your own pace, linger at captivating spots, and delve deeper into the aspects that intrigue you most. Immersive Storytelling: Uncover the monastery's rich history and profound spirituality through captivating narratives that bring its past to life. This isn't just a visit; it's a personalized pilgrimage. Book your tour today and embark on an unforgettable journey of discovery.

This unique walking experience moves swiftly through Sofia's archaeological and historical heart. We then trade the dense urban core for a green refuge as we enter Boris’ Garden, known affectionately as 'The Lungs of Sofia'. The adventure culminates with exclusive access to the University Astronomical Observatory, one of the oldest astronomical institutions in the Balkans. You will receive a rare guided tour of this pioneering scientific complex, encountering historic instruments like the still-functional 15.2cm Grubb Refractor. If the weather allows, you will have the extraordinary opportunity to look into the night sky through an original telescope, or if it is between June and August, through an amazing solar telescope, connecting directly with the stars that inspired Bulgaria's first modern scientists. This is the perfect tour for the intellectual traveler, offering a deep dive into history, nature, and the cosmos in a powerful, high-value, 4-hour sprint.

Our kayaking tours at Pancharevo Lake offer a unique experience that combines adventure and natural beauty. The lake, where the activity is held, is a very beautiful place near Sofia and an excellent place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. We will provide all equipment for one unforgettable experience.

Discover the magical city of Sofia at your own pace with this guided tour. With a tour of more than 2 hours, you can explore emblematic attractions such as the Cathedral of San Alejandro, the Sofia Opera, or the Synagogue. This option without schedules or groups allows you to enjoy the city flexibly, including recommendations on gastronomy and family activities. Available in six languages, this experience is ideal for those looking for personalized tourism without complications. 3h self-guided tour with + 15 points of interest - Access to information in 6 languages: Spanish, English, Portuguese, French, Italian, and German - Explore iconic attractions and receive gastronomic recommendations. - No groups or schedules, ideal for traveling at your own pace.

This is the only craft beer tour in Sofia that combines modern breweries with authentic local culture. Beyond tasting 5 carefully selected beers, you’ll explore hidden bars, ride public transport like a local, and step into a unique communist-era venue where beer is paired with traditional Bulgarian snacks. Small groups, personal stories, and a relaxed social atmosphere make this experience feel like going out with a local friend - not just a tour.

Save big during your visit to Sofia with a SoFun discount card. You and your friends enjoy discounts at over 70 of the city's attractions and lesser known highlights. There’s no expiration date or time limit, so you’re free to explore the city at your own pace. The card also offers a special price for day trips to Rila Monastery and Plovdiv.

"Take a photo with traditional Bulgarian costumes" is the only activity in Sofia that gives tourists the opportunity to feel the Bulgarian spirit by dressing up in unique traditional costumes. To top it off, you will take photos in traditional costumes(garbs).

Discover Sofia's captivating secrets through an immersive audio journey that puts you in complete control of your adventure. Unlike rigid group tours, you'll uncover exclusive historical narratives and hidden stories that most visitors never hear, from ancient Roman ruins to Soviet-era mysteries. Our expertly crafted narration brings each location to life with compelling storytelling and fascinating details, delivered through crystal-clear audio that's both engaging and easy to follow. Choose your own path through Bulgaria's dynamic capital, spending as much time as you wish at each remarkable site while experiencing the city like a knowledgeable local friend sharing their most treasured insights.

Skopje is the capital and largest city of North Macedonia. It is the country's political, cultural, economic, and academic center. The territory of Skopje has been inhabited since at least 4000 BC; remains of Neolithic settlements have been found within the old Kale Fortress that overlooks the modern city centre. Originally a Paeonian city, Skopje became the capital of Dardania in the second century BC. On the eve of the 1st century AD, the settlement was seized by the Romans and became a military camp. When the Roman Empire was divided into eastern and western halves in 395 AD, Skopje came under Byzantine rule from Constantinople. During much of the early medieval period, the town was contested between the Byzantines and the Bulgarian Empire, whose capital it was between 972 and 992.

Immerse yourself in Bulgaria’s millennia of history—and enjoy tastes of some of the country’s best beers, too—on this two-in-one, full-day tour. In the morning, depart from Sofia and head to the ancient city of Plovdiv: upon arrival, you’ll discover its Old Town, see its Roman–era ruins, and more. Following lunch (own expense) and beer and some free time to explore, continue to Bulgaria’s oldest brewery for an in-depth tour and tasting.

Book a tour to Veliko Tarnovo and discover the city and surrounding region with a friendly guide. Veliko Tarnovo is one of the oldest cities in the country, and its history dates back more than 5 millennia. The Byzantine Citadel, first built in the 5th century, has become one of Bulgaria's most famous monuments. Tarnovo boasts many other archaeological wonders in the process of being unearthed and restored; see an excavation of a royal residence in progress at Trapezitsa Hill. Walk to the top of the hill Tsarevets, where the royal citadel is placed and see the reconstructed palace and Patriarchate. The meanders of Yantra river are enjoyment for every one especially for photographers.

Explore the legacy of communism across the Balkans on this 18-day journey from Sofia, visiting historic cities, Cold War landmarks, and hidden sites with expert-guided insights. Starting in Sofia, you’ll travel through Bulgaria, Romania, and former Yugoslav regions, visiting key historical landmarks, museums, and cities shaped by decades of political transformation. From monumental architecture and preserved communist-era sites to vibrant modern cities, the tour provides a balanced perspective on life during and after the Cold War. With accommodation, transportation, and route planning arranged, this experience allows you to focus on understanding the region’s complex history while traveling comfortably across multiple countries. Ideal for history enthusiasts and culturally curious travelers, this tour goes beyond surface-level sightseeing to explore the stories behind the places you visit.

Veliko Tarnovo is hands down the most beautiful and picturesque city in Bulgaria. Often referred to as the “City of the Tsars”, Veliko Tarnovo is located on the Yantra River and is famously known as the historical capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire, attracting many tourists with its unique architecture. Tsarevets served as the Second Bulgarian Empire’s primary fortress and strongest bulwark from 1185 to 1393. The Etar Architectural-Ethnographic Complex is an open-air museum. It presents the Bulgarian customs, culture and craftsmanship. It spans over an area of 7 ha and contains a total of 50 objects, including water installations and houses with craftsmen’s workshops attached. As a whole, the complex’s goal is to illustrate the architecture, way of life and economy of Gabrovo and the region during the Bulgarian National Revival. It is the place every visitor must experience if he wants to go back home saying that he really saw Bulgaria.