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Visit Bulgaria 🇧🇬

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My top recommendations of places to visit, sights to see and things to do if you come to Bulgaria! I hope this guide helps you explore our beautiful and often overlooked country!
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Sofia

The capital city of Bulgaria.
 
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30 minutes away from the capital city, Vitosha Mountain is perfect for hike or ski adventure!
Vitosha Mountain
 
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The main tourist hub in Sofia, bars, cafes and restaurants.
Vitosha Boulevard
 
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Theatre, Comedy, Music and Dance! Make sure to check out what is playing on your next visit.
National Palace of Culture
 
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City park with gardens, play areas and fountains.
Sofia South Park
 
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Fantastic shows for the whole family!
Sofia Puppet Theatre
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A beautiful walk with food stops along the way (pushchair friendly).
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A lovely park with lots of nature spots and wildlife to spot!
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Plovdiv

One of the oldest towns in Europe.
 
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A stunning price of architecture, performances and concerts available in Spring and Summer!
Ancient Stadium of Philippopolis
 
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Every year, Kapana comes alive with music and performance. Don't miss it if you're in Plovdiv!
Kapana Fest
 
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Stunning buildings and hidden traditional restaurants and craft shops.
Plovdiv Old Town
 
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A wonderful park with fountains, gardens and statues.
Park Tsar Simeon
 
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Great for a walk or run, dog friendly with food spots along the way.
Rowing Canal Plovdiv

Coast

Warm water, golden sand and beautiful views!
 
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Previous home of a Romanian Queen, stunning views with beautiful gardens.
Balchik Palace
 
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A beautiful garden in the heart of Varna.
Sea Garden
 
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An ancient seaside town often overlooked by tourists!
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Nature, Festivals and more!

 
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Stunning cave with two huge holes resembling eyes.
Prohodna
 
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A beautiful Monastery in the Rila Mountains. Don't forget to try the Mekitsi!
Rila Monastery
 
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Monument celebrating the end of the Bulgarian Turkish War.
Shipka Monument
 
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A stunning Fortress in the old capital city of Bulgaria.
Tsarevets (fortress)
 
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If you love wine rake a trip to Melnik!
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If you love cherries, make sure to visit Kyustandil in the Summer for the Cherry Festival!
The Cherry Holiday – the Most Delicious Traditional Festival in Bulgaria