Guidebook for Sofia
Food Scene
We suggest you visit these restaurants and cafes.
La Branche - Food | Bar | Garden
14 Shipka StreetPalivec Porterhouse
2А ul. "Trakia"Ракия Ракета Бар
17 bul. "Yanko Sakazov"Sofia's Central Market Hall
25 булевард „кн. Мария Луиза“Women's Market
bulevard "Stefan Stambolov"This restaurant serves pizza and barbecue. There is a nice garden and is in the very center of Sofia. The prices are high - this is an exquisite restaurant.
10 locals recommend
Ресторант Victoria Цар Освободител
7 bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel"This restaurant serves pizza and barbecue. There is a nice garden and is in the very center of Sofia. The prices are high - this is an exquisite restaurant.
"The Lucky Man" /Shtastlivetsa is the nickname of the famous Bulgarian writer Aleko Konstantinov, to whom this restaurant was named. You can find his books in English on the Internet - the most famous of which are Bai Gagno and Do Chicago and Back.
These are restaurants in Sofia, Veliko Tarnovo and other cities. The restaurant is very popular due to its pleasant home atmosphere and delicious food. The menu is according to the season. They have a low-price lunch menu at lunch.
9 locals recommend
Shtastlivetsa - San Stefano Plaza
22 ul. "San Stefano""The Lucky Man" /Shtastlivetsa is the nickname of the famous Bulgarian writer Aleko Konstantinov, to whom this restaurant was named. You can find his books in English on the Internet - the most famous of which are Bai Gagno and Do Chicago and Back.
These are restaurants in Sofia, Veliko Tarnovo and other cities. The restaurant is very popular due to its pleasant home atmosphere and delicious food. The menu is according to the season. They have a low-price lunch menu at lunch.
Sense Hotel Rooftop Bar
blvd bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel"This restaurant has a wonderful view of the National Palace of Culture and Vitosha Mountain.
25 locals recommend
The View Restaurant Sofia
89B bulevard "Vitosha"This restaurant has a wonderful view of the National Palace of Culture and Vitosha Mountain.
Grill bar with traditional grill specialties. We recommend you try - meatballs and kebabs. For a garnish, suppose - chutney and beans. You can also take home-cooked meals.
86 locals recommend
SkaraBar
2 ul. "Dimitar Grekov"Grill bar with traditional grill specialties. We recommend you try - meatballs and kebabs. For a garnish, suppose - chutney and beans. You can also take home-cooked meals.
The lagoon is a nice meeting place for both coffee and lunch and dinner. A favorite spot of the Sofia residents is the winter garden, which is located at level -1. There you will find the most delicious cakes and ice creams of your own making. You can drink alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails. Have delicious salads and basic dishes. It is located near the pedestrian boulevard Vitosha in the center of Sofia.
Laguna Vienese Patisserie
13 ul. "Hristo Belchev"The lagoon is a nice meeting place for both coffee and lunch and dinner. A favorite spot of the Sofia residents is the winter garden, which is located at level -1. There you will find the most delicious cakes and ice creams of your own making. You can drink alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails. Have delicious salads and basic dishes. It is located near the pedestrian boulevard Vitosha in the center of Sofia.
Juliano Vienese Hall
57 bul. Kniaz Aleksandar DondukovСладкарница Пчела Витоша
109 bul. "Vitosha"Costa Coffee
2 ul. "Sheynovo"Costa Coffee
2 ul. "Sheynovo"McDonald's
Aleksandar Malinov BoulevardMcDonald's
Aleksandar Malinov BoulevardDominoes pizza can be ordered from the app on the internet with free shipping. Delivery is within 30 minutes of order. Working hours are from 10 am to 10 pm.
https://www.dominos.bg/
18 locals recommend
Domino's Pizza
ulitsa "Byala cherkva"Dominoes pizza can be ordered from the app on the internet with free shipping. Delivery is within 30 minutes of order. Working hours are from 10 am to 10 pm.
https://www.dominos.bg/
Dunkin Donuts
2 ul. "Hemus"KFC
103 bul. "Aleksandar Stamboliyski"Mehana Mamin Kolyo
40 ul. "Pozitano"There is a wonderful view of the Cathedral. It is suitable for morning coffee as well as for lunch or dinner.
11 locals recommend
La Cattedrale
1А pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski"There is a wonderful view of the Cathedral. It is suitable for morning coffee as well as for lunch or dinner.
О!Шипка 2
11 Shipka StreetRussian Restaurant Arbat
10 bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel"Forno Cipollini
36A ul. "Oborishte"Bell View
Бирария "Дървеното"
2А ul. "Krakra"SkaraBar
2 ul. "Dimitar Grekov"HleBar
Str ul. "Tsar Ivan Shishman"Drinks & Nightlife
Bar de Rouge
6 Shipka StreetOnce Upon a Time Library
88 bul. "Vasil Levski"Bedroom Premium Club
2 ul. LegeMagnito
8 ul. LegeRevue Folk Club
10А pl. "Narodno sabranie"Casino Sofia
4 ploshtad "Narodno sabranie"Poison
11 ul. AksakovPiano bar
Sightseeing
There is a crypt under the Cathedral. The entrance is to the left of the main entrance.
369 locals recommend
St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
ploshtad "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski"There is a crypt under the Cathedral. The entrance is to the left of the main entrance.
St. Sofia Church is one of the oldest. Below it is part of old Sofia. The entrance to the dungeon is in front of the church - a glass box. In the church at the altar you can see through the glass beneath some of the excavations.
80 locals recommend
St. Sophia Church
2 ul. "Paris"St. Sofia Church is one of the oldest. Below it is part of old Sofia. The entrance to the dungeon is in front of the church - a glass box. In the church at the altar you can see through the glass beneath some of the excavations.
St. Kyriaki Cathedral Church
20 pl. "Sveta Nedelya"Banya Bashi Mosque
18 булевард „кн. Мария Луиза“Sofia Synagogue
16 Exarch Joseph StreetWhich leg of the horse is lifted? This is the only monument with a horse on which the horse has firmly stepped on 4 legs .....
15 locals recommend
Tsar Osvoboditel Blvd.
bulevard "Tsar Osvoboditel"Which leg of the horse is lifted? This is the only monument with a horse on which the horse has firmly stepped on 4 legs .....
Vasil Levski Monument
bulevard "Vasil Levski"Monument of the Soviet Army
You can often spot military ceremonies here. They are held not only during holidays, but also when prominent guests are greeted for the country - presidents, ministers and others. The fire is never extinguished in honor of the dead.
6 locals recommend
Monument of the Unknown Soldier
4 ul. "Oborishte"You can often spot military ceremonies here. They are held not only during holidays, but also when prominent guests are greeted for the country - presidents, ministers and others. The fire is never extinguished in honor of the dead.
Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski
15 bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel"Union of Bulgarian Artists - Shipka 6
6 Shipka StreetRoyal Stables
108 bul. "Vasil Levski"The Russian church is very beautiful, both from the outside and from the inside. It has a crypt underground, which is visited by many believers around the world. People believe that when they write their wishes on a slip and put it in the box of St. Seraphim's tomb, it will fulfill their wishes. The book of thanks is a proof of the requests made. If you look for this place - there are slips of paper and a pen.
104 locals recommend
Russian Church "Sveti Nikolay Mirlikiiski"
3 bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel"The Russian church is very beautiful, both from the outside and from the inside. It has a crypt underground, which is visited by many believers around the world. People believe that when they write their wishes on a slip and put it in the box of St. Seraphim's tomb, it will fulfill their wishes. The book of thanks is a proof of the requests made. If you look for this place - there are slips of paper and a pen.
At 12.00 every day you can attend a change of guard of the Bulgarian Guards.
On November 1, National Awakening Day, the presidency opens its doors for consideration.
32 locals recommend
President of Republic of Bulgaria
2 bul. Kniaz Aleksandar DondukovAt 12.00 every day you can attend a change of guard of the Bulgarian Guards.
On November 1, National Awakening Day, the presidency opens its doors for consideration.
National Assembly of the Republic of Bulgaria
Council of Ministers
1 bul. Kniaz Aleksandar DondukovThe Rotunda Church of St George
2 bul. Kniaz Aleksandar DondukovSveta Petka Church
10 boulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza"Largo Tourist Information Centre
Highly recommended to explore the central sights of Sofia. They have a site where you can find out how many tours start in different languages.
75 locals recommend
Free Sofia Tour
2 bul. "Vitosha"Highly recommended to explore the central sights of Sofia. They have a site where you can find out how many tours start in different languages.
Holy Synod of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church
4 ul. "Oborishte"Monument volunteer
92 ulitsa „Georgi S. Rakovski“Monument volunteer
92 ulitsa „Georgi S. Rakovski“Monument Trabant
6 ul. "Moskovska"Fountain At Atanas Burov Square
Here you will find wonderful gardens with ponds and streams. Open-air cinema and bars and cafes. The halls host some of the largest cultural exhibitions and concerts. Nearby is the lovers' bridge. There are wonderful fountains. Spring is the best time for photos. This is a place where different groups of people gather and meet and a favorite place for people to skateboard.
182 locals recommend
Park National Palace of Culture
Bulevard "Bulgaria"Here you will find wonderful gardens with ponds and streams. Open-air cinema and bars and cafes. The halls host some of the largest cultural exhibitions and concerts. Nearby is the lovers' bridge. There are wonderful fountains. Spring is the best time for photos. This is a place where different groups of people gather and meet and a favorite place for people to skateboard.
Bulgarian National Bank
2 пл. „Княз Александър I“Parks & Nature
Zaimov Park
Doktorska Gradina
Knyazheska Garden
99А бул. „Евлоги и Христо Георгиеви“Arboretum
Копитото телевизионата кула
Vitosha Park
ulitsa "197-ma"Park "Kambanite"
Boyana Waterfall
Lake Pancharevo
Crystal Garden
University Botanical Garden
49 ul. "Moskovska"Царска градина
Pushkin Park
92 ulitsa „Georgi S. Rakovski“City Garden
Arts & Culture
National Opera and Ballet
30 bul. Kniaz Aleksandar DondukovIvan Vazov National Theater
5 ul. "Dyakon Ignatiy"The National Musical Theater
100 bul. "Vasil Levski"Arena Armeets Sofia
1 bul. "Asen Yordanov"National Art Gallery
1 пл. „Княз Александър I“Gallery 2.0
26 6th September str,Арт магазин за подаръци "Магазинчето Сполука"
47-49 ul. "Tsar Samuil"National Gallery
1 ul. "19-ti fevruari"Earth and People National Museum
4 bulevard "Cherni vrah"National Museum of Natural History
1 bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel"Muzeiko
3 ul. "Professor Boyan Kamenov"Socialist Art Museum
7 ul. "Lachezar Stanchev"Hot Springs
37 ul. "Ekzarh Yosif"Sts. Cyril and Methodius National Library
bulevard "Vasil Levski"National Academy of Arts
1 Shipka StreetRussian Center
34 Shipka StreetBritish Council in Bulgaria
7 ul. "Krakra"Национален Военноисторически музей
92 ulitsa "Cherkovna"National Museum of History
16 ul. "Vitoshko lale"National Polytechnical Museum
66 ul. "Opalchenska"Archeological Museum
площад „Атанас Буров“Sofia City Art Gallery
Bulgaria Hall
1 ul. AksakovShopping
Serdika Center
48 bul. "Sitnyakovo"The Mall
115з Boulevard "Tsarigradsko shose"Mall of Sofia
101 A bul. "Aleksandar Stamboliyski"Bulgaria Mall
69 бул. „България“Ralitsa
62 bul. Kniaz Aleksandar DondukovThe women's market is a typical place for an outdoor market. It has been updated. From there you can buy fresh fruits and vegetables. There are spice shops from Asia and Bulgaria. We recommend that you get savory - dipped or colorful salt, both of which are used in Bulgarian cuisine. Colorful salt is a very nice spice for white cheese and a toast with butter. There you will also find butcher shops - with Bulgarian and Turkish delicacies. Gift shops - from Bulgarian rose oil to handmade household items.
40 locals recommend
Zhenski Pazar Station
The women's market is a typical place for an outdoor market. It has been updated. From there you can buy fresh fruits and vegetables. There are spice shops from Asia and Bulgaria. We recommend that you get savory - dipped or colorful salt, both of which are used in Bulgarian cuisine. Colorful salt is a very nice spice for white cheese and a toast with butter. There you will also find butcher shops - with Bulgarian and Turkish delicacies. Gift shops - from Bulgarian rose oil to handmade household items.