Full Day Sofia Tour
Sofia is one of the oldest cities on the Balkans found by the Thracian tribe Serdi. In 29 A.D. Sofia became the capital of the Roman province of Inner Dacia. Through the ages, the city played role as an important trading center in the Byzantine and Bulgarian Empires. Under Ottoman rule, Sofia was the center of Rumelia province. Sofia became the capital of restored Bulgaria in 1879, with a population of only about 12,000. Today many streets, buildings, parks, and even whole neighborhoods preserve the architectural style from the turn of the century. We will explore the compact city center, Boyana Church (UNESCO) and the National History Museum - one of the largest on the Balkans.
Options
Full Day Tour
What's included in Full Day Sofia Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Your day of sightseeing begins with a short transfer from your accommodation to the starting point of the guided walking tour - Alexander Nevski Cathedral. It is considered the biggest Orthodox basilica on the Balkans and it is a true architectural masterpiece It was built in 45 years time and financed only by the private donations of the people of Bulgaria. With your guide, you will explore it from outside and then from the inside.
Ivan Vazov National TheaterPass-by Only
The theatre's Neoclassical building was designed by the famous Viennese architects Hermann Helmer and Ferdinand Fellner. It has a striking and very photogenic facade. Your guide will tell you more about the history of theatre and the symbolism of the figures presented on the facade.
National Art GalleryPass-by Only
The National Art Gallery and the National Ethnographic Museum are housed in the former Bulgarian king's palace. Did you know that the last Bulgarian monarch became a prime minister after the communist regime in Bulgaria? Some of the stories connected with the Bulgaria kings and queens from the Saxe-Coburg and Gota dynasty are as colourful as of their relatives ruling powerful kingdoms in Western Europe. Some of them will be presented by your guide in an intriguing way.
Inclusions
- English-speaking guide throughout the tour
- Admission tickets for the Boyana Church and the National History Museum
- Transportation with modern air-conditioned vehicle.
- Meals
- drinks
- personal expenses.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Behind Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, in front of "La Cattedrale" restaurant
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Dress code is smart casual • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended