Iskar Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

National Palace of Culture

National Palace of Culture

3.5/5(2 reviews)

This impressive castle-like monument is a multipurpose cultural center that hosts art exhibitions, a film festival and concerts by well-known performers.

National Palace of Culture
Alexander Nevski Cathedral

Alexander Nevski Cathedral

4/5(2 reviews)

Gaze in awe at this magnificent cathedral and step inside to see a fascinating collection of mosaics, murals and religious icons.

Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Sofia Central Mineral Baths

Sofia Central Mineral Baths

4/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Sofia with a trip to Sofia Central Mineral Baths. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Sofia Central Mineral Baths
Mount Vitosha

Mount Vitosha

4/5(2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Vitosha during your travels in Sofia. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its spas.

Mount Vitosha
Bulgarian Parliament

Bulgarian Parliament

3/5(1 review)

Admire the architecture of Bulgaria’s national assembly building and attend a parliamentary session at this elegant government building in Sofia’s city center.

Bulgarian Parliament
Ivan Vazov National Theatre

Ivan Vazov National Theatre

Sofia’s largest theater combines a fascinating array of art and architecture with a busy schedule of performances by some of Bulgaria’s finest actors.

Ivan Vazov National Theatre

Activities

Sofia: Lovech, Devetaki Cave and Krushuna Waterfalls Tour

Sofia: Lovech, Devetaki Cave and Krushuna Waterfalls Tour

AU$225
per adult
Sofia: Lovech, Devetaki Cave and Krushuna Waterfalls Tour
From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa

From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa

AU$55
per adult
From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa
Bulgaria and Macedonia: Day Tour from Sofia

Bulgaria and Macedonia: Day Tour from Sofia

AU$173
per adult
Bulgaria and Macedonia: Day Tour from Sofia
Private Tea Tasting and Ceremony in Bulgaria

Private Tea Tasting and Ceremony in Bulgaria

AU$17
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Tea Tasting and Ceremony in Bulgaria
Wine and Tapas Boutique Bulgarian Wine Tasting

Wine and Tapas Boutique Bulgarian Wine Tasting

AU$40
per adult
Wine and Tapas Boutique Bulgarian Wine Tasting
Admission Ticket to the Museum of Illusions in Sofia

Admission Ticket to the Museum of Illusions in Sofia

AU$32
per adult
Admission Ticket to the Museum of Illusions in Sofia
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Our pick of the best Iskar Hotel Deals

Montecito Hotel
Montecito Hotel
3 out of 5
357 Tsarigradsko Shose Blvd, Sofia
The price is AU$121 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
AU$121
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Inter Expo and Congress Center and ...
7.6/10 Good! (128 reviews)
"Good, simple, convenient P"

Reviewed on 28 Nov. 2024

Montecito Hotel
Sofia Balkan Palace
Sofia Balkan Palace
5 out of 5
5 Sveta Nedelya Square, Sofia, Sofia
The price is AU$196 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
AU$196
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Excellent stay and met my expectations. The breakfast was excellent!"

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

Sofia Balkan Palace
Rosslyn Thracia Hotel
Rosslyn Thracia Hotel
4 out of 5
Solunska Street 30, Sofia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$153 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$153
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (689 reviews)
"In the heart of the city center. No need to use a car or other transportation. Underground parking very convenient but I would like it to be free for the guests. Some things could be in better shape like the bath tube that had something broken and when you shower water leaks on the floor. Also a ..."

Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025

Rosslyn Thracia Hotel
ART HOTEL 158
ART HOTEL 158
3 out of 5
KNYAZ BORIS I 158, Sofia, Sofia City Province
The price is AU$91 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$91
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Sofia Synagogue and Central Sofia Market ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
A great boutique hotel
"I was in Sofia for pleasure and very much enjoyed my stay. The hotel is conveniently located and it is clear they spent a lot of money completely rebuilding it. The photos on the walls of the property before show this. Quite incredible. All was very good. My only constructive feedback would be that ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jan. 2025

ART HOTEL 158
InterContinental Sofia, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Sofia, an IHG Hotel
5 out of 5
4 NARODNO SABRANIE SQ, Sofia
The price is AU$238 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
AU$238
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (610 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing hotel. Really friendly and helpful staff and room was super clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025

InterContinental Sofia, an IHG Hotel
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
5 out of 5
89B, Vitosha Blvd., Sofia, Sofia
The price is AU$266 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$266
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (404 reviews)
Great service with great comfort
"2nd stay here. 1st one was for 7 nights and this one for 2 nights. Excellent service, big and comfortable rooms, clean, great breakfast, very good restaurants."

Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025

Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
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Other neighbourhoods around Iskar

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Mladost

3/5(1 area review)

If you're spending time in Mladost, check out sights like Inter Expo and Congress Center or Winter Palace of Sports and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mladost 1 or Business Park Station.

Mladost
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Slatina

While there might not be top attractions in Slatina, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arena Armeec and Festivalna Hall.

Slatina
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German

German might not have many top sights, but Sofia Ring Mall and Arena Armeec are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

German
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Studentski Grad

Studentski Grad is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Winter Palace of Sports and Hristo Botev Sport Hall.

Studentski Grad
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Oborishte

Oborishte is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Serdika Center and National Museum of Military History.

Oborishte
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Lozenets

3/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Lozenets include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Sofia Zoo or East Park Trade Centre while you're exploring the area.

Lozenets

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