Iskar Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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
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
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
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
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 walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Mount Vitosha
Sofia University

Sofia University

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Sofia University during your travels in Sofia. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Sofia University

Activities

From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa

From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa

AU$57
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$179
per adult
Bulgaria and Macedonia: Day Tour from Sofia
Sofia: Lovech, Devetaki Cave and Krushuna Waterfalls Tour

Sofia: Lovech, Devetaki Cave and Krushuna Waterfalls Tour

AU$232
per adult
Sofia: Lovech, Devetaki Cave and Krushuna Waterfalls Tour
From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Day Trip

Sofia: Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Guided Tour

AU$40
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Sofia: Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Guided Tour
Day Tour from Sofia to Skopje, North Macedonia

Day Tour from Sofia to Skopje, North Macedonia

AU$163
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Day Tour from Sofia to Skopje, North Macedonia
From Sofia: Kosovo and North Macedonia 2-Day Tour

From Sofia: Kosovo and North Macedonia 2-Day Tour

AU$895
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Sofia: Kosovo and North Macedonia 2-Day Tour
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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$127 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$127
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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$255 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$255
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (996 reviews)
"Good location. Clean room although was unable to control room temperature to air conditioning as it was in heating mode"

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Sofia Balkan Palace
InterContinental Sofia by IHG
InterContinental Sofia by IHG
5 out of 5
4 NARODNO SABRANIE SQ, Sofia
The price is AU$205 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$205
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (626 reviews)
"Perfect hotel , great breakfast, very good service - only issue is the gym which is old fashion and doesn’t have walking / running machine"

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2025

InterContinental Sofia by IHG
Grand Hotel Sofia
Grand Hotel Sofia
5 out of 5
1 Gurko Str, Sofia
The price is AU$227 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$227
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sofia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (996 reviews)
Great Stay
"A very good well presented hotel in a great location for the city attractions, bars and restaurants. The hotel was comfortable with huge bedrooms, great shower room, temperature control and wi-fi. The breakfast was excellent with a good choice of hot or cold. The staff were very attentive and helpful, ..."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Grand Hotel Sofia
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
5 out of 5
89B, Vitosha Blvd., Sofia, Sofia
The price is AU$286 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$286
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (413 reviews)
"Outstanding"

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Rosslyn Thracia Hotel
Rosslyn Thracia Hotel
4 out of 5
Solunska Street 30, Sofia
The price is AU$165 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$165
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (697 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Highly recommend. The place was clean, modern, and conformable. Close to everything. No complaints"

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Rosslyn Thracia Hotel
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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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zh.k. Eksperimentalen

While zh.k. Eksperimentalen may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Inter Expo and Congress Center and Sofia Ring Mall.

zh.k. Eksperimentalen
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German

German might not have many top sights, but Sofia Ring Mall and Simeonovo Lift 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 Borisova Gradina Park while you're exploring the area.

Lozenets

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