Iskar Travel Guide

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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
Boyana Church

Boyana Church

4/5(2 reviews)

See an incredible collection of perfectly preserved Eastern European Medieval art at this tranquil 10th-century Bulgarian Orthodox church.

Boyana Church
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 and Boyana Church Day Trip

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

AU$35
per adult
96% 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$167
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Day Tour from Sofia to Skopje, North Macedonia
Admission Ticket to the Museum of Illusions in Sofia

Admission Ticket to the Museum of Illusions in Sofia

AU$30
per adult
Admission Ticket to the Museum of Illusions in Sofia
Bulgaria and Macedonia: Day Tour from Sofia

Bulgaria and Macedonia: Day Tour from Sofia

AU$183
per adult
Bulgaria and Macedonia: Day Tour from Sofia
From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Plovdiv Town Full-Day Trip

From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Plovdiv Town Full-Day Trip

AU$119
per adult
From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Plovdiv Town Full-Day Trip
From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa

From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa

AU$58
per adult
From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa
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Our pick of the best Iskar Hotel Deals

Sofia Balkan Palace
Sofia Balkan Palace
5 out of 5
5 Sveta Nedelya Square, Sofia, Sofia
The price is AU$190 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$190
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (997 reviews)
"I had a great experience staying at this hotel and would highly recommend it."

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2025

Sofia Balkan Palace
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
5 out of 5
89B, Vitosha Blvd., Sofia, Sofia
The price is AU$293 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$293
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (438 reviews)
"Absolutely loved this property and all that it offers. From the very helpful staff, to the beautiful amenities, our last night in Sofia ended on a great note due to this hotel."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Rosslyn Thracia Hotel
Rosslyn Thracia Hotel
4 out of 5
Solunska Street 30, Sofia
The price is AU$167 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$167
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (728 reviews)
"The lady at check in was nice and efficient. Room 307 is larger than I expected, clean with a comfortable bed. Location is in the middle of the main walking street for food and sites."

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2025

Rosslyn Thracia Hotel
InterContinental Sofia by IHG
InterContinental Sofia by IHG
5 out of 5
4 NARODNO SABRANIE SQ, Sofia
The price is AU$214 per night from 23 June to 24 June
AU$214
23 June - 24 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (659 reviews)
"The hotel is nice, but doesn't provide a 5 service. It was clean, staff were helpful and the location is great. However, amenities were lacking, water pressure was poor and there is only one elevator to serve too many rooms. Also, breakfast is overpriced."

Reviewed on 7 Jun. 2025

InterContinental Sofia by IHG
Grand Hotel Sofia
Grand Hotel Sofia
5 out of 5
1 Gurko Str, Sofia
The price is AU$255 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$255
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
"excellent location, huge and comfortable room, good breakfast"

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Grand Hotel Sofia
Novotel Sofia
Novotel Sofia
4 out of 5
115 N Tsarigradsko Shosse Blvd, Sofia
The price is AU$159 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$159
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (343 reviews)
Good location
"Great hotel stay whilst on business in Sofia that's close to airport and short taxi from centre"

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

Novotel Sofia
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Other neighbourhoods around Iskar

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kv. Gorublyane

3/5(1 area review)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in kv. Gorublyane and surrounding area, you can visit Inter Expo and Congress Center and Princess Outlet.

kv. Gorublyane
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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 Hristo Botev Sport Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mladost 1 or Business Park Station.

Mladost
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Studentski Grad

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

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 Oborishte park.

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
Monument to the Liberating Tsar showing a monument, a statue or sculpture and a square or plaza

Sredets District

If you're spending some time in Sredets District, Monument to the Liberating Tsar and Borisova Gradina Park are top sights worth seeing.

Sredets District

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