Sofia City Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Sofia City Center
Popular places to visit
Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Gaze in awe at this magnificent cathedral and step inside to see a fascinating collection of mosaics, murals and religious icons.
National Palace of Culture
This impressive castle-like monument is a multipurpose cultural center that hosts art exhibitions, a film festival and concerts by well-known performers.
Sofia Central Mineral Baths
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.
Bulgarian Parliament
Admire the architecture of Bulgaria’s national assembly building and attend a parliamentary session at this elegant government building in Sofia’s city center.
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.
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.
Activities
Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses
From Sofia: Full-Day Tour to Plovdiv and Asen's Fortress
Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars
Sofia: City Monuments Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide
Sofia: Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Tour
From Sofia: Full-Day Tour to Rila Monastery with Options
Our pick of the best Sofia City Center Hotel Deals
Sofia Balkan Palace
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
Central Hotel Sofia
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Rosslyn Thracia Hotel
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
InterContinental Sofia by IHG
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Rosslyn Central Park Hotel
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Sofia City Center
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.
Lozenets
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.
G.K. Serdika
While G.K. Serdika isn't home to many top sights, Mall of Sofia and Vitosha Blvd are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ivan Vazov
If you're spending some time in Ivan Vazov, Vitosha Blvd and Vitoshka Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.
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.
g.k. Strelbishte
Though g.k. Strelbishte may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Vitosha Blvd and National Palace of Culture.
