Guided Walking Tour of Sofia | La Vacanza Travel

Guided Walking Tour of Sofia

Duration: 2 hours
Destination: Bulgaria, Sofia City Province, Sofia
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  • 2 hours
  • Sofia
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

With this guided tour you will have the chance to see and get to know the history behind Sofia`s historical landmarks located in the center. The capital of Bulgaria has preserved heritage from different cultures and epochs- Roman, Early Christian. Ottoman, Bulgarian, Soviet. You will walk by all of the important buildings while your guide is telling you their stories. You will also enter for free the three most iconic places in Sofia- Saint Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Saint Sofia Basilica and Saint George Rotunda.

This tour is done as a private tour without an additional charge if there is only one reservation for a given date and time which most often is the case.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Aleksander Nevski Square, Sofia Bulgaria

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral:
The tour guide will meet you at the entrance of the cathedral. This is also the first point of interest where the tour will start. Your guide will explain the story of Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and how, when, and why it was built. It is an indisputable truth that its representation is symbolic of the capital.


Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Saint Sofia Church, ul.Parizh 2, Sofia Bulgaria

Saint Sofia Church:
The second stop of the tour is Saint Sofia Church, one of the most valuable pieces of Early Christian architecture in Southeastern Europe. You will have the chance to enter the best-preserved basilica in the area.


Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Monument to the Tsar Liberator, Sofia Center, pl. "Narodno sabranie", 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria

Monument of Tsar Liberator:
The walking tour continues with admission to the monument “Tsar Liberator” - an equestrian monument in the center of Sofia.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Church of St. Nicholas the Miraclemaker, Sofia Center, bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel" 3, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria

Russian Church:
The next stop is the beautiful temple of Eastern Orthodox Christianity, known as the Church of St Nicholas the Miracle-Maker. The church was built in the style of Russian Revival Epoque and its unique architecture would definitely make an impression on you.


Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Ivan Vazov National Theater, Dyakon Ignatii 5 str., Sofia 1000 Bulgaria

National Theater “Ivan Vazov”:
The following stop is the National Theatre - another important landmark of Sofia. The theatre's Neoclassical building, with its golden plated decoration, designed by famous Viennese theatre architects is also a symbolic image of the capital itself.



Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Ancient Serdica Archaeological Complex, ul.Serdika 5 Sofia Center, Sofia 1000 Bulgaria

Serdica Roman remains:
Afterwards, the city tour heads straight to the heart of the ancient Roman town Serdica – remains of which were found during the subway building in 2015, right between the Presidency and the Council of Ministers.


Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: The Presidency Building, 2 Dondukov Blvd, Sofia 1000 Bulgaria

Presidency and Parliament:
You will see both buildings from outside. The tour guide will explain who and when they were constructed by and other interesting facts from the communist period.


Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Sofia's Central Market Hall, Knyagina Maria Luisa Blvd. 25, Sofia 1000 Bulgaria

Central mineral springs:
The earliest documentary of the oldest springs on the territory of Sofia is the one next to the Central Market (Halli). It was known and used in the ancient times - the rest you will hear as well as curious stories directly from your guide.



Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: The Rotunda Church of St George, Bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2, Sofia 1000 Bulgaria

Rotunda “St. George”:
This is a temple of early Christianity and is the best-preserved building from ancient times, in Sofia.


Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Cathedral of Saint Nedelya, Sofia Center, pl. "Sveta Nedelya" 20, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria

Church “Sveta Nedelya”:
The cathedral of Sveta Nedelya is an orthodox church, with patron Saint Nedelya.
The square next to the cathedral is a central point and is well-known for historical events during royalism.


Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Sofia Court House, bul.Vitosha 2, Sofia 1000 Bulgaria

The Sofia Court House
Known as the Palace of Justice, this building in Sofia, accommodates several courts in the city and is famous for its beautiful architecture and rare interior.


Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Vitosha Boulevard, Sofia Bulgaria

Vitosha bulevard (pedestrian area):
The last stop is at the beginning of the pedestrian area of Vitosha bulevard.


Duration: 5 minutes

Inclusions
  • Private/ Small-group tour (10 people max)
  • Walking sightseeing tour in the heart of the city
  • Professional live guide

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Patriarchal Cathedral of St. Alexander Nevsky, Sofia Center, pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski", 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria


Return Details

Vitosha Boulevard, Sofia Center, bul. "Vitosha", Sofia, Bulgaria

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

2 hours


User's Reviews

Hector_M

14 Apr, 2024

The guide was great and very passionate. The information he gave us was historical and delivered with charm. I would recommend this tour but it could last 4 hours easy.

veronicah71

10 Apr, 2024

My son (12 years old) and I went on the Sofia walking tour this morning. We were the only ones so it was a literally private tour :). Our guide, Petar, was very nice and knowledgeable, he showed us around and answered all our questions.

Eugene_G

06 Apr, 2024

I had to change my visit last minute because of a canceled flight and they accommodated me with a new tour and were super helpful ! The tour was superb and the guide incredibly knowledgeable!

Denise_F

06 Apr, 2024

A magical walk through the history of Sofia. The guide was so informative, even taking me to a museum I did not know existed, where I could (with the aid of VR help to build a fortress wall. I even got to see the ruins of the fortress I helped to build! One of my best walks ever!

Erick_F

01 Apr, 2024

Getting to visit another country in a day was so much fun. The local Skopje guide was very knowledgeable and resourceful. However, spending almost 10 hours in a car (two-way trip) was a bit exhausting.

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