Northwest Bulgaria
Travel Guide
Visit Northwest Bulgaria
Where to stay in Northwest Bulgaria
Sofia City Center
Noted for its museums and historic sites, there's plenty to explore in Sofia City Center. Top attractions like Slaveykov Square and Ivan Vazov National Theatre are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Serdika Station or Lavov Most Station to see more of the city.
Lozenets
Unique features of Lozenets include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Expo 2000 Congress Centre or Borisova Gradina Park while you're exploring the area.
Sredets District
While visiting Sredets District, you might make a stop by sights like Monument to the Liberating Tsar and Borisova Gradina Park.
Rajon Triaditsa
If you're spending some time in Rajon Triaditsa, Vitosha Blvd and National Palace of Culture are top sights worth seeing.
Vitosha District
Vitosha District is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mount Vitosha and Boyana Church.
Mladost
While you're in Mladost, take in top sights like Inter Expo and Congress Center or Winter Palace of Sports, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Mladost 1 or Business Park Station.
Grand Hotel Sofia
The room is OK. But the staff at the reception is kind of cold.
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Sofia Balkan Palace
Great location, right next to the Metro. Easy walk to all the main attractions - one is 50m away!
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026
ART HOTEL 158
Main attractions are within walking distance and it’s so convenient when you don’t have a car.
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026
Dunav Apartment House
The apartment was nice and clean. However I wasn’t sent check in instruction and codes and had to follow up with the property. Additionally the room smelt of cigarettes.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026
Flora Residence Daisy
The listing for this apartment hotel was misleading. It said that it has Spa Facilities and swimming pool but it did not. There was such in nearby building in another hotel with similar name that charged extra 43 eur and said they have nothing to do with Flora Daisy
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
DOT Sofia
This hotel was clean and modern and the staff was very quick to respond to inquiries. It was close to downtown so it was an easy walk to anything we wanted to see. Would recommend and stay here again.
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
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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 stop at Sofia Central Mineral Baths. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Vitosha Blvd
During your visit to Sofia, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Vitosha Blvd. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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.
Vitoshka Boulevard
Stroll along the spacious main shopping street of Sofia and enjoy the mix of heritage façades, renowned retailers, leafy trees and lively cafés.
