Title: Visit Northwest Bulgaria: Best of Northwest Bulgaria Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Northwest Bulgaria](https://expedia.ca/Northwest-Bulgaria-Hotels.d6050208.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Northwest Bulgaria](https://expedia.ca/Northwest-Bulgaria-Vacation-Rentals.d6050208.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Northwest Bulgaria](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Northwest-Bulgaria.d6050208.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Northwest Bulgaria Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Northwest-Bulgaria.d6050208.Car-Rental-Guide)[Northwest Bulgaria Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Northwest-Bulgaria.d6050208.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Northwest Bulgaria ## Travel Guide ![Boyana Church which includes a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81084-Boyana-Church.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Church of St. George featuring a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81073-Church-Of-St-George.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Church of St. George which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81069-Church-Of-St-George.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Church of St. George showing street scenes as well as an individual male](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81067-Church-Of-St-George.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Church of St. George showing interior views as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81076-Church-Of-St-George.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Northwest Bulgaria Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Northwest Bulgaria ![Sofia featuring heritage architecture and a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/206000/206647-Sofia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sofia City Center 4/5(32 area reviews) Noted for its museums and historic sites, there's plenty to explore in Sofia City Center. Top attractions like Ivan Vazov National Theatre and National Archaeological Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Serdika Station or Lavov Most Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Sofia-City-Center.dx3000660880) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lozenets 4/5(4 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Lozenets.dx3000660879) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mladost 4/5(4 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Mladost.dx553248635974587104) ![Monument to the Liberating Tsar which includes a monument, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81145-Monument-To-The-Liberating-Tsar.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sredets District While visiting Sredets District, you might make a stop by sights like Monument to the Liberating Tsar and Central Military Club. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Sredets-District.dx553248635976006865) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507340-national-museum-of-history.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vitosha District Vitosha District is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mount Vitosha and Boyana Church. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Vitosha-District.dx553248635939577099) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507259-sofia-court-house.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rajon Triaditsa If you're spending some time in Rajon Triaditsa, Vitosha Blvd and National Palace of Culture are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Rajon-Triaditsa.dx553248635976007013) - Northwest Bulgaria Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Northwest Bulgaria ![Sofia Balkan Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2000/1978/b6f761b2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sofia Balkan Palace 5 Sveta Nedelya Square Sofia Sofia CA $162 CA $181 total Jan 11 - Jan 12 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! (1,002 reviews) Staff Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F01%2F2026&endDate=12%2F01%2F2026&selected=1978&PinnedHotelID=1978&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6050208) ![Grand Hotel Sofia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1156200/1156140/ce50095c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Hotel Sofia 1 Gurko Str Sofia CA $182 CA $204 total Jan 31 - Feb 1 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this 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! (999 reviews) fantastic location--central to literally everything! Very friendly and helpful staff. Large and quiet rooms. Great sauna. What's not to like? The breakfast is perfectly fine but not great--that is the only small downside. Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026&selected=1156140&PinnedHotelID=1156140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6050208) ![Central Hotel Sofia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1400000/1397800/1397742/e6547c55_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Central Hotel Sofia 52, Hristo Botev Blvd. Sofia CA $83 CA $95 total Jan 11 - Jan 12 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Very good. Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F01%2F2026&endDate=12%2F01%2F2026&selected=1397742&PinnedHotelID=1397742&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6050208) [See all 914 properties in Northwest Bulgaria](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F01%2F2026&endDate=09%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6050208) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Dunav Apartment House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64610000/64609800/64609777/40c28a65_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dunav Apartment House Dunav street 38 Sofia Sofia City Province Stay at this aparthotel in Sofia. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room massages, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Saint Sofia Monument and Sveta Petka Samardjiyska ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (30 reviews) Central location, the facilities were good enough. Reception works 9 to 5, and as we arrived after 5 we were given instructions on how to check in and which apartment to go to. When we went to that apartment, however, it was already occupied by other people 😁. In the end we managed to find the apartment ... Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Hotels-CityResidence-Aparthotel.h64609777.Hotel-Information) ![Agora Boutique](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100720000/100714600/100714540/f00fdb0a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Agora Boutique 16 Uzundzhovska str Sofia Sofia Stay at this aparthotel in Sofia. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Ethnographic Institute with Museum and ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews) We had a great stay at this hotel, which is right on the corner with Vitosha street. Great location, walkable to all the main attractions. Plenty of restaurants nearby. The room was also great, there is an AC. We could leave our bags at reception after check-out. Breakfast was at a nearby cafe Memento ... Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Hotels-Agora-Boutique-Self-Check-In.h100714540.Hotel-Information) ![Flora Residence Daisy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103410000/103408600/103408551/34460b2b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Flora Residence Daisy Main Street, next to children slope Samokov Sofia Province Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Samokov. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a sauna. Popular attractions Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School and ... 7.6/10 Good! (5 reviews) Nice property, clean and comfortable. Staff always happy to help Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Samokov-Hotels-Flora-Residence-Daisy.h103408551.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Northwest Bulgaria](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6050208&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Alexander-Nevski-Cathedral-Sofia-City-Center.d6097802.Vacation-Attraction) ![National Palace of Culture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507364-national-palace-of-culture.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Palace of Culture 4.5/5(5 reviews) This impressive castle-like monument is a multipurpose cultural center that hosts art exhibitions, a film festival and concerts by well-known performers. [](https://expedia.ca/National-Palace-Of-Culture-Sofia-City-Center.d6097814.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sofia Central Mineral Baths](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/fec5d4dda121f080cc0dbefde8cfba04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Central-Mineral-Baths-Sofia-City-Center.d6097840.Vacation-Attraction) ![Bulgarian Parliament](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507257-bulgarian-parliament.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bulgarian Parliament 4/5(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. [](https://expedia.ca/Bulgarian-Parliament-Sofia-City-Center.d6097806.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mount Vitosha](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1aeeaf16cb11708e544582517db4fd5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Vitosha 4.5/5(2 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Vitosha during your travels in Sofia. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Vitosha-Vitosha-District.d6097834.Vacation-Attraction) ![Vitoshka Boulevard](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507287-sofia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Vitoshka-Boulevard-Rajon-Triaditsa.d6170818.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Northwest Bulgaria ![Sofia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507294-sofia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sofia ![Vidin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/6e4199b7b0218d32538a66228b5be956.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Vidin ![Photo by Nora Mlazgova](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9d5d130630959b13e2cbc7cc16f20061.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Borovets ![Photo by Светлозар Димов](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a61fffd27d8ae2dba7dc608a1989cca2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Troyan - Cities near Northwest Bulgaria - Places of interest [Sofia](https://expedia.ca/Sofia.dx3235)[Vidin](https://expedia.ca/Vidin.dx10276)[Borovets](https://expedia.ca/Borovets.dx602265)[Troyan](https://expedia.ca/Troyan.dx6053976)[Samokov](https://expedia.ca/Samokov.dx6125536)[Dupnitsa](https://expedia.ca/Dupnitsa.dx6128671)[Blagoevgrad](https://expedia.ca/Blagoevgrad.dx6144670)[Koprivshtitsa](https://expedia.ca/Koprivshtitsa.dx6256053)[Pernik](https://expedia.ca/Pernik.dx6298330)[Belogradchik](https://expedia.ca/Belogradchik.dx6336405)[Belchin](https://expedia.ca/Belchin.dx6352359)[Teteven](https://expedia.ca/Teteven.dx6353083)[Islaz](https://expedia.ca/Islaz.dx3000020611)[Tipchenitsa](https://expedia.ca/Tipchenitsa.dx3000043529)[Strelcha](https://expedia.ca/Strelcha.dx3000043537)[Starosel](https://expedia.ca/Starosel.dx3000043544)[Sapareva Banya](https://expedia.ca/Sapareva-Banya.dx3000043566)[Ravno Pole](https://expedia.ca/Ravno-Pole.dx3000043580) - [Alexander Nevski Cathedral ](https://expedia.ca/Alexander-Nevski-Cathedral-Sofia-City-Center.d6097802.Vacation-Attraction) - [National Palace of Culture ](https://expedia.ca/National-Palace-Of-Culture-Sofia-City-Center.d6097814.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sofia Central Mineral Baths ](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Central-Mineral-Baths-Sofia-City-Center.d6097840.Vacation-Attraction) - [Bulgarian Parliament ](https://expedia.ca/Bulgarian-Parliament-Sofia-City-Center.d6097806.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mount Vitosha ](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Vitosha-Vitosha-District.d6097834.Vacation-Attraction) - [Vitoshka Boulevard ](https://expedia.ca/Vitoshka-Boulevard-Rajon-Triaditsa.d6170818.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ivan Vazov National Theatre ](https://expedia.ca/Ivan-Vazov-National-Theatre-Sofia-City-Center.d6097820.Vacation-Attraction) - [National Museum of History ](https://expedia.ca/National-Museum-Of-History-Vitosha-District.d6097810.Vacation-Attraction) - [Church of St. George ](https://expedia.ca/Church-Of-St-George-Sofia-City-Center.d6097822.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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