The Boyana Waterfall is 25 metres high and is the largest waterfall in the Vitosha Mountains. The area around the Boyana Waterfall has largely retained its natural beauty. In spring, when the sky is clear, the waterfall can be seen even from Sofia. And when the snow melts in the highest parts of Vitosha, the […]
Zaimov Park is one of the smaller, yet very beautiful parks in the city. During the warmer months, you can enjoy a variety of farmers’ markets and an open-air theatre organised by the iconic ‘Sofia Theatre’. There are several bars in the park, including the Raketa Rakia Bar, which exudes a sense of socialist nostalgia. […]
The International Park of the Children of the World, better known as ‘The Bells’, was built in 1979 on the initiative of Lyudmila Zhivkova to mark Bulgaria’s hosting of the International Children’s Assembly ‘Flag of Peace’. In the centre of the park stands a 37-metre-high concrete monument consisting of four vertical pylons aligned with the […]
We present to you the continuation of South Park – just a short walk away and you’ll find yourself in the so-called ‘Dog Park’, which is actually a huge and beautiful park. With a name like that, you can guess for yourself that the place is a favourite with owners of four-legged friends. When the […]
Did you know that over 260 species of birds can be spotted in Sofia? This makes us the capital city with the richest birdlife in Europe. And did you know that you can see 65 of them all in one place? South Park offers you this opportunity. Immerse yourself in the picturesque natural surroundings and […]
We invite you to take a stroll through the centre of Sofia, combining the city’s natural charm with our cultural heritage and exceptionally delicious local cuisine. Start on Oborishte Street, where you can enjoy the wonderful culinary offerings of restaurants, brunch spots and wine gardens. After that, be sure to head to the Doctors’ Garden. […]
Few capital cities can boast a large mountain that is effectively a neighbourhood of the city, just 15 minutes from the centre. Vitosha Mountain has long been the backbone and lungs of Sofia, offering skiing in winter and unique sights, nature trails, waterfalls and mountain huts in a quiet, peaceful and exceptionally beautiful setting just […]
Much of the diverse plant life of the Balkans can be found in the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences’ Botanical Garden. Over the years, it has been relocated several times. It was originally situated in the Royal Garden in the centre of Sofia, then moved to the Hladilnika district, and in the late 1960s settled in […]
A wonderful way to spend time in the great outdoors whilst enjoying the incredible views this spot has to offer. There are several routes you can take, but whichever one you choose, you can’t go wrong. Your first option is to take the footpath and cycle lane from the shore of Pancharevo Lake to the […]
