{"id":21494,"date":"2026-02-25T16:25:56","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T16:25:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/"},"modified":"2026-03-11T13:18:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T13:18:15","slug":"what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/","title":{"rendered":"What to see in Sofia in 2 days (and why you need 3)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What to see in Sofia in two days. Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, is one of the oldest cities in Europe and also one of the most affordable to visit. Located in the west of the country, near Serbia and North Macedonia, it combines Roman ruins, Orthodox churches, socialist-era architecture, and monumental buildings.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this practical guide we tell you what to see in Sofia in 2 days, with a walking itinerary, approximate distances and real tips to organize your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And we&#8217;ll tell you something in advance: if you can, stay for 3 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Indice: <\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ae135f49e9ee\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: 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ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#%F0%9F%97%BA_Map_of_the_itinerary_what_to_see_in_Sofia_in_two_days\" >&#x1f5fa; Map of the itinerary: what to see in Sofia in two days<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Day_1_in_Sofia_walking_itinerary_through_the_historic_center\" >Day 1 in Sofia: walking itinerary through the historic center<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Vitosha_Boulevard\" >Vitosha Boulevard<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#National_Palace_of_Culture_NDK\" >National Palace of Culture (NDK)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Sveta_Nedelya_Cathedral\" >Sveta Nedelya Cathedral<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Church_of_St_George_Rotunda\" >Church of St. George (Rotunda)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Statue_of_Sofia\" >Statue of Sofia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Church_of_Sveta_Petka\" >Church of Sveta Petka<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Roman_Ruins_of_Serdica\" >Roman Ruins of Serdica<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Banya_Bashi_Mosque\" >Banya Bashi Mosque<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Sofia_Central_Mineral_Baths\" >Sofia Central Mineral Baths<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Central_Market_Hall\" >Central Market Hall<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Lions_Bridge\" >Lions\u2019 Bridge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Day_2_in_Sofia_icons_and_monumental_buildings\" >Day 2 in Sofia: icons and monumental buildings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#City_Garden\" >City Garden<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Ivan_Vazov_National_Theatre\" >Ivan Vazov National Theatre<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Royal_Palace\" >Royal Palace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Alexander_Nevsky_Cathedral\" >Alexander Nevsky Cathedral<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Church_of_Saint_Sofia\" >Church of Saint Sofia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#National_Assembly\" >National Assembly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Day_3_must-see_Rila_Monastery\" >Day 3 must-see: Rila Monastery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Practical_tips_for_traveling_to_Sofia\" >Practical tips for traveling to Sofia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Where_to_stay_in_Sofia\" >Where to stay in Sofia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#How_to_get_there\" >How to get there<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Internet_in_Bulgaria\" >Internet in Bulgaria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Travel_insurance\" >Travel insurance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-sofia-in-2-days-and-why-you-need-3\/#Watch_the_full_tour_video\" >Watch the full tour video<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%97%BA_Map_of_the_itinerary_what_to_see_in_Sofia_in_two_days\"><\/span>&#x1f5fa; <strong>Map of the itinerary: what to see in Sofia in two days<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here you can see the complete route organized by days, with all the points marked so you can easily follow it on foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/0\/embed?mid=142fpngBZ4MdMTFy0RlADP1eGvVueUkM&#038;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_1_in_Sofia_walking_itinerary_through_the_historic_center\"><\/span>Day 1 in Sofia: walking itinerary through the historic center<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/11-Sofia.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21456\" srcset=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/11-Sofia.jpg 800w, https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/11-Sofia-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most of the stops on the first day can be explored on foot. If you stay near Vitosha Boulevard, almost everything is within easy walking distance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vitosha_Boulevard\"><\/span>Vitosha Boulevard<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The city\u2019s main pedestrian street. It\u2019s the best place to start getting a feel for Sofia: restaurants, caf\u00e9s, shops, and a local atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Free walking tours also usually start here, which is a great option for a first historical introduction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f449; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/ar\/sofia\/free-tour-sofia\/?aid=10563&amp;cmp=PostSofia\">Free tour in Sofia<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Palace_of_Culture_NDK\"><\/span>National Palace of Culture (NDK)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">About 900 meters along the boulevard, you\u2019ll find the National Palace of Culture, inaugurated in 1981.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is one of the most representative buildings of the socialist period and currently operates as a congress and events center. In front of it, there is a large park with fountains, ideal for taking a break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sveta_Nedelya_Cathedral\"><\/span>Sveta Nedelya Cathedral<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/08-Sofia.jpg\" alt=\"qu\u00e9 ver en dos d\u00edas en Sof\u00eda\" class=\"wp-image-21454\" srcset=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/08-Sofia.jpg 800w, https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/08-Sofia-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the way back toward the historic center, this Orthodox cathedral stands out for its large central dome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Entry is free (it is an active place of worship). If you wish to take photos inside, they may ask for a small contribution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A bombing took place here in 1925 that marked the country\u2019s history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Church_of_St_George_Rotunda\"><\/span>Church of St. George (Rotunda)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just a few meters away stands the oldest preserved building in Sofia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Built in the 4th century, during Roman times when the city was called Serdica, this small red-brick church preserves medieval frescoes and is a must-visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Statue_of_Sofia\"><\/span>Statue of Sofia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before crossing toward the archaeological area, you\u2019ll see this large statue inaugurated in 2000, which replaced a former statue of Lenin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It has become one of the modern symbols of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Church_of_Sveta_Petka\"><\/span>Church of Sveta Petka<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Small, partially sunken below the current street level, and with medieval frescoes inside. Many people walk past without noticing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Roman_Ruins_of_Serdica\"><\/span>Roman Ruins of Serdica<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here you are literally walking over the ancient Roman city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can explore remains of streets, houses, and walls. Access is free and helps you imagine the importance this city had during the imperial era.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Banya_Bashi_Mosque\"><\/span>Banya Bashi Mosque<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/10-Sofia.jpg\" alt=\"qu\u00e9 ver en dos d\u00edas en Sof\u00eda\" class=\"wp-image-21458\" srcset=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/10-Sofia.jpg 800w, https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/10-Sofia-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Built in the 16th century during the Ottoman period, it is still an active mosque.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its name refers to the old thermal baths over which it was built.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sofia_Central_Mineral_Baths\"><\/span>Sofia Central Mineral Baths<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Right across from it are the former thermal baths, now converted into the Sofia History Museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Outside, it is still common to see people filling bottles at the mineral water fountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Central_Market_Hall\"><\/span>Central Market Hall<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An early 20th-century building, recently restored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A good place to take a break, try something local, or simply observe everyday life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lions_Bridge\"><\/span>Lions\u2019 Bridge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">About 600 meters from the market stands this 19th-century bridge guarded by four lion sculptures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a less touristy area, but interesting for understanding the city\u2019s expansion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_2_in_Sofia_icons_and_monumental_buildings\"><\/span>Day 2 in Sofia: icons and monumental buildings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"City_Garden\"><\/span>City Garden<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The oldest park in the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you visit Sofia in March, you\u2019ll see many people wearing red and white bracelets:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/06-Sofia.jpg\" alt=\"Qu\u00e9 ver en sof\u00edas\" class=\"wp-image-21460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/06-Sofia.jpg 800w, https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/06-Sofia-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ivan_Vazov_National_Theatre\"><\/span>Ivan Vazov National Theatre<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most important theatre in Bulgaria, inaugurated in 1907.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its neoclassical fa\u00e7ade makes it one of the most photogenic buildings in Sofia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Royal_Palace\"><\/span>Royal Palace<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The former royal residence, now home to the National Art Gallery and the Ethnographic Museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Russian Church of St. Nicholas<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/03-Sofia.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21462\" srcset=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/03-Sofia.jpg 800w, https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/03-Sofia-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Small church with golden onion-shaped domes, built for the Russian community at the beginning of the 20th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alexander_Nevsky_Cathedral\"><\/span>Alexander Nevsky Cathedral<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/13-sofia.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/13-sofia.jpg 800w, https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/13-sofia-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The great symbol of Sofia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Built between 1882 and 1912 as a tribute to the Russian soldiers of the Russo-Turkish War, it is one of the largest Orthodox cathedrals in Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Free entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the crypt, you can visit a collection of Orthodox icons (paid entry).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/04-Sofia.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/04-Sofia.jpg 800w, https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/04-Sofia-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Church_of_Saint_Sofia\"><\/span>Church of Saint Sofia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A 6th-century temple that gave the city its name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Simple red-brick architecture.<br>Entry to the church is free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The underground archaeological area requires a paid ticket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Assembly\"><\/span>National Assembly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/07-Sofia.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21468\" srcset=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/07-Sofia.jpg 800w, https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/07-Sofia-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Building belonging to the National Assembly, formerly the House of the Communist Party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_3_must-see_Rila_Monastery\"><\/span>Day 3 must-see: Rila Monastery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have one more day, don\u2019t hesitate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rila Monastery is 115 km from Sofia (about 2 hours by car).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Own car<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bus (~\u20ac9 per trip, check schedules) rilaesxpress.com<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excursion (from \u20ac19 depending on the option + monastery entrance fee not included \u20ac4)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f449; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/ar\/sofia\/monasterio-rila-cueva-ivan-rilski\/?aid=10563&amp;cmp=PostSofia\">Rila Monastery Excursion<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09Sofia.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09Sofia.jpg 800w, https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09Sofia-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_tips_for_traveling_to_Sofia\"><\/span>Practical tips for traveling to Sofia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Currency<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The currency is the Bulgarian lev (BGN).<br>\u20ac1 \u2248 1.96 BGN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cards are widely accepted, but it\u2019s advisable to carry some cash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_in_Sofia\"><\/span>Where to stay in Sofia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We stayed near Vitosha Boulevard, an ideal area for exploring on foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f449; <strong><em> <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/bg\/best-western-premier-thracia.es.html?aid=2008743&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\"><strong><em>Rosslyn Thracia<\/em><\/strong> <strong><em>Hotel<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_there\"><\/span>How to get there<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We arrived from Serbia in a rental car.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We returned to Madrid with Bulgarian Air.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f449; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/es?a_aid=europaacompanada\">Car rental: Discovercars<\/a><br>&#x1f449; <a href=\"http:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/dO0QX2\">Search for flights to Sofia<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Internet_in_Bulgaria\"><\/span>Internet in Bulgaria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We used an eSIM with unlimited data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f449; <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/holafly.sjv.io\/6kbW1r\">eSIM Bulgaria <\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f449; <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/holafly.sjv.io\/1G5V49\">eSIM Balkans<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember to check that your phone is eSIM-compatible and unlocked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Discount code: <strong><em>EUROPAACOMPA\u00d1ADA5<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Travel_insurance\"><\/span>Travel insurance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend always traveling with travel insurance or medical assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f449; <strong><em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.goassistance.com\/afiliados\/europaacompanada\">Go Assistance<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f449; <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iatiseguros.com\/?r=95153499632269\">Iati Seguros<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/14-Sofia.jpg\" 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You can eat well without spending too much, and the main attractions are free or low-cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Watch_the_full_tour_video\"><\/span>Watch the full tour video<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to see all these places in detail, with historical context and the full route<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Qu\u00e9 ver en Sof\u00eda en 2 d\u00edas [y por qu\u00e9 necesitas 3]\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VR-I8DucL6Q?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sofia combines ancient history, Ottoman heritage, socialist architecture, and contemporary life in a city that is easy to explore and perfect for a 2- or 3-day getaway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And if you\u2019re traveling through the Balkans, it\u2019s a stop that\u2019s well worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re going to visit another capital, Bucharest could be a very good option.<strong><em> <a href=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en\/what-to-see-in-bucharest-romania\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"20085\"> What to see in Bucharest in 3 days<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"pl-gb21494-6ae135f494462\"  class=\"panel-layout wp-block-siteorigin-panels-layout-block\" ><div id=\"pg-gb21494-6ae135f494462-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-gb21494-6ae135f494462-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-gb21494-6ae135f494462-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-button panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-button so-widget-sow-button-flat-1d6fda88eece-21494\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"ow-button-base ow-button-align-center\"\n>\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/armar-un-viaje-recomendaciones\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"sowb-button ow-icon-placement-left ow-button-hover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" \t>\n\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"sow-icon-fontawesome sow-fas\" data-sow-icon=\"&#xf072;\"\n\t\tstyle=\"color: #ffffff\" \n\t\taria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n\t\t\tPlans\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-gb21494-6ae135f494462-0-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-gb21494-6ae135f494462-0-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-button panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"1\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-button so-widget-sow-button-flat-57be62264f2e-21494\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"ow-button-base ow-button-align-center\"\n>\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/mapas-de-itinerarios-y-rutas-de-nuestros-post-mas-solicitados\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"sowb-button ow-icon-placement-left ow-button-hover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" \t>\n\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"sow-icon-fontawesome sow-fas\" data-sow-icon=\"&#xf1c1;\"\n\t\tstyle=\"color: #ffffff\" \n\t\taria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n\t\t\tMaps\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-gb21494-6ae135f494462-0-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-gb21494-6ae135f494462-0-2-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-button panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"2\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-button so-widget-sow-button-flat-1d6fda88eece-21494\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"ow-button-base ow-button-align-center\"\n>\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/europaacompanada.com\/en-donde-reservamos-nosotros\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"sowb-button ow-icon-placement-left ow-button-hover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" \t>\n\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"sow-icon-fontawesome sow-fas\" data-sow-icon=\"&#xf25a;\"\n\t\tstyle=\"color: #ffffff\" \n\t\taria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n\t\t\tReservations\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>NOTE:<\/strong> The information in this article is based on <strong>our own experience<\/strong> and is <strong>completely objective<\/strong>. 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