Sofia

3-day itinerary

The Perfect 3 Days in Sofia

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A balanced 3-day plan for Sofia, built around its top-rated sights and ordered so each day flows without backtracking — with a bite to eat and travel times between every stop. Like it? Make it your own in a couple of taps.

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DAY 1

The Big Highlights

  1. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

    Morning

    Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

    Sofia's breathtaking Orthodox cathedral gleams with golden domes, a masterpiece honoring Bulgaria's liberation and spirit.

    2 min walk · 0.1 km to the next stop
  2. St. Sophia

    Afternoon

    St. Sophia

    One of Sofia's oldest churches, this 4th-century gem gave the Bulgarian capital its name.

    3 min walk · 0.3 km to the next stop
  3. National Assembly of the Republic of Bulgaria

    Evening

    National Assembly of the Republic of Bulgaria

    Bulgaria's majestic National Assembly stands as the beating heart of democracy in Sofia's grand center.

Where to eat: Под липите — Regional — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 2

Culture & Icons

  1. Royal Palace

    Morning

    Royal Palace

    Explore Sofia's magnificent royal palace, a grand symbol of Bulgarian history and regal splendor.

    3 min walk · 0.2 km to the next stop
  2. National Archaeological Institute with Museum

    Afternoon

    National Archaeological Institute with Museum

    Explore Bulgaria's most prized archaeological artifacts, from Thracian gold to ancient Roman relics.

    5 min walk · 0.4 km to the next stop
  3. Banya Bashi Mosque

    Evening

    Banya Bashi Mosque

    Sofia's oldest functioning mosque, a stunning 16th-century Ottoman gem rising proudly in the city center.

Where to eat: "The Corner" Piano Bar & Dinner — A well-loved local spot.

DAY 3

Culture & Icons

  1. Радко Димитриев

    Morning

    Радко Димитриев

    Pay tribute to legendary Bulgarian General Radko Dimitriev with this striking, accessible memorial bust in Sofia.

    16 min walk · 1.2 km to the next stop
  2. Park Borisova Gradina

    Afternoon

    Park Borisova Gradina

    Sofia's beloved century-old park offers lush gardens, fountains, and peaceful walkways perfect for a relaxing stroll.

    25 min drive · 6.9 km to the next stop
  3. Boyana Church

    Evening

    Boyana Church

    A medieval Bulgarian Orthodox church sheltering stunning 13th-century frescoes, a UNESCO World Heritage treasure since 1979.

Where to eat: 101 Bar/Dinner — European — a well-loved local spot.

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