Bistritsa Travel Guide
Sofia
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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 trip to Sofia Central Mineral Baths. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

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.

Ivan Vazov National Theatre
Sofia’s largest theater combines a fascinating array of art and architecture with a busy schedule of performances by some of Bulgaria’s finest actors.

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.
Things to do

From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Tour

Private Vitosha Mountains Hiking with Black peak & Dragalevtsi Monastery

Sofia: City Monuments Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide

Guided Walking Tour of Sofia
Top hotels in Bistritsa

Sofia Balkan Palace
5 star everything!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Excellent amenities and
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

Central Hotel Sofia
Very clean, helpful staff, check in counter open 24/7. Great amenities and location. Would stay again
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Grand Hotel Sofia
Exceptionally classical decor with caring and professional support staffs, The hotel is supremely situated for a first time visitor to explore the highlights of magnificent Sofia.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

InterContinental Sofia by IHG
Fantastic service, very good food , nice clean hotel .
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

ART HOTEL 158
Clean modern hotel , huge tv in room and rooms cleaned daily . Bar in basement , and you never heard anything from it in the room . Definitely stay again
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bistritsa

Dragalevtsi
When in Dragalevtsi, you can plan a visit to Winter Palace of Sports and Paradise Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Mladost
If you're spending time in Mladost, check out sights like Inter Expo and Congress Center or Winter Palace of Sports and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mladost 1 or Business Park Station.

Studentski Grad
Studentski Grad is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hristo Botev Sport Hall and Winter Palace of Sports.

Boyana
While visiting Boyana, you might make a stop by sights like Boyana Church and Vitosha Nature Park.

Vitosha District
Vitosha District is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mount Vitosha and Boyana Church.

Rajon Triaditsa
While visiting Rajon Triaditsa, you might make a stop by sights like Vitosha Blvd and National Palace of Culture.


