Boyana Travel Guide
Sofia





Popular places to visit

Boyana Church
See an incredible collection of perfectly preserved Eastern European Medieval art at this tranquil 10th-century Bulgarian Orthodox church.

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.

Mount Vitosha
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Vitosha during your travels in Sofia. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Things to do

Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses

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

Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars

Private Vitosha Mountains Hiking with Black peak & Dragalevtsi Monastery
Top hotels in Boyana

All Seasons Residence Hotel
Easy parking, 15 min drive to city center, view or Vitosha Mountain, walking distance to Boyana Church
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hotel Villa Boyana
It was good.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Sofia Balkan Palace
Amazing building, modern but classical rooms. We loved it
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

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

Grand Hotel Sofia
The room was perfect, the staff more than professional thanks a lot - and see you again
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

InterContinental Sofia by IHG
MUY BUEN SERVICIO , ubicación excelente , el spa , el restaurante en nivel top . volvería definitvamtne recomendadisimo
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Boyana

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

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

g.k. Strelbishte
Though g.k. Strelbishte may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Vitosha Blvd and National Palace of Culture.

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

Ovcha Kupel
While Ovcha Kupel may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like National Museum of History and Boyana Church.

Ivan Vazov
If you're spending some time in Ivan Vazov, Vitosha Blvd and Vitoshka Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.


