Sofia City Center Travel Guide
Sofia
Visit Sofia City Center
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.
Sofia University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Sofia University during your travels in Sofia. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
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.
Things to do
From Sofia: Full-Day Tour to Plovdiv and Asen's Fortress
Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses
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
From Sofia: Full-Day Tour to Rila Monastery with Options
Top hotels in Sofia City Center
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Probably the largest hotel room I’ve stayed in, certainly had a wow factor. The hotel itself is impressive with good dining on site. The actual hotel is a little way out of the main shopping and dining streets but still walkable. The staff were a touch clinical and aloof in their manner but I find ...
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Sofia Balkan Palace
Ideally situated seemingly in the middle of the city and by a metro. Lovely spot. Nice bar. Good rooms. Decent breakfast. All good here!
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Rosslyn Thracia Hotel
Fresh delicious breakfast, clean and neat room.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Central Hotel Sofia
Everything was excellent as expected, nice service, breakfast choices, great location and close to Metro.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Grand Hotel Sofia
The location is very central, the rooms are huge and very comfortable. The room was very clean and with nice amenities.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
InterContinental Sofia by IHG
Wonderful massage with Bulgarian rose oil and flotation in the spa! Great restaurant with delicious food!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Check Sofia City Center hotel availability
Other neighbourhoods around Sofia City Center
Sredets District
If you're spending some time in Sredets District, Monument to the Liberating Tsar and Borisova Gradina Park are top sights worth seeing.
Lozenets
Unique features of Lozenets include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Sofia Zoo or Borisova Gradina Park while you're exploring the area.
G.K. Serdika
While G.K. Serdika isn't home to many top sights, Mall of Sofia and Vitosha Blvd are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ivan Vazov
If you're spending some time in Ivan Vazov, Vitosha Blvd and Vitoshka Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.
Oborishte
Oborishte is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Serdika Center and National Museum of Military History.
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.
