Vladaya Travel Guide
Sofia
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.

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

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

Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses

Best: UNESCO Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Must-See Tour

Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars

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

Sofia Balkan Palace
Staff
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Grand Hotel Sofia
Wonderful place to stay
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

InterContinental Sofia by IHG
Room was spacious, bathroom large and well equipped. Very clean. Breakfast was substantial with plenty of choice. Excellent location.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Central Hotel Sofia
Very good.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Excellent stay.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Hotel Premier Sofia Airport
Good clean room. Professional staff. Good breakfast.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vladaya

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

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

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.

Fakulteta
While there might not be top attractions in Fakulteta, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Vitosha Blvd and National Museum of History.

rayon Krasna polyana
Though rayon Krasna polyana may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Vitosha Blvd and Sofia Court House.

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


