Sofia Highlights 2 Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour

You will meet your guide right in front of the St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. The tour will start with an overview of the history of Sofia and Bulgaria. You will then learn about the cathedral's fascinating history. As part of this guided tour, you will also be able to enter the building.

The lion statue and a memorial complex are dedicated to all Bulgarian heroes. You will also learn about the significance of the lion.

Learn the story behind the church that gave the city its name.

The place that makes all your wishes come true. How come? Come and join us! We'll explain.

Bulgaria's former Royal Palace today houses the National Art Gallery and National Ethnographic Museum. We'll also share the story of the yellow cobblestones surrounding it.

A favorite of a lot of locals. You can really feel the youthfull spirit of Sofia when passing through this park.

Arguably one of Sofia's most beautiful buildings, dedicated to Bulgaria's most beloved author Ivan Vazov.

Sofia's oldest building is well hidden. Another gem dating back to Sofia's glorious Roman past.

Once a mosque - now Sofia's oldest museum.

The Bulgarian National Guards are always right in front of the building. Learn about the symbolism surrounding this unusual job. You can even take a picture with them.

Out of the ruins of WW2, the Largo of Sofia was constructed by the new communist power, symbolizing the strength of the regime. You will see the Council of Ministers, the National Assembly, and the Presidency.

The building that once housed Sofia's Central Mineral Baths now houses the Sofia Museum.

Sofia existed from such an early age because of its mineral waters. During this tour, you will be able to try them—do not hesitate—they have healing powers!

Sofia's beautiful Synagogue is the biggest on the Balkan peninsula. We'll share the extraordinary history of the Bulgarian Jewish community.

Today, this is Sofia's only functioning mosque. Learn about the story of the Bulgarian Muslim community.

Below Sofia's modern-day center lies the ancient city of Serdika. We'll jump back in time and walk around the impressive excavations.

The beautiful statue of Sofia and the controversy surrounding it.

Sofia's biggest catholic church and the story of the small catholic community in Bulgaria.

You will learn the tragic story of the biggest terrorist attack that ever took place in Bulgaria.

The tour finishes right next to the beginning of Sofia's main pedestrian street - Vitosha Boulevard. A perfect stop to continue your day by having some lunch at one of the numerous restaurants you will find nearby.